Ogden to Park City is 68.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 21 minutes via I 84, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Utah, traversing the Mountain West region. Expect a mixed drive that balances highway speeds with some local road segments. With a total duration under two hours and a low fuel cost, this is a straightforward and convenient trip, perfect for a quick transition between destinations within the state.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 84
31.7 mi
33m
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
20 mi
21m
Washington Boulevard
7.4 mi
12m
US 40
3.5 mi
4m
Kearns Boulevard
3.1 mi
3m
Park Avenue
1.2 mi
3m
US 189
0.3 mi
<1m
24th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 31.7 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ogden, UT and Park City, UT.
1
Start on SR 53
0.2 mi·24 sec·24th Street
2
Turn right onto US 89
7.4 mi·12 min·Washington Boulevard
3
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 84 East
4
Merge onto I 84
32 mi·33 min·I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 120BToward I 80 West: Salt Lake City
6
Merge onto I 80; US 189
20 mi·21 min·Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
7
Take the exit onto US 189
0.2 mi·29 sec·US 189
Toward US 40 East, US 189 South: Heber, Vernal, Provo
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 189
0.1 mi·17 sec·US 189
Toward US 40 East, US 189 South: Heber, Vernal, Provo
9
Continue on US 40
3.5 mi·4 min·US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Exit 4Toward SR 248: Park City, KamasUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto SR 248
3.1 mi·3 min·Kearns Boulevard
12
At end of road, turn left onto SR 224
1.2 mi·3 min·Park Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
Park Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 34.1 miles from Ogden, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.9 and 63.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
7.9 mi into trip|~13m in|I 84
Merge onto I 84
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
39.6 mi into trip|~46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 West: Salt Lake City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 120B
Toward I 80 West: Salt Lake City
5
59.8 mi into trip|~1h 8m in|US 189
Take the exit onto US 189 toward US 40 East, US 189 South: Heber, Vernal, Provo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 40 East, US 189 South: Heber, Vernal,...
7
60 mi into trip|~1h 8m in|US 189
Keep slight left at fork onto US 189 toward US 40 East, US 189 South: Heber, Vernal, Provo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 40 East, US 189 South: Heber, Vernal,...
8
63.6 mi into trip|~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward SR 248: Park City, Kamas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4
Toward SR 248: Park City, Kamas
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.81 one way
$21.61 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$11.33
$22.66
premium
$4.53
$12.17
$24.33
diesel
$5.61
$15.06
$30.12
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.5
0
$7.16
$3.27
Efficient EV
17.1
0
$5.97
$2.73
EV Truck/SUV
27.3
0
$9.55
$4.36
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% 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
Ogden, UT
Morning
in Ogden on Tuesday
Local time
7:19 AM
MDT
Current temp
56°F
Partly Cloudy
SE 7 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 20 at 10:21PM MDT until April 22 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 20 at 9:59PM MDT until April 22 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Destination
Park City, UT
Morning
in Park City on Tuesday
Local time
7:19 AM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Farmington, UT
34 mi in
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
16 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 21m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a mixed driving experience, with 52% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on I 84, also known as Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, and Washington Boulevard. The longest uninterrupted segment spans 31.7 miles on I 84, allowing for a good period of consistent cruising. As you progress, the drive transitions between these faster highway sections and potentially more varied local road conditions, providing a dynamic feel to your time behind the wheel.
52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.7 mi on I 84.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.9 miles in near I 84.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.2 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 7.9 miles (I 84): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 59.8 miles (US 189): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Ogden, UT and Park City, UT, road signs point toward Vernal, Provo and Kamas.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 68.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.7 miles on I 84. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 7 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 Park City, 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: at 7.9 miles (I 84): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 59.8 miles (US 189): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument. 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 Park City, UT before heading back.
