Spanning 304.4 miles across the Mountain West, this trip from Saint George to East Carbon City takes approximately 5 hours and 45 minutes of driving time. Because this route relies on local roads like 100 West, 200 South, and Main Street rather than interstates, it functions best as a focused, one-day commitment. You should budget about $48 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Since the entire journey stays within the state of Utah, you will experience the diverse terrain of the Mountain West region throughout your transit. It is a practical, straightforward drive for those who prefer navigating local corridors over high-speed highway travel.
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
152.2 miles from Saint George, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 30m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
123.2 mi
1h 57m
I 70
90.3 mi
1h 26m
SR 10
64.3 mi
1h 33m
SR 123
8.4 mi
14m
Ridge Road
7.4 mi
12m
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
7 mi
8m
Saint George Boulevard
1.4 mi
3m
Grassy Trail Drive
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 123.2 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint George, UT and East Carbon City, UT.
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Start on this road
510 ft·39 sec·this road
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Turn right onto 100 West
387 ft·19 sec·100 West
3
Turn right onto 200 South
0.1 mi·32 sec·200 South
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Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi·36 sec·Main Street
5
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
82 ft·1 sec·Main Street
6
Continue on Main Street
0.1 mi·15 sec·Main Street
7
Turn right onto I 15 BUS; SR 34
1.4 mi·3 min·Saint George Boulevard
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Take the ramp onto I 15 BUS
0.3 mi·43 sec·I 15 BUS
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake CityUse the slight left / straight lanes.
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Merge onto I 15
123 mi·1 hr 57 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 132Toward I 70 East: Richfield, Denver
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Continue on I 70
90 mi·1 hr 26 min·I 70
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Exit 91Toward SR 10 North, SR 72 South: Price, Loa
13
Turn left onto SR 10
64 mi·1 hr 33 min·SR 10
14
Turn right onto CR 480
7.4 mi·12 min·Ridge Road
15
Turn right onto US 6; US 191
7.0 mi·8 min·Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn left onto SR 123
8.4 mi·14 min·SR 123
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto Grassy Trail Drive
358 ft·18 sec·Grassy Trail Drive
18
At end of road, turn right onto Whitmore Drive
56 ft·2 sec·Whitmore Drive
19
Turn left onto Grassy Trail Drive
0.3 mi·1 min·Grassy Trail Drive
20
Turn left onto Wilkins Street
240 ft·13 sec·Wilkins Street
21
Turn right onto Berkley Avenue
0.1 mi·29 sec·Berkley Avenue
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Arrive at destination
Berkley Avenue
Trip Plan
Planning for this trip requires a smart approach to your schedule, as the turn-heavy nature of local roads can make the 5-hour and 45-minute drive feel more intense than a standard highway cruise. Aim to depart early in the day to navigate the local sections while visibility is at its peak. You have the flexibility to plan for one strategic stop, which is essential to keep you alert during the 304.4-mile trek. Keep your $48 fuel budget in mind, and ensure your tank is topped off before heading out, as local road routes may have fewer high-capacity service stations than major interstates. Since you are relying on roads like 200 South and 100 West, keep a reliable GPS handy to stay on track through the constant turns.
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 152.2 miles from Saint George, UT, or about 2h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 123.2 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 67 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 152.2 miles or 2h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Carbon City, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Saint George, 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 Saint George, UT
This is one driving day of about 304.4 miles and 5h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Saint George, 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 123.2 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 125.6 and 303.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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125.6 mi into trip|~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward I 70 East: Richfield, Denver
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 132
Toward I 70 East: Richfield, Denver
6
216.4 mi into trip|~3h 32m in
Take the exit toward SR 10 North, SR 72 South: Price, Loa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 91
Toward SR 10 North, SR 72 South: Price, Loa
6
288.4 mi into trip|~5h 19m in|US 6; US 191 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Turn right onto US 6; US 191 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
295.4 mi into trip|~5h 27m in|SR 123
Turn left onto SR 123
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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303.9 mi into trip|~5h 42m in|Whitmore Drive
At end of road, turn right onto Whitmore Drive
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$48.24 one way
$96.47 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg107 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$50.56
$101.12
premium
$4.53
$54.30
$108.60
diesel
$5.61
$67.21
$134.42
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 106.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
91.3
1
$31.96
$14.61
Efficient EV
76.1
0
$26.63
$12.18
EV Truck/SUV
121.8
1
$42.62
$19.48
Gas CO2
107 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Saint George, UT
Morning
in Saint George on Sunday
Local time
6:02 AM
MDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
East Carbon City, UT
Morning
in East Carbon City on Sunday
Local time
6:02 AM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Richfield, UT
152 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
33 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
5h 45m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy, local-focused experience rather than a monotonous interstate grind. With 0% of the journey on major highways, you will spend the entire 5 hours and 45 minutes navigating local streets and secondary roads. This technical driving profile requires your full attention as you transition between local roads like 100 West and Main Street. The route is defined by consistent turns and lower speeds, making it a stark contrast to typical long-distance freeway travel. Prepare yourself for a hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the local road network for the duration of the 304.4-mile trip.
54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 123.2 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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 around 125.6 miles in.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 45m drive. You will face about 17 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 125.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 216.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 288.4 miles (US 6; US 191 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway): 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 Saint George, UT and East Carbon City, UT, road signs point toward Denver and Loa.
St. George is a city in southwestern Utah, on the Utah-Arizona border, known regionally as "Utah's Dixie" (a nickname given to the area for its warm southern Utah climate which was used to grow cotton by early settlers). The city is nestled in a scenic valley of desert vistas in the northeastern Mojave Desert, adjacent to the majestic Pine Valley Mountains.
The longest stretch is about 123.2 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 125.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 216.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 288.4 miles (US 6; US 191 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.8 hours each way, a round trip means 11.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at East Carbon City, UT before the return drive.
