Spanning 161.6 miles, this journey from Richfield to West Valley City typically takes about 2 hours and 57 minutes to complete. Because the travel time is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You will navigate using a combination of I-70, US 50, and Veterans Memorial Highway to move through the heart of the Mountain West. Budgeting approximately $26 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the trip. Since you only need to plan for one stop, this route offers a straightforward path between these two Utah locations.
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
80.8 miles from Richfield, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 31m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
106.1 mi
1h 46m
US 50
24.4 mi
29m
I 70
7.9 mi
7m
Belt Route
5.8 mi
6m
SR 260
4.2 mi
6m
SR 24
2.4 mi
2m
3500 South
2.4 mi
4m
Main Street
1.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 106.1 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richfield, UT and West Valley City, UT.
1
Start on SR 118
191 ft·7 sec·300 North
2
Turn right onto I 70 Business; SR 120
1.2 mi·2 min·Main Street
Use the right lane.
3
Take the ramp onto I 70 Business; SR 120
0.4 mi·51 sec·I 70 Business; SR 120
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto I 70; US 89
7.9 mi·7 min·I 70; US 89
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Exit 48Toward US 24: Sigurd, Aurora
6
Turn right onto SR 259
0.2 mi·21 sec·SR 259
7
At end of road, turn left onto SR 24
2.4 mi·2 min·SR 24
8
Turn left onto SR 260
4.2 mi·6 min·SR 260
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto US 50
24 mi·29 min·US 50
10
Turn left onto US 50
0.5 mi·1 min·400 North
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi·30 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
12
Merge onto I 15
106 mi·1 hr 46 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
2.6 mi·2 min
Exit 294A-CToward SR 48, I 215: 7200 South, Belt RouteUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·24 sec
Toward I 215
15
Continue on this road
0.7 mi·1 min·this road
Exit 298Toward I 215
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 294CToward I 215 WestUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 215
5.8 mi·6 min·Belt Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi·45 sec
Exit 18BToward SR 171 West: 3500 SouthUse the right lane.
19
Turn straight onto SR 171
2.4 mi·4 min·3500 South
Use the left lane.
20
Turn left onto 4400 West
0.2 mi·32 sec·4400 West
Use the left lane.
21
Turn right onto 3650 South
0.3 mi·54 sec·3650 South
22
Turn left onto Atlas Way
464 ft·16 sec·Atlas Way
23
Arrive at destination
Atlas Way
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 57-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Plan your single stop strategically to break up the 161.6-mile trek, especially if you want to avoid fatigue during the more technical, turn-heavy sections. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge early on, as the $26 estimated cost can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency and local prices. Since the majority of your time is spent on Veterans Memorial Highway, ensure your vehicle is comfortable for a long, 106.1-mile stretch. Staying alert during the transition between local roads and the highway is the best way to ensure a smooth arrival in West Valley City.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 80.8 miles from Richfield, UT, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.1 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 36 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.8 miles or 1h 31m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Valley City, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Richfield, 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 Richfield, UT
This is one driving day of about 161.6 miles and 2h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Richfield, 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 106.1 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 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 9.5 and 161 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
9.5 mi into trip|~10m in
Take the exit toward US 24: Sigurd, Aurora
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 48
Toward US 24: Sigurd, Aurora
8
148.3 mi into trip|~2h 38m in
Take the exit toward SR 48, I 215: 7200 South, Belt Route
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 294A-C
Toward SR 48, I 215: 7200 South, Belt Route
8
151.9 mi into trip|~2h 42m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 215 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 294C
Toward I 215 West
7
158.3 mi into trip|~2h 50m in
Take the exit toward SR 171 West: 3500 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 18B
Toward SR 171 West: 3500 South
6
161 mi into trip|~2h 56m in|4400 West
Turn left onto 4400 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.61 one way
$51.22 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg57 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$26.84
$53.68
premium
$4.53
$28.83
$57.65
diesel
$5.61
$35.68
$71.36
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
48.5
0
$16.97
$7.76
Efficient EV
40.4
0
$14.14
$6.46
EV Truck/SUV
64.6
0
$22.62
$10.34
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Richfield, UT
Night
in Richfield on Saturday
Local time
10:42 PM
MDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
West Valley City, UT
Night
in West Valley City on Saturday
Local time
10:42 PM
MDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live 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
14 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
2h 57m 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.
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
~18 min detour
$12
near mile 128.2
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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While about 24% of your journey takes place on major highways, the remainder of the route shifts into a more technical, winding experience. Your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 106.1 miles along Veterans Memorial Highway, providing a significant portion of the drive at a consistent pace. You will notice the character of the road change as you transition from the local sections onto the faster highway segments. It is a drive that keeps you engaged rather than offering a monotonous interstate cruise.
Only 24% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 106.1 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 9.5 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 161.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 148.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 151.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Richfield, UT and West Valley City, UT, road signs point toward Aurora and Belt Route.
Aurora
9.5 mi in|~10m
Belt Route
148.3 mi in|~2h 38m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 57m. Total distance: 161.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 106.1 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 West Valley City, UT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 148.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 151.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 West Valley City, UT before heading back.
