Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
46.5 mi
75 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sandy Hills, UT
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Benjamin, UT
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If you are planning a trip from Sandy Hills to Benjamin, you are looking at a 46.5-mile journey through the Mountain West. Clocking in at approximately 57 minutes, this drive is perfectly suited for a quick day trip rather than an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Veterans Memorial Highway, 1300 East, and 11400 South to complete the trek. Budgeting around $7 for fuel should comfortably cover your gas needs for the one-way transit. Since there are no designated stops included in this itinerary, you can plan for a direct, efficient run between these two Utah communities.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 38.3 mi | 40m |
| 1300 East | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| 11400 South | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| 8000 South | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| 3200 West | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Silvercrest Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Sandy Hills Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 7300 South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Sandy Hills, UT and Benjamin, UT.
Start on Sandy Hills Drive
Turn left onto Silvercrest Drive
Turn left onto 1300 East
Turn right onto 11400 South
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 15
Take the exit
Turn right onto 8000 South
At end of road, turn right onto SR 115
Turn left onto SR 147
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 23.2 miles from Sandy Hills, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 43.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Silvercrest Drive
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto 11400 South
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 15 South
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 164
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Regular Gas
$7.37 one way
$14.74 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $7.72 | $15.45 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.29 | $16.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.27 | $20.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.88 | $2.23 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.07 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.51 | $2.98 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Sandy Hills on Tuesday
Local time
6:21 AM
MDT
Current temp
48°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 11 at 11:17AM MDT until April 12 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Destination
Morning in Benjamin on Tuesday
Local time
6:21 AM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 11 at 11:17AM MDT until April 12 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. While you might anticipate a typical highway cruise, this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will spend your time navigating surface streets rather than open interstates. You will cover the bulk of your distance with a 38.3-mile stretch on Veterans Memorial Highway, which serves as the backbone of your journey. The road's personality is defined by its local character, requiring more focus on maneuvering than high-speed cruising. Be prepared for a varied pace as you transition through the different road segments.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Silvercrest Drive.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 57m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Silvercrest Drive): Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles (11400 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
401 ft
Total Descent
629 ft
Highest Point
4,760 ft
Elevation Range
330 ft
Notable High Points
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 46.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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