This 177.9-mile journey from Naples, UT to Sandy, UT will take approximately 3 hours and 29 minutes of driving time. It's easily manageable as a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of $28. The drive primarily utilizes roads like 46220 West, Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, and Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, offering a feel for the Mountain West region. With only one recommended stop and a turn-heavy local road profile, this route is best suited for those who enjoy varied driving.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
88.9 miles from Naples, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 42m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
46220 West
85 mi
1h 39m
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
46.8 mi
53m
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
16.9 mi
18m
200 North
11.7 mi
13m
Belt Route
7.4 mi
7m
East Main Street
2.6 mi
3m
900 East
1.5 mi
2m
700 East
1.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
46220 West
— 85 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Naples, UT and Sandy, UT.
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Start on US 40
2.2 mi·2 min·Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
2
Continue on US 40
1.7 mi·2 min·East Main Street
3
Continue on US 40; US 191
17 mi·19 min·Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
4
Continue on US 40; US 191
12 mi·13 min·200 North
5
Continue on US 40; US 191
0.2 mi·14 sec·North 200 East
6
Continue on US 40; US 191
0.4 mi·27 sec·South Main Street
7
Continue on US 40; US 191
27 mi·31 min·Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
8
Continue on US 40; US 191
0.9 mi·1 min·East Main Street
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Continue on US 40
85 mi·1 hr 39 min·46220 West
Use the left lane.
10
Take the exit
1.9 mi·2 min
Toward I 80 West
11
Merge onto I 80
17 mi·18 min·Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 130Toward I 215 SouthUse the slight right lane.
13
Continue on this road
0.4 mi·41 sec·this road
Toward I 215
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·44 sec
15
Merge onto I 215
7.4 mi·7 min·Belt Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 9Toward Union Park AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn right onto Union Park Avenue
295 ft·13 sec·Union Park Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
Turn left onto 6600 South
0.2 mi·26 sec·6600 South
Use the left lane.
19
Turn left onto SR 71
1.5 mi·2 min·900 East
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on SR 71
1.1 mi·2 min·700 East
21
Turn slight right onto East 8610 South
0.1 mi·17 sec·East 8610 South
Use the right lane.
22
Turn slight right onto 8680 South
0.4 mi·1 min·8680 South
23
Turn left onto 280 East
0.1 mi·25 sec·280 East
24
Turn right onto 8800 South
0.1 mi·18 sec·8800 South
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Arrive at destination
8800 South
Trip Plan
Given the 3 hour and 29 minute duration, this route is a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. Plan to depart when you're feeling most alert, as the turn-heavy nature requires consistent focus. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 85-mile stretch on 46220 West, to avoid any unexpected delays. Budget around $28 for fuel to cover the entire 177.9 miles.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 88.9 miles from Naples, UT, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85 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 39 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.9 miles or 1h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sandy, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Naples, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Naples, UT
This is one driving day of about 177.9 miles and 3h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Naples, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on 46220 West for about 85 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 148.6 and 174.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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148.6 mi into trip|~2h 53m in|I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge onto I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
165.5 mi into trip|~3h 11m in
Take the exit toward I 215 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 130
Toward I 215 South
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173.9 mi into trip|~3h 21m in
Take the exit toward Union Park Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 9
Toward Union Park Avenue
6
174.2 mi into trip|~3h 21m in|Union Park Avenue
Turn right onto Union Park Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
174.3 mi into trip|~3h 22m in|6600 South
Turn left onto 6600 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.19 one way
$56.38 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg62 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$29.55
$59.10
premium
$4.53
$31.73
$63.47
diesel
$5.61
$39.28
$78.56
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
53.4
0
$18.68
$8.54
Efficient EV
44.5
0
$15.57
$7.12
EV Truck/SUV
71.2
0
$24.91
$11.39
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 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 21, 2026
Origin
Naples, UT
Morning
in Naples on Tuesday
Local time
6:21 AM
MDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Sandy, UT
Morning
in Sandy on Tuesday
Local time
6:21 AM
MDT
Current temp
63°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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 29m 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...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
$12
near mile 177.9
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with a 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 85 miles on 46220 West. This means you'll be navigating a series of roads rather than cruising on a single major highway. The character of the drive will likely shift as you transition between these different segments, requiring your attention for turns and varying road conditions.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 85 mi on 46220 West.
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 around 148.6 miles in near I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 177.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 148.6 miles (I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 165.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 173.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 29m. Total distance: 177.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 85 miles on 46220 West. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Sandy, UT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 148.6 miles (I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 165.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 173.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Sandy, UT, but most travelers stay overnight.
