If you are planning a trip from Murray to Hyrum, expect a straightforward journey covering 84.2 miles. You should set aside about 1 hour and 35 minutes of driving time for this trek across the Mountain West. Since the entire route is easily manageable in a single day, there is no need to book an overnight stay. With an estimated fuel cost of only $13, this trip is quite budget-friendly for a solo driver or a small group. Whether you are heading north for business or a visit, this route offers a practical connection between these two Utah locales.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.1 miles from Murray, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
59.6 mi
1h 2m
US 89
14.3 mi
16m
1100 South
4.5 mi
5m
Main Street
3.3 mi
5m
4500 South
0.6 mi
1m
State Street
0.5 mi
<1m
I 15 Business
0.5 mi
<1m
400 West
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 59.6 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murray, UT and Hyrum, UT.
1
Start on this road
27 ft·7 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto 4800 South
81 ft·6 sec·4800 South
3
Turn right onto US 89
0.5 mi·59 sec·State Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto SR 266
0.6 mi·1 min·4500 South
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·53 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake
6
Merge onto I 15
22 mi·23 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward Salt Lake CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
38 mi·39 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto I 15 Business; I 84 Business
0.2 mi·21 sec·I 15 Business; I 84 Business
Toward US 91
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 15 Business; I 84 Business
0.3 mi·36 sec·I 15 Business; I 84 Business
10
Merge onto US 91; I 15 Bus; I 84 Bus
4.5 mi·5 min·1100 South
11
Continue on US 89; US 91
14 mi·16 min·US 89; US 91
12
Turn right onto SR 101
2.5 mi·3 min·Main Street
13
Turn right onto SR 101
0.4 mi·44 sec·400 West
14
Turn left onto SR 101
0.7 mi·1 min·Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
SR 101
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can comfortably complete the 84.2-mile journey without needing planned stops, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always a good habit. Given the nature of the turn-heavy local roads, try to avoid peak traffic hours to ensure your 1 hour and 35 minute estimate remains accurate. Keep a close watch on your GPS when navigating the transition onto 1100 South, as these local turns can be easy to miss if you are not paying attention. Taking this drive during daylight hours will make maneuvering through the local segments much easier.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 42.1 miles from Murray, UT, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 19 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.1 miles or 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hyrum, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Murray, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Murray, UT
This is one driving day of about 84.2 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Murray, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 59.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 61.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|4800 South
Turn left onto 4800 South
Navigation decision point
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 89 / State Street
Turn right onto US 89 / State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1.6 mi into trip|~3m in|I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway toward Salt Lake City
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Salt Lake City
6
23.3 mi into trip|~26m in|I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
61.4 mi into trip|~1h 6m in|I 15 Business; I 84 Business
Keep slight right at fork onto I 15 Business; I 84 Business
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.34 one way
$26.69 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$13.99
$27.97
premium
$4.53
$15.02
$30.04
diesel
$5.61
$18.59
$37.18
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.3
0
$8.84
$4.04
Efficient EV
21.1
0
$7.37
$3.37
EV Truck/SUV
33.7
0
$11.79
$5.39
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Murray, UT
Late night
in Murray on Tuesday
Local time
5:30 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hyrum, UT
Late night
in Hyrum on Tuesday
Local time
5:30 AM
MDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
8 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 35m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Timpanogos Cave National Monument
National Monument
The visitor center, caves, and cave tours have not yet opened for the 2026 season. Hike your way past stunning vistas to explore a hidden underground world. Taste the thrill of caving as you twist and...
18 mi from route
~46 min detour
$12
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
One of the greatest technological achievements of the 19th century is the completion of the first transcontinental railroad across the United States. Visitors to the park can see the location of the L...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mix of driving conditions on this route, as it is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a simple interstate cruise. You will spend roughly 18% of your time on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch being 59.6 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The navigation requires a bit of attention as you transition between Veterans Memorial Highway, US 89, and 1100 South. Because of the local road focus, the pace of the drive shifts frequently, keeping you engaged behind the wheel. Prepare for a dynamic experience that moves away from monotonous highway travel.
Only 18% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.6 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 4800 South.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.2 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (4800 South): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 89 / State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 84.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 59.6 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Hyrum, UT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (4800 South): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 89 / State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument and Golden Spike National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hyrum, UT before heading back.
