Origin
Riverton, UT
Late night in Riverton on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
MDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverton, UT to Brigham City, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
76.9 mi
124 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverton, UT
Brett Sayles
Brigham City, UT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Riverton to Brigham City, you are looking at a 76.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes to complete. Because this is a relatively short trip through the Mountain West, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $12 for fuel to cover the distance. Since the route relies on local surface streets rather than major interstates, expect a steady pace rather than high-speed cruising. It serves as a straightforward connection between these two Utah communities, ideal for those who prefer local roads over highway travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 69.9 mi | 1h 13m |
| 1100 South | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| 12600 South | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| 12300 South | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| I 15 Business | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East 20 South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 69.9 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton, UT and Brigham City, UT.
1
Start on this road
187 ft
·
15 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
192 ft
·
15 sec
3
Turn uturn onto SR 71
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
12600 South
4
Continue on SR 71
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
12300 South
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 15
32 mi
·
34 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward Salt Lake City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
38 mi
·
39 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto I 15 Business; I 84 Business
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
I 15 Business; I 84 Business
Toward US 91
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 15 Business; I 84 Business
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 15 Business; I 84 Business
10
Merge onto US 91; I 15 Bus; I 84 Bus
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
1100 South
11
Turn left onto I 15 Bus; I 84 Bus; SR 13
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
12
Turn right onto East 20 South
73 ft
·
5 sec
·
East 20 South
13
Arrive at destination
East 20 South
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.4 miles from Riverton, 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 69.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 73.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
7
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 71 / 12600 South
Turn uturn onto SR 71 / 12600 South
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
3.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway toward Salt Lake City
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Salt Lake City
6
35.3 mi into trip
|
~40m 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.
5
73.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
I 15 Business; I 84 Business
Keep slight right at fork onto I 15 Business; I 84 Business
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.19 one way
$24.37 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $12.77 | $25.55 |
| premium | $4.53 | $13.72 | $27.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.98 | $33.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.07 | $3.69 |
| Efficient EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.77 | $4.92 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Destination
Brigham City, UT
Late night in Brigham City on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
MDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
18 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
1h 26m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience as you navigate away from Riverton. You will spend your time navigating through local thoroughfares like 12600 South and 12300 South before transitioning toward the Veterans Memorial Highway. With a 0% highway share, this route avoids the monotonous feel of high-speed interstates in favor of a more technical, engaging drive. Because the longest stretch on any single road like 12600 South is essentially nonexistent, you will need to stay alert for frequent turns and intersections. It is a hands-on drive that requires your full attention throughout the 76.9 miles.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 69.9 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 early in the drive.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.9 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 71 / 12600 South): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.2 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
4,571 ft
4,226 ft
Total Climb
669 ft
Total Descent
671 ft
Highest Point
4,571 ft
~49.4 mi in
Elevation Range
346 ft
Notable High Points
4,345 ft at ~27.5 miles
+116 ft prominence
4,571 ft at ~49.4 miles
+105 ft prominence
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 76.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 69.9 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 Brigham City, 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 71 / 12600 South): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.2 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 Brigham City, UT before heading back.
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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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