This 69.3-mile drive from Orem, UT, to Roy, UT, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 17 minutes. You'll navigate primarily via Veterans Memorial Highway and Canyon Parkway, with some time spent on State Street. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this route offers a straightforward journey within the Mountain West region. Given its relatively short distance and turn-heavy profile, it's a practical option for a quick relocation or a focused visit between these two Utah communities. No overnight stops are recommended for this journey.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
65.9 mi
1h 10m
Canyon Parkway
1.2 mi
2m
State Street
1.1 mi
2m
5600 South
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 65.9 mi, about 1h 10m
Traffic on I-15
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 144 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~7,850 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~344 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
22.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 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 Orem, UT and Roy, UT.
1
Start on US 89
1.1 mi·2 min·State Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
2
Turn left onto SR 52
1.2 mi·2 min·Canyon Parkway
Use the left lane.
3
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Merge onto I 15
52 mi·55 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
14 mi·15 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward SR 97Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward SR 97Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto SR 97
0.2 mi·23 sec·5600 South
9
Arrive at destination
SR 97
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 34.7 miles from Orem, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.9 miles.
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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 68.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.3 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the exit toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
5
2.7 mi into trip|~5m 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.
6
54.5 mi into trip|~1h 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
68.6 mi into trip|~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward SR 97
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 97
8
68.8 mi into trip|~1h 16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 97
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 97
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.81 one way
$23.62 round trip
$4.33/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.53
$12.35
$24.71
premium
$4.85
$13.24
$26.48
diesel
$5.21
$14.21
$28.43
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-08.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.8
0
$7.28
$3.33
Efficient EV
17.3
0
$6.06
$2.77
EV Truck/SUV
27.7
0
$9.70
$4.44
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 Jun 10, 2026
Origin
Orem, UT
Afternoon
in Orem on Wednesday
Local time
1:01 PM
MDT
Current temp
52°F
Clear
NE 3 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued June 9 at 10:04PM MDT until June 10 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued June 9 at 10:01PM MDT until June 10 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Destination
Roy, UT
Afternoon
in Roy on Wednesday
Local time
1:01 PM
MDT
Current temp
52°F
Mostly Clear
NNE 3 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued June 9 at 10:04PM MDT until June 10 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued June 9 at 10:01PM MDT until June 10 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
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
1h 17m 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?
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for this 69.3-mile route. While there's a significant highway share (65.9 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway), the overall profile suggests a mix of faster sections and more involved local road navigation. This isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; rather, it's a drive where you'll be actively managing turns and transitions. The character of the road will likely shift as you move between the main arteries and local streets, requiring your attention throughout the 1 hour and 17 minute duration.
Only 2% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 65.9 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.3 miles you will encounter 7 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 2.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.5 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 69.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 65.9 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 10 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 Roy, 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 2.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.5 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Roy, UT before heading back.
