Saint George, UT to Mount Olympus, UT is 301.7 miles and takes about 5h 5m via Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $49 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Mountain West region, primarily on surface roads. It's a manageable drive that keeps you on local thoroughfares for most of the way. Since the drive is less than six hours, it’s ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination with plenty of time.
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
150.8 miles from Saint George, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 32m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
286.4 mi
4h 41m
Belt Route
7.9 mi
8m
Saint George Boulevard
1.4 mi
3m
Main Street
0.4 mi
<1m
I 15 BUS
0.3 mi
<1m
Apollo Drive
0.3 mi
1m
Lois Lane
0.2 mi
<1m
200 South
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 286.4 mi, about 4h 41m
Traffic on I-15
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 227 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,083 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~241 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
21.1×
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 Mount Olympus, UT.
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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
286 mi·4 hr 41 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
2.6 mi·2 min
Exit 294A-CToward SR 48, I 215: 7200 South, Belt RouteUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·24 sec
Toward I 215
12
Continue on this road
0.7 mi·1 min·this road
Exit 298Toward I 215
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·55 sec
Exit 294BToward I 215 EastUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 215
7.9 mi·8 min·Belt Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·48 sec
Toward 3900 South, 3300 SouthUse the left lane.
16
Turn right onto Apollo Drive
0.3 mi·1 min·Apollo Drive
17
At end of road, turn left onto Jupiter Drive
433 ft·13 sec·Jupiter Drive
18
Turn right onto Lois Lane
341 ft·21 sec·Lois Lane
19
Turn left onto Hale Drive
219 ft·11 sec·Hale Drive
20
Turn right onto Lois Lane
0.1 mi·30 sec·Lois Lane
21
Arrive at destination
Lois Lane
Trip Plan
For this 5h 5m drive, consider an early morning departure from Saint George to maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop and a total distance of 301.7 miles, you have flexibility in planning your breaks. The estimated fuel cost is $49, so ensure your tank is full before you head out, especially since you'll be on surface roads for the entire trip. Keep an eye on local traffic patterns, as surface roads can be more susceptible to delays than highways, particularly as you approach urban areas.
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 150.8 miles from Saint George, UT, or about 2h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 286.4 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 66 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 150.8 miles or 2h 32m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Olympus, 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 301.7 miles and 5h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 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 286.4 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 0.1 and 301.4 — 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
8
288.8 mi into trip|~4h 48m 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
292.4 mi into trip|~4h 52m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 215 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 294B
Toward I 215 East
7
300.8 mi into trip|~5h 2m in
Take the exit toward 3900 South, 3300 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward 3900 South, 3300 South
6
301.4 mi into trip|~5h 4m in|Jupiter Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Jupiter Drive
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.04 one way
$106.07 round trip
$4.47/gal25.4 MPG avg106 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.67
$55.46
$110.92
premium
$4.99
$59.27
$118.54
diesel
$5.35
$63.55
$127.09
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
90.5
1
$31.68
$14.48
Efficient EV
75.4
0
$26.40
$12.07
EV Truck/SUV
120.7
1
$42.24
$19.31
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% 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 1, 2026
Origin
Saint George, UT
Afternoon
in Saint George on Wednesday
Local time
1:05 PM
MDT
Current temp
65°F
Clear
ENE 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Mount Olympus, UT
Afternoon
in Mount Olympus on Wednesday
Local time
1:05 PM
MDT
Current temp
52°F
Partly Cloudy
E 3 mph10% 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
13 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 5m 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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
$12
near mile 270.5
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
~31 min detour
$10
near mile 62.4
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...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
$35
near mile 31.2
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 a highway share of 0%. You'll be on local streets for the majority of the 301.7 miles. The longest continuous stretch on a single named road is 286.4 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a driving experience characterized by frequent intersections and variable speed limits, rather than high-speed highway cruising.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 286.4 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 0.1 miles in near 100 West.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 301.7 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 0.1 miles (100 West): Navigation decision point; at 288.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 292.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
6,061 ft2,696 ft
Total Climb
4,793 ft
Total Descent
2,363 ft
Highest Point
6,061 ft
~107.7 mi in
Elevation Range
3,365 ft
Notable High Points
5,944 ft at ~64.6 miles+101 ft prominence
6,061 ft at ~107.7 miles+18 ft prominence
5,360 ft at ~172.4 miles+416 ft prominence
5,119 ft at ~215.5 miles+26 ft prominence
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
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 5m. Total distance: 301.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 286.4 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 19 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 Mount Olympus, 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 19 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (100 West): Navigation decision point; at 288.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 292.4 miles: 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 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Mount Olympus, UT before the return drive.
