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Trip from Provo, UT to Kanab, UT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 55m
Distance
268.7 mi
432 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 42m
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6 AM
4h 56m
8 AM
5h 23m
10 AM
5h 5m
12 PM
5h 3m
3 PM
5h 7m
5 PM
5h 22m
8 PM
4h 48m
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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Kanab, UT
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Trip Overview
Provo to Kanab is 268.7 miles and takes about 4h 55m via Veterans Memorial Highway and US 89, with a fuel budget near $48 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Utah, traveling from the Mountain West region to another part of the Mountain West. The drive is primarily on main highways, offering a straightforward path through varied terrain. With only one recommended stop and a duration under five hours, it's an achievable day trip for most travelers looking to move between central and southern Utah.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
134.4 miles from Provo, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 15m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 168 mi | 2h 44m |
| US 89 | 70.4 mi | 1h 30m |
| SR 20 | 20.5 mi | 24m |
| Center Street | 6.8 mi | 8m |
| North University Avenue | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| US 189 | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| 100 East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 168 mi, about 2h 44m
Traffic on I-15
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 82 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~3,156 veh/hr typical · worst 3,708
Quietest
2 AM
~162 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
19.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
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 Provo, UT and Kanab, UT.
1
Start on Center Street
21 ft
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3 sec
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Center Street
2
Turn right onto US 189
478 ft
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18 sec
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North University Avenue
3
Continue on US 189
1.6 mi
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3 min
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North University Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Take the exit onto US 189
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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US 189
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas, Lakeview Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 15
168 mi
·
2 hr 44 min
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Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 95
Toward SR 20: Panguitch, Kanab
7
Turn left onto SR 20
20 mi
·
24 min
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SR 20
8
At end of road, turn right onto US 89
9.2 mi
·
10 min
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US 89
9
Continue on US 89
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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US 89
10
Turn left onto US 89
6.8 mi
·
8 min
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Center Street
Use the left lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89
23 mi
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28 min
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US 89
12
Continue on US 89
37 mi
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49 min
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US 89
13
Continue on US 89
190 ft
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5 sec
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100 East
14
Arrive at destination
US 89
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4h 55m drive, leaving in the morning is recommended to ensure you have ample daylight for the entire 268.7 miles. While the drive is manageable in one day, consider breaking it up if you prefer a more relaxed pace, though only one stop is suggested. Keep an eye on fuel, especially as you approach Kanab, as services can become more spread out. The longest stretch of highway is 168 miles, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before entering that segment.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 134.4 miles from Provo, UT, or about 2h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 168 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 59 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 134.4 miles or 2h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kanab, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Provo, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 268.7 miles and 4h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Provo, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 168 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
134 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 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 134.4 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 168 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Rest Area
0 mi from route
Flying J - Beaver
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Shingle Creek Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Walmart Parking Lot
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 201.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 189 / North University Avenue
Turn right onto US 189 / North University Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
1.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
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US 189
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
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas, Lakeview Parkway
5
2.6 mi into trip
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~6m in
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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
170.7 mi into trip
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~2h 50m in
Take the exit toward SR 20: Panguitch, Kanab
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 95
Toward SR 20: Panguitch, Kanab
6
201.6 mi into trip
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~3h 29m in
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US 89 / Center Street
Turn left onto US 89 / Center Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.88 one way
$83.76 round trip
$3.96/gal
25.4 MPG avg
94 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.17 | $44.15 | $88.29 |
| premium | $4.47 | $47.33 | $94.66 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $50.74 | $101.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.6 | 0 | $28.21 | $12.90 |
| Efficient EV | 67.2 | 0 | $23.51 | $10.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 107.5 | 1 | $37.62 | $17.20 |
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Origin
Provo, UT
Late night in Provo on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
MDT
Current temp
69°F
Partly Cloudy
ESE 2 mph
9% chance
Live forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 17 at 10:51PM MDT until July 19 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Destination
Kanab, UT
Late night in Kanab on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
MDT
Current temp
60°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
WSW 3 mph
36% chance
Live forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 17 at 10:51PM MDT until July 19 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
57°F
Beaver, UT
134 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
9 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
4h 55m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Bryce Canyon National Park
National Park
Hoodoos (irregular columns of rock) exist on every continent, but here is the largest concentration found anywhere on Earth. Situated along a high plateau at the top of the Grand Staircase, the park's...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
$35
near mile 213.1
View on nps.gov
Timpanogos Cave National Monument
National Monument
The visitor center, caves, and cave tours have not yet opened for the 2026 season. Hike your way past stunning vistas to explore a hidden underground world. Taste the thrill of caving as you twist and...
15 mi from route
~36 min detour
$12
View on nps.gov
Zion National Park
National Park
Follow the paths where people have walked for thousands of years. Gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. Experience the tall, stretching walls...
20 mi from route
~50 min detour
$35
near mile 250.2
View on nps.gov
Cedar Breaks National Monument
National Monument
Crowning the Grand Staircase, Cedar Breaks sits at over 10,000 feet and looks down into a half-mile deep geologic amphitheater. Come wander among timeless bristlecone pines, stand in lush meadows of w...
21 mi from route
~51 min detour
$10
near mile 222.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
About 34% of this drive is on highways, meaning you'll experience a good mix of cruising and surface roads. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 168 miles, primarily on Veterans Memorial Highway. You'll transition from more developed highway sections to potentially more rural cruising as you proceed. Expect some degree of urban merging and exit activity early in the drive, followed by more open road.
34% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 168 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 55m drive. You will face about 9 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 1.7 miles (US 189): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.6 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
7,224 ft
4,553 ft
Total Climb
3,300 ft
Total Descent
2,883 ft
Highest Point
7,224 ft
~230.3 mi in
Elevation Range
2,671 ft
Notable High Points
5,219 ft at ~38.4 miles
+57 ft prominence
5,286 ft at ~76.8 miles
+110 ft prominence
6,068 ft at ~134.4 miles
+114 ft prominence
7,224 ft at ~230.3 miles
+420 ft prominence
About the Cities
Starting in Provo, UT
Full guide →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
- • 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
Arriving in Kanab, UT
Full guide →Founded 1864
Kanab is a small town in the Canyon Country region of the state of Utah, in the United States of America. It is famous for its past use as a backdrop for many famous western movies as well as a good base for exploring the surrounding area. It is also well known as the home of Best Friends Animal Society. Destinations within driving distance include Zion National Park and the north rim of the Grand Canyon as well as Las Vegas.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 55m. Total distance: 268.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (34%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 168 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 9 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 189 / North University Avenue): Navigation decision point; 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; at 2.6 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Bryce Canyon National Park, Timpanogos Cave National Monument and Zion National Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Kanab, UT, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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