El Molcajete Mexican Restaurant
Near the start, short detour
Orem, Utah
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18019609612
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 25m
Distance
201.1 mi
324 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
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.
Provo, UT
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Enoch, UT
Christina & Peter
Provo, UT to Enoch, UT is 201.1 miles and takes about 3h 25m via Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This one-day trip stays within the Mountain West region, crossing from Utah's central area to its southern part. Expect a local drive with several turns, rather than a continuous highway cruise. With a recommended single day, this route is a straightforward journey for those looking for a direct path.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
100.5 miles from Provo, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 192.3 mi | 3h 7m |
| Old US Highway 91 | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| North University Avenue | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| US 189 | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Enoch Road | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| East Midvalley Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Center Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Provo, UT and Enoch, UT.
Start on Center Street
Turn right onto US 189
Continue on US 189
Take the exit onto US 189
Merge onto I 15
Take the exit
Turn right onto Old US Highway 91
Turn right onto East Midvalley Road
Turn right onto Enoch Road
Arrive at destination
Given the relatively short duration of 3 hours and 25 minutes, this drive is easily completed in a single day. Departing from Provo in the morning will give you ample time to reach Enoch without feeling rushed. The route includes one stop, which is a good opportunity to break up the drive, especially considering the 'turn-heavy local' nature of the trip. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $32, and ensure you're comfortable with navigating through various local roads. A specific tip: pay close attention to road signs when transitioning between Veterans Memorial Highway and Old US Highway 91 to ensure you stay on track.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 44 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.5 miles or 1h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Enoch, UT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Provo, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Provo, UT
This is one driving day of about 201.1 miles and 3h 25m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
101 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 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 100.5 miles from Provo, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 192.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Best meal stop
Orem, Utah
Near the start, short detour
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18019609612
Near the start, short detour
Orem, Utah
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18019609612
Near the start, short detour
Orem, Utah
Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm
+18012277100
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Orem, Utah
Hours: 10:30 am–8:30 pm
+18017228585
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Nephi, Utah
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Provo, Utah
Early in the drive, right off the route
Nephi, Utah
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Fillmore, Utah
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Provo, Utah
+18013774700
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Beaver, UT
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Provo, Utah
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the start, ~12 min detour
Orem, Utah
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Parowan, Utah
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+14354778190
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 195 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto US 189 / North University Avenue
Navigation decision point
Continue onto US 189 / North University Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto US 189 toward I 15 South: Las Vegas, Lakeview Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Summit, Enoch
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$31.87 one way
$63.73 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $33.40 | $66.81 |
| premium | $4.53 | $35.87 | $71.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.40 | $88.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.3 | 0 | $21.12 | $9.65 |
| Efficient EV | 50.3 | 0 | $17.60 | $8.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 80.4 | 1 | $28.15 | $12.87 |
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% 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 Provo on Tuesday
Local time
4:12 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Enoch on Tuesday
Local time
4:12 AM
MDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
63°F
Fillmore, UT
101 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
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
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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This drive is characterized as 'turn-heavy local,' suggesting a route that involves navigating through towns and making frequent directional changes rather than a straightforward interstate journey. Only about 38% of this route utilizes highways, with a significant portion on local roads like Old US Highway 91 and North University Avenue. You'll experience a longest stretch of 192.3 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, which likely offers a more continuous driving experience before transitioning to more local roads. Be prepared for a varied driving experience that requires attention to navigation.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 189 / North University Avenue.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 25m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 189 / North University Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 189 / North University Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (US 189): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Founded 1849
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 25m. Total distance: 201.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (3%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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