This 75.2-mile drive from Price, UT to Provo, UT is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $12. It's a local drive with plenty of turns, suggesting a route that winds through communities rather than a straight shot on major highways. Given its relatively short distance and duration, it offers a flexible option for travelers looking to connect these two points within the Mountain West region. You won't need to plan for an overnight stop, making it ideal for a spontaneous excursion or an efficient leg of a larger trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.8 miles from Price, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 47m into the drive
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Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Merge onto I 15
5.2 mi·5 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 263Toward US 189 North: University AveUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on US 189
1.9 mi·4 min·South University Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
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Turn right onto 100 North
482 ft·18 sec·100 North
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Turn right onto North 100 East
479 ft·20 sec·North 100 East
16
Turn right onto Center Street
466 ft·28 sec·Center Street
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Arrive at destination
Center Street
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just under 1 hour and 20 minutes, this 75.2-mile trip from Price to Provo offers considerable flexibility for when you depart. You can easily complete it in one go, making stops as needed without feeling rushed. The $12 fuel cost is a reasonable budget consideration for this relatively short distance. Keep an eye out for frequent turns, as the route is characterized by its local, winding nature. A good tip for this drive is to ensure your navigation system is up-to-date, as the numerous turns might require close attention.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.8 miles from Price, UT, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.9 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 17 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.8 miles or 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Provo, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Price, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Price, UT
This is one driving day of about 75.5 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Price, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway for about 61.9 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 75.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.6 mi into trip|~1m in|North Carbonville Road
At end of road, turn left onto North Carbonville Road
Navigation decision point
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67.6 mi into trip|~1h 23m 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
67.9 mi into trip|~1h 23m 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.
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73.1 mi into trip|~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward US 189 North: University Ave
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 263
Toward US 189 North: University Ave
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75.4 mi into trip|~1h 34m in|Center Street
Turn right onto Center Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.96 one way
$23.93 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$12.54
$25.08
premium
$4.53
$13.47
$26.94
diesel
$5.61
$16.67
$33.34
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.7
0
$7.93
$3.62
Efficient EV
18.9
0
$6.61
$3.02
EV Truck/SUV
30.2
0
$10.57
$4.83
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Price, UT
Morning
in Price on Tuesday
Local time
6:09 AM
MDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Provo, UT
Morning
in Provo on Tuesday
Local time
6:09 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Fairview, UT
38 mi in
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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 35m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, meaning you'll navigate through towns and varied road conditions rather than spending extended time on high-speed highways. The highway share is 0%, reinforcing the idea of a local, community-focused journey. While the data doesn't specify the longest uninterrupted stretch, the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests frequent changes in direction and speed. This type of driving experience often involves observing local life and adapting to traffic patterns as you move between distinct areas.
Only 5% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.9 mi on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near North Carbonville Road.
Driving Effort5/10
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 75.5 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 0.6 miles (North Carbonville Road): Navigation decision point; at 67.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Provo, a city in the Wasatch Range region of the state of Utah in the United States of America, is known as a base for exploring the surrounding countryside and national parks. Approximately 90% of the residents are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS or Mormon), compared to about 65% of the state as a whole. It is also the location of Brigham Young University, an LDS-owned university; the public Utah Valley University is located in the adjacent city of Orem.
Provo has a population of about 115,000 people, but the Provo-Orem metropolitan area that encompasses Utah Valley is home to over half a million people. Other cities in the valley are very accessible, especially Orem, which sits side-by-side with Provo. Because of Orem's proximity, visitors to Provo should also look at things to do in Orem, as well as places to eat and sleep, depending on their needs.
Top landmarks
•Brigham Young University Museum of Art — art museum in Provo, Utah, United States
•Provo City Center Temple — temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Provo, Utah, United...
•Hotel Roberts — former hotel in Provo, Utah, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 75.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (5%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61.9 miles on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.6 miles (North Carbonville Road): Navigation decision point; at 67.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Provo, UT before heading back.
