Provo, UT to Liberty, UT is 96.2 miles and takes about 1h 56m via Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Mountain West region, entirely within Utah. Expect a drive that primarily uses surface roads, offering a more local feel compared to interstate travel. With a duration under two hours and a low fuel cost, this is a straightforward option for a quick transit between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.1 miles from Provo, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
83.1 mi
1h 28m
North Ogden Canyon Road
4.6 mi
10m
2700 North
2 mi
3m
2600 North
2 mi
4m
West Center Street
1 mi
1m
East 4100 North
0.8 mi
1m
1050 East
0.7 mi
1m
East 3100 North
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 83.1 mi, about 1h 28m
Traffic on I-15
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 374 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~7,574 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~342 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
22.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 79 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 Liberty, UT.
1
Start on Center Street
21 ft·3 sec·Center Street
2
Turn right onto US 189
478 ft·18 sec·North University Avenue
3
Turn left onto 100 North
0.5 mi·1 min·100 North
4
Turn left onto US 89
475 ft·12 sec·North 500 West
5
Turn right onto SR 114
1.0 mi·1 min·West Center Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Continue on this road
0.3 mi·36 sec·this road
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake CityUse the left / straight lanes.
7
Merge onto I 15
58 mi·1 hr 2 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
25 mi·26 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 349Toward SR 134: 2700 NorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
458 ft·11 sec
Toward Harrisville, North Ogden, Pleasant View
11
Continue on SR 134
2.0 mi·3 min·2700 North
12
Continue on SR 134
2.0 mi·4 min·2600 North
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left onto 1050 East
0.7 mi·1 min·1050 East
14
Turn right onto East 3100 North
0.6 mi·1 min·East 3100 North
Use the right lane.
15
Continue on North Ogden Canyon Road
4.6 mi·10 min·North Ogden Canyon Road
16
Continue on East 4100 North
0.8 mi·1 min·East 4100 North
17
Arrive at destination
4100 North
Trip Plan
Since this drive is under two hours, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. You can easily complete this trip in one day without needing overnight accommodations. The fuel cost is estimated at $15, so ensure you start with a full tank or plan a quick stop. Given the 96.2-mile distance and mostly surface road profile, there's no need to rush; you can take your time and enjoy the scenery as you transition from Veterans Memorial Highway to the local roads. Keep an eye out for the change in road type as you approach your destination.
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 48.1 miles from Provo, UT, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.1 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 21 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.1 miles or 53m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Liberty, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Provo, UT
This is one driving day of about 96.2 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Provo, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 83.1 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 90.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.7 mi into trip|~1m in|SR 114 / West Center Street
Turn right onto SR 114 / West Center Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
59.9 mi into trip|~1h 6m 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.
7
85.1 mi into trip|~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward SR 134: 2700 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 349
Toward SR 134: 2700 North
7
85.4 mi into trip|~1h 33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Harrisville, North Ogden, Pleasant View
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Harrisville, North Ogden, Pleasant View
6
90.2 mi into trip|~1h 42m in|East 3100 North
Turn right onto East 3100 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.44 one way
$34.88 round trip
$4.61/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.82
$18.27
$36.54
premium
$5.13
$19.42
$38.84
diesel
$6.28
$23.77
$47.54
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.9
0
$10.10
$4.62
Efficient EV
24.1
0
$8.42
$3.85
EV Truck/SUV
38.5
0
$13.47
$6.16
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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 Oct 15, 2026
Origin
Provo, UT
Morning
in Provo on Friday
Local time
6:55 AM
MDT
Current temp
42°F
Mostly Clear
SE 1 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Liberty, UT
Morning
in Liberty on Friday
Local time
6:55 AM
MDT
Current temp
65°F
Sunny
ENE 3 mph0% chanceLive forecast
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
23 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 56m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
$12
near mile 13.3
Caution: Water Outage
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is almost entirely surface roads, with 0% highway driving. You'll spend the vast majority of your time on Veterans Memorial Highway, with the longest continuous stretch measuring 83.1 miles. After that, you'll transition to North Ogden Canyon Road and 2700 North. Given the profile, anticipate navigating through towns and local areas rather than high-speed cruising.
Only 0% 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: 83.1 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near SR 114 / West Center Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 96.2 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.7 miles (SR 114 / West Center Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 59.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
5,120 ft4,251 ft
Total Climb
1,232 ft
Total Descent
665 ft
Highest Point
5,120 ft
~96.2 mi in
Elevation Range
869 ft
Notable High Points
4,621 ft at ~6.9 miles+41 ft prominence
4,645 ft at ~20.6 miles+65 ft prominence
4,266 ft at ~48.1 miles+5 ft prominence
4,480 ft at ~75.6 miles+6 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Provo, UT and Liberty, UT, road signs point toward Harrisville, Ogden and Pleasant View.
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 56m. Total distance: 96.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 83.1 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Liberty, 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 0.7 miles (SR 114 / West Center Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 59.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Liberty, UT before heading back.
