Traveling from Sandy to Parowan covers 220.3 miles and takes approximately 3 hours and 41 minutes. Because this is a relatively straightforward distance, it works perfectly as a one-day trip, though you have the flexibility to stay overnight if you prefer a slower pace. Expect to budget about $35 for fuel to complete the journey. You will navigate through the Mountain West region using a combination of Veterans Memorial Highway, North Main Street, and 9000 South. Since both cities are located within Utah, you can expect a consistent regional feel throughout your travel. This trip is best suited for those who want a focused, direct drive rather than a multi-day expedition.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
110.1 miles from Sandy, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 51m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
217.2 mi
3h 35m
North Main Street
1.2 mi
2m
9000 South
0.5 mi
<1m
8800 South
0.4 mi
1m
State Street
0.2 mi
<1m
West Center Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 217.2 mi, about 3h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sandy, UT and Parowan, UT.
1
Start on 8800 South
0.4 mi·1 min·8800 South
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 89
0.2 mi·26 sec·State Street
3
Turn right onto SR 209
0.5 mi·58 sec·9000 South
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·56 sec
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 15
217 mi·3 hr 35 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward SR 274: Parowan
7
Turn left onto I 15 Bus; SR 274
1.2 mi·2 min·North Main Street
8
Turn right onto West Center Street
110 ft·6 sec·West Center Street
9
Arrive at destination
West Center Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a single-day trip with only one planned stop, you have plenty of freedom to structure your itinerary to fit your personal schedule. Leaving early in the morning is a smart way to clear the bulk of the 220.3-mile distance before the midday heat or local traffic intensifies. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $35 estimate assumes consistent driving conditions; having a little extra padding in your budget is always a wise move. Use your single stop strategically to stretch your legs, especially given the turn-heavy nature of the route that can be more tiring than a straight interstate cruise. Prioritize comfort during your stop to ensure you remain alert for the final leg into Parowan.
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 110.1 miles from Sandy, UT, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 217.2 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 48 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.1 miles or 1h 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Parowan, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sandy, 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 Sandy, UT
This is one driving day of about 220.3 miles and 3h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Sandy, 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 217.2 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 218.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|US 89 / State Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 89 / State Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.6 mi into trip|~1m in|SR 209 / 9000 South
Turn right onto SR 209 / 9000 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
1.1 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1.5 mi into trip|~3m 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.
4
218.7 mi into trip|~3h 38m in
Take the exit toward SR 274: Parowan
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward SR 274: Parowan
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.91 one way
$69.82 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg77 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$36.59
$73.18
premium
$4.53
$39.30
$78.60
diesel
$5.61
$48.64
$97.28
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66.1
0
$23.13
$10.57
Efficient EV
55.1
0
$19.28
$8.81
EV Truck/SUV
88.1
1
$30.84
$14.10
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 13, 2026
Origin
Sandy, UT
Late night
in Sandy on Sunday
Local time
1:54 AM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
NNW 2 to 7 mph85% chanceLive forecast
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 12 at 9:47PM MDT until April 14 at 3:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Destination
Parowan, UT
Late night
in Parowan on Sunday
Local time
1:54 AM
MDT
Current temp
29°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers
SW 3 to 16 mph70% chanceLive forecast
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 12 at 9:47PM MDT until April 14 at 3:00PM 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
9 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
3h 41m on the road
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.
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
~19 min detour
$12
near mile 22.8
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...
14 mi from route
~36 min detour
$10
near mile 220.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While you might anticipate a high-speed interstate experience, this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will spend your time navigating local infrastructure rather than open lanes. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the Veterans Memorial Highway, which accounts for a 217.2-mile stretch of your journey. Because the road lacks typical highway consistency, the character of the drive is defined by frequent transitions and technical navigation. Prepare for a steady, hands-on experience that keeps you engaged as you transition between the various segments of your route.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 217.2 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 0.4 miles in near US 89 / State Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 41m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 89 / State Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (SR 209 / 9000 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 217.2 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 89 / State Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (SR 209 / 9000 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument and Cedar Breaks National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Parowan, UT, but most travelers stay overnight.
