Saint George to Kaysville is 321.9 miles and takes about 5 hours 26 minutes via Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $57 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Utah, connecting two points in the Mountain West region. Expect a route that primarily uses surface roads for much of its length, offering a more grounded perspective of the landscape. It’s a manageable one-day trip, perfect if you're looking for a straightforward drive without extensive time commitments, though it does involve a significant stretch on one main highway.
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
160.9 miles from Saint George, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
315.2 mi
5h 12m
Main Street
2.6 mi
5m
US 89
1.6 mi
1m
Saint George Boulevard
1.4 mi
3m
I 15 BUS
0.3 mi
<1m
200 South
0.1 mi
<1m
100 West
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 315.2 mi, about 5h 12m
Traffic on I-15
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 261 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,295 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~250 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
21.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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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 Saint George, UT and Kaysville, UT.
1
Start on this road
510 ft·39 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto 100 West
387 ft·19 sec·100 West
3
Turn right onto 200 South
0.1 mi·32 sec·200 South
4
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
8
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.
9
Merge onto I 15
315 mi·5 hr 12 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89
1.6 mi·1 min·US 89
Exit 324Toward South OgdenUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·46 sec
Exit 397Toward SR 273: Main StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
199 ft·9 sec
Toward Kaysville, Davis Technical CollegeUse the straight / left lanes.
13
Turn left onto SR 273
2.2 mi·4 min·Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
SR 273
Trip Plan
Given the 5 hour 26 minute estimated drive time, leaving Saint George in the morning is recommended to allow ample daylight for arrival in Kaysville. While the route is doable in one day, there's only one designated stop, so plan your breaks accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel; while the estimated cost is $57, it's always wise to refuel before you're on empty, especially when transitioning from highway to surface roads. The longest continuous stretch is over 315 miles, so ensure you're comfortable with that duration before departing.
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 160.9 miles from Saint George, UT, or about 2h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 315.2 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 71 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 160.9 miles or 2h 44m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kaysville, 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 321.9 miles and 5h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 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 315.2 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 319.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|100 West
Turn right onto 100 West
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|200 South
Turn right onto 200 South
Navigation decision point
8
317.6 mi into trip|~5h 19m in|US 89
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89 toward South Ogden
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 324
Toward South Ogden
7
319.2 mi into trip|~5h 21m in
Take the exit toward SR 273: Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 397
Toward SR 273: Main Street
8
319.6 mi into trip|~5h 21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Kaysville, Davis Technical College
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward Kaysville, Davis Technical College
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$54.85 one way
$109.70 round trip
$4.33/gal25.4 MPG avg113 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.53
$57.38
$114.77
premium
$4.85
$61.49
$122.98
diesel
$5.21
$66.03
$132.06
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-08.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
96.6
1
$33.80
$15.45
Efficient EV
80.5
0
$28.17
$12.88
EV Truck/SUV
128.8
1
$45.07
$20.60
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 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 Jun 10, 2026
Origin
Saint George, UT
Late night
in Saint George on Wednesday
Local time
4:15 AM
MDT
Current temp
69°F
Mostly Clear
N 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued June 9 at 10:04PM MDT until June 10 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued June 9 at 10:01PM MDT until June 10 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Destination
Kaysville, UT
Late night
in Kaysville on Wednesday
Local time
4:15 AM
MDT
Current temp
52°F
Mostly Clear
NNE 5 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued June 9 at 10:04PM MDT until June 10 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued June 9 at 10:01PM MDT until June 10 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
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
17 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 26m 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.
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...
8 mi from route
~20 min detour
$12
near mile 266.4
Park Closure: Cave Tours on Hold
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
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...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
$10
near mile 55.5
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...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
$35
near mile 22.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly on surface roads, with only a small portion on highways. You'll encounter Veterans Memorial Highway for a substantial 315.2 miles before transitioning to surface streets like Main Street and US 89. Be prepared for a change in pace as you move from the longer highway segment onto local roads. The shift from highway cruising to more integrated town and city driving will be noticeable.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 315.2 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 100 West.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 321.9 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 0.1 miles (100 West): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (200 South): Navigation decision point; at 317.6 miles (US 89): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Top landmarks
•St. George Utah Temple — temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in St. George, Utah, U...
•St. George Opera House — opera house
•Brigham Young Winter Home and Office — historic house in Utah, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 26m. Total distance: 321.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 315.2 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 25 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.
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 Kaysville, 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. There are 25 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (100 West): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (200 South): Navigation decision point; at 317.6 miles (US 89): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument, Cedar Breaks National Monument and Zion National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Kaysville, UT before the return drive.
