If you are looking to travel from Salt Lake City to Logan, expect a straightforward 82.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited as a simple one-day outing, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You can anticipate spending roughly $13 on fuel for the trek, making it an affordable excursion within the Mountain West. Because you will be navigating via local thoroughfares like 300 South, State Street, and 400 South rather than major interstates, the pace remains steady and accessible. It is a practical, no-fuss route that allows you to move between these two Utah cities without the complexities of long-haul travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.4 miles from Salt Lake City, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 47m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
53.7 mi
56m
US 89
22 mi
28m
1100 South
4.5 mi
5m
400 South
1.3 mi
3m
I 15 Business
0.5 mi
<1m
300 South
0.1 mi
<1m
State Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Main Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 53.7 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salt Lake City, UT and Logan, UT.
1
Start on Main Street
0.1 mi·36 sec·Main Street
2
Turn right onto 300 South
0.1 mi·37 sec·300 South
Use the right lane.
3
Turn right onto SR 186
0.1 mi·26 sec·State Street
4
Turn right onto US 89
1.3 mi·3 min·400 South
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward I 15 North: Ogden
6
Merge onto I 15
16 mi·16 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
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
4.5 mi·5 min·1100 South
11
Continue on US 89; US 91
22 mi·28 min·US 89; US 91
12
Turn right onto 200 North
210 ft·11 sec·200 North
13
Turn left
106 ft·13 sec
14
Turn left
73 ft·5 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a compact 1 hour and 20 minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. You won't need to worry about spacing out long breaks, as there are 0 official stops required to complete the journey efficiently. Budget your $13 for fuel before you head out, as the stop-and-go nature of city driving can sometimes impact your vehicle's efficiency. Keep a close eye on your navigation apps while maneuvering through 400 South and State Street, as the turn-heavy layout requires frequent adjustments. Taking advantage of the short travel time allows you to reach your destination quickly while keeping your overall trip logistics simple and stress-free.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.4 miles from Salt Lake City, UT, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.7 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 18 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.4 miles or 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Logan, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Salt Lake City, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Salt Lake City, UT
This is one driving day of about 82.7 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Salt Lake City, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 53.7 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 55.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|300 South
Turn right onto 300 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|SR 186 / State Street
Turn right onto SR 186 / State Street
Navigation decision point
5
2 mi into trip|~5m in|I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
17.8 mi into trip|~22m 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
55.8 mi into trip|~1h 2m 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
$13.11 one way
$26.21 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$13.74
$27.47
premium
$4.53
$14.75
$29.51
diesel
$5.61
$18.26
$36.52
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.8
0
$8.68
$3.97
Efficient EV
20.7
0
$7.24
$3.31
EV Truck/SUV
33.1
0
$11.58
$5.29
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Salt Lake City, UT
Late night
in Salt Lake City on Sunday
Local time
2:10 AM
MDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Logan, UT
Late night
in Logan on Sunday
Local time
2:10 AM
MDT
Current temp
43°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
5 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 37m 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...
24 mi from route
~60 min detour
$12
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
One of the greatest technological achievements of the 19th century is the completion of the first transcontinental railroad across the United States. Visitors to the park can see the location of the L...
27 mi from route
~67 min detour
$20
near mile 54.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Forget about the monotony of high-speed interstate cruising; this route is defined by its turn-heavy, local nature. With 0% of the drive on highways, you will spend the entire 82.5-mile duration navigating surface streets that demand your full attention. The road lacks any long, uninterrupted stretches, as 300 South serves as your primary connector without offering extended highway segments. Behind the wheel, you will experience a constant shift in scenery as you transition through the local infrastructure of the region. Be prepared for a hands-on driving experience that prioritizes local navigation over open-road speed.
Only 27% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.7 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 300 South.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 82.7 miles you will encounter 12 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 (300 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (SR 186 / State Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Salt Lake City is the capital of, and largest city in, the U.S. state of Utah. It is a destination for outdoor recreation, with nearby mountains full of hiking trails and ski resorts made famous by the 2002 Winter Olympics. It is also well known as the headquarters of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS or Mormon church). The city is set to host the Winter Olympics again in 2034.
Salt Lake City has about 200,000 residents within the city limits (2019), and is the downtown hub for a metro area of over a million people. It sits on the border between the Rocky Mountains and the Great Basin, lying in the Salt Lake Valley along the Wasatch Range urban corridor, sandwiched between the Wasatch Mountains to the east and the Oquirrh Mountains and the Great Salt Lake to the west.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 82.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53.7 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 Logan, 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: at 0.1 miles (300 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (SR 186 / State Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument and Golden Spike National Historical Park. 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 Logan, UT before heading back.
