Sandy Hills, UT to Fountain Green, UT is 85.7 miles and takes about 1h 37m via Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This one-day trip stays within Utah, moving from the Mountain West region to the same region. Expect a drive with frequent turns, characteristic of local roads rather than major interstates. Given its short duration and modest fuel cost, this route is ideal for a flexible day trip where you can take your time.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.9 miles from Sandy Hills, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
66.8 mi
1h 8m
100 North
13.3 mi
17m
1300 East
2.6 mi
4m
11400 South
2.2 mi
4m
Silvercrest Drive
<0.1 mi
<1m
Sandy Hills Drive
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 66.8 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sandy Hills, UT and Fountain Green, UT.
1
Start on Sandy Hills Drive
485 ft·22 sec·Sandy Hills Drive
2
Turn left onto Silvercrest Drive
516 ft·19 sec·Silvercrest Drive
3
Turn left onto 1300 East
2.6 mi·4 min·1300 East
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto 11400 South
2.2 mi·4 min·11400 South
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·56 sec
Toward I 15 SouthUse the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 15
67 mi·1 hr 8 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 225Toward SR 132
8
Turn sharp left onto SR 132
13 mi·17 min·100 North
9
Turn right onto 100 North
209 ft·9 sec·100 North
10
Arrive at destination
100 North
Trip Plan
With a drive time under two hours, this route is easily completed in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. You won't need extensive stops, but it's wise to account for brief pauses as you navigate the numerous turns. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; while the estimated cost is low at $14, it's always a good idea to start with a full tank, especially on routes with frequent local road segments where services might be less frequent. A good tip for this particular drive is to familiarize yourself with the Veterans Memorial Highway section beforehand, as it represents the longest uninterrupted stretch.
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 42.9 miles from Sandy Hills, UT, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.8 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 19 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.9 miles or 48m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fountain Green, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sandy Hills, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sandy Hills, UT
This is one driving day of about 85.7 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Sandy Hills, 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 66.8 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 72.2 — 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|Silvercrest Drive
Turn left onto Silvercrest Drive
Navigation decision point
5
2.8 mi into trip|~5m in|11400 South
Turn right onto 11400 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
5 mi into trip|~9m in
Take the ramp toward I 15 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 15 South
5
5.4 mi into trip|~10m 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.
5
72.2 mi into trip|~1h 18m in
Take the exit toward SR 132
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 225
Toward SR 132
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.58 one way
$27.16 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$14.23
$28.47
premium
$4.53
$15.29
$30.58
diesel
$5.61
$18.92
$37.84
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.7
0
$9.00
$4.11
Efficient EV
21.4
0
$7.50
$3.43
EV Truck/SUV
34.3
0
$12.00
$5.48
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (67% 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 14, 2026
Origin
Sandy Hills, UT
Late night
in Sandy Hills on Sunday
Local time
4:13 AM
MDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fountain Green, UT
Late night
in Fountain Green on Sunday
Local time
4:13 AM
MDT
Current temp
41°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
3 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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
$12
near mile 20.7
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is characterized as 'turn-heavy' and has a low highway share, meaning you'll navigate a more intricate network of local roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll experience is 66.8 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a period of more consistent travel before you encounter more frequent directional changes. The route progresses through a local driving experience, so be prepared for varied speed limits and potentially more intersections compared to a straightforward highway journey.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 66.8 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 37m drive. You will face about 8 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.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 85.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 66.8 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (Silvercrest Drive): Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles (11400 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 5 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument. 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 Fountain Green, UT before heading back.
