Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
69.1 mi
111 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
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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Spring City, UT
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If you are planning a quick getaway from Orem to Spring City, you can expect a manageable 69.1-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 28 minutes. This route stays entirely within the Mountain West region of Utah, making it a straightforward day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate via a combination of the Veterans Memorial Highway, the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, and US 89. Budgeting around $11 for fuel should cover your transit costs easily. Because this is a compact drive, it offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to reach your destination without feeling rushed or overwhelmed by long hours on the road.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 89 | 36.5 mi | 46m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 12.1 mi | 12m |
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 10.1 mi | 12m |
| US 6 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| SR 117 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| West Center Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| State Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Orem, UT and Spring City, UT.
Start on US 89
Turn left onto West Center Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 15
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge
Continue on US 6
Continue on US 6
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 89
Turn left onto SR 117
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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.
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 34.5 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.
5 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.
Take the ramp toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
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
Keep slight left at fork toward US 6 East: Price
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Merge toward US 6 East: Price
Merge point - match speed before joining
Regular Gas
$10.95 one way
$21.90 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $11.48 | $22.96 |
| premium | $4.53 | $12.33 | $24.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.26 | $30.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 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 | 20.7 | 0 | $7.26 | $3.32 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.67 | $4.42 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Orem on Tuesday
Local time
2:45 AM
MDT
Current temp
45°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Late night in Spring City on Tuesday
Local time
2:45 AM
MDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This trip features a highway-focused profile, with 64% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will spend a significant portion of the drive on US 89, which includes the route's longest uninterrupted stretch of 36.5 miles. Behind the wheel, you will experience a transition from the more developed corridors near Orem to the quieter, highway-heavy stretches that define the Mountain West landscape. The road maintains a steady pace, allowing for a consistent driving experience that favors efficiency over technical, winding local roads. It is an ideal route if you prefer straightforward highway navigation over frequent turn-offs.
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.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.1 miles you will encounter 9 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.
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
Total Climb
830 ft
Total Descent
269 ft
Highest Point
5,335 ft
~34.5 mi in
Elevation Range
830 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Orem, UT to Spring City, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Price along the way.
Price
Orem is a city in Utah's Wasatch Range.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 69.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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