Ogden to Hildale is 349.3 miles and takes about 6h 4m via Veterans Memorial Highway, East 100 South, and SR 17, with a fuel budget near $58 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Mountain West region, moving from one part of Utah to another. The drive is primarily on surface roads, so expect a more leisurely pace than a pure interstate experience. Given the relatively short duration and manageable distance, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
174.6 miles from Ogden, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 57m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
314 mi
5h 12m
East 100 South
21.8 mi
27m
SR 17
8.7 mi
14m
West Utah Avenue
1.9 mi
4m
Wall Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
30th Street
0.6 mi
<1m
31st Street
0.4 mi
<1m
25th Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 314 mi, about 5h 12m
Traffic on I-15
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 526 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,408 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~256 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
21.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 79 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ogden, UT and Hildale, UT.
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Start on SR 53
0.1 mi·19 sec·24th Street
2
Turn left onto Lincoln Avenue
0.1 mi·24 sec·Lincoln Avenue
3
Turn right onto 25th Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·25th Street
4
Turn left onto SR 204
0.7 mi·1 min·Wall Avenue
Use the left / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto SR 79
136 ft·2 sec·30th Street
6
Continue on SR 79
0.6 mi·55 sec·30th Street
7
Turn straight onto SR 79
0.4 mi·46 sec·31st Street
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 15 South, I 84 East: Salt Lake CityUse the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 15; I 84
0.7 mi·44 sec·Veterans Memorial Highway
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
27 mi·29 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
8.2 mi·8 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
278 mi·4 hr 33 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward SR 17: Toquerville, Hurricane
14
Turn left onto SR 17
8.7 mi·14 min·SR 17
15
Turn left onto South 100 East
0.1 mi·23 sec·South 100 East
16
Turn left onto SR 59
22 mi·27 min·East 100 South
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn left onto West Utah Avenue
1.9 mi·4 min·West Utah Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
East Utah Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 6-hour drive, an early morning departure from Ogden is recommended to maximize your daylight hours, especially if you plan any brief stops. With only one recommended stop, you can easily cover the 349.3 miles in a single day. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $58, and it's always wise to fuel up before hitting longer stretches on surface roads. The route utilizes Veterans Memorial Highway, East 100 South, and SR 17, so ensure these are clearly marked on your navigation system.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 174.6 miles from Ogden, UT, or about 2h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 314 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 77 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 174.6 miles or 2h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hildale, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ogden, 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 Ogden, UT
This is one driving day of about 349.3 miles and 6h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from Ogden, 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 Veterans Memorial Highway for about 314 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 38.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|SR 204 / Wall Avenue
Turn left onto SR 204 / Wall Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
8
2.2 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 15 South, I 84 East: Salt Lake City
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 15 South, I 84 East: Salt Lake City
6
3.2 mi into trip|~5m 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.
6
30.7 mi into trip|~35m 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.
6
38.9 mi into trip|~44m 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$62.92 one way
$125.83 round trip
$4.58/gal25.4 MPG avg122 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.78
$65.71
$131.41
premium
$5.11
$70.22
$140.44
diesel
$6.18
$84.97
$169.95
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$63
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 122.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
104.8
1
$36.68
$16.77
Efficient EV
87.3
0
$30.56
$13.97
EV Truck/SUV
139.7
1
$48.90
$22.36
Gas CO2
122 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Oct 17, 2026
Origin
Ogden, UT
Afternoon
in Ogden on Sunday
Local time
12:13 PM
MDT
Current temp
68°F
Sunny
SW 1 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Hildale, UT
Afternoon
in Hildale on Sunday
Local time
12:13 PM
MDT
Current temp
68°F
Partly Sunny
E 16 mph0% chanceLive 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
6h 4m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
$12
near mile 72.3
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Crowning the Grand Staircase, Cedar Breaks sits at over 10,000 feet and looks down into a half-mile deep geologic amphitheater. Come wander among timeless bristlecone pines, stand in lush meadows of w...
Follow the paths where people have walked for thousands of years. Gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. Experience the tall, stretching walls...
14 mi from route
~36 min detour
$35
near mile 313.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend most of your time on surface roads, with highway driving accounting for only a small portion of the 349.3-mile trip. The longest continuous stretch on a main road is 314 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect to transition from highway cruising to more local road navigation as you progress through the drive. The profile suggests mostly surface roads, so be prepared for varying speed limits and potential traffic signals.
Only 2% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 314 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 around 0.4 miles in near SR 204 / Wall Avenue.
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 14 significant decision points across 349.3 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 0.4 miles (SR 204 / Wall Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
6,141 ft3,210 ft
Total Climb
3,982 ft
Total Descent
3,241 ft
Highest Point
6,141 ft
~224.5 mi in
Elevation Range
2,931 ft
Notable High Points
5,287 ft at ~149.7 miles+109 ft prominence
6,141 ft at ~224.5 miles+212 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Ogden, UT to Hildale, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Hurricane along the way.
Colorado City is a city of 4,900 people (2018) straddling the Utah/Arizona border, although most of the city is on the Arizona side. The Utah portion is known as Hildale.
Colorado City is the largest and best-known polygamist community in the United States, and there are few facilities for travelers.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 4m. Total distance: 349.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 4m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 314 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 26 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Hildale, 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. There are 26 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (SR 204 / Wall Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument, Cedar Breaks National Monument and Zion National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Hildale, UT before the return drive.
