Origin
Orem, UT
Late night in Orem on Sunday
Local time
1:54 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Orem, UT to Mount Pleasant, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
63.9 mi
103 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Orem, UT
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Mount Pleasant, UT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward trip through the Mountain West, the 63.9-mile journey from Orem to Mount Pleasant is an efficient choice. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 20 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your route primarily utilizes US 89, the Veterans Memorial Highway, and the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. Budgeting approximately $10 for fuel should be sufficient to cover the distance. Since the start and end points are both within the same region, you will experience a consistent rural landscape throughout the transit. This direct connection is perfect for travelers who prefer a quick, no-fuss commute between these two Utah locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 89 | 35 mi | 43m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 12.1 mi | 12m |
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 10.1 mi | 12m |
| US 6 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| West Center Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| State Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North State Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 89
— 35 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orem, UT and Mount Pleasant, UT.
1
Start on US 89
88 ft
·
3 sec
·
State Street
2
Turn left onto West Center Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West Center Street
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 15
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 257B-A
Toward US 6 East, SR 156: Spanish Fork, Main Street, Price
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 257B
Toward US 6 East: Price
Use the straight lane.
7
Merge
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Toward US 6 East: Price
8
Continue on US 6
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
US 6
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on US 6
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
11
Turn right onto US 89
35 mi
·
43 min
·
US 89
Use the right lane.
12
Arrive at destination
US 89
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.9 miles from Orem, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 14.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
5
2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
14.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward US 6 East, SR 156: Spanish Fork, Main Street, Price
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 257B-A
Toward US 6 East, SR 156: Spanish Fork, Main St...
8
14.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 6 East: Price
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Exit 257B
Toward US 6 East: Price
5
14.7 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Merge toward US 6 East: Price
Merge point - match speed before joining
Toward US 6 East: Price
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.13 one way
$20.25 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $10.61 | $21.23 |
| premium | $4.53 | $11.40 | $22.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.11 | $28.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.71 | $3.07 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.59 | $2.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.95 | $4.09 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Mount Pleasant, UT
Late night in Mount Pleasant on Sunday
Local time
1:54 AM
MDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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 20m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive that balances efficiency with a steady pace. Approximately 61% of your journey takes place on highways, allowing you to maintain good momentum as you transition between towns. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 35 miles on US 89, which defines the bulk of your time behind the wheel. As you move away from the urban environment of Orem, the road settles into a predictable rhythm that is easy to navigate. The transition between these road segments feels seamless, ensuring that you aren't constantly switching between vastly different driving conditions.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35 mi on US 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 89 and Veterans Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.9 miles you will encounter 8 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 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
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 Orem, UT to Mount Pleasant, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Price along the way.
Price
14.1 mi in
|
~17m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 63.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35 miles on US 89. 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 Mount Pleasant, 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 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Mount Pleasant, UT before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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