Origin
Saratoga Springs, UT
Morning in Saratoga Springs on Tuesday
Local time
7:56 AM
MDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saratoga Springs, UT to West Valley City, UT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
28 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
Saratoga Springs, UT to West Valley City, UT is 28 miles and takes about 41m via Bangerter Highway, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, direct trip within the Mountain West region of Utah. Expect a driving experience characterized by frequent turns and local road navigation rather than long stretches of open highway. It's a straightforward journey connecting two points in the same state, making it ideal for a quick commute or a short errand run without significant planning required.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bangerter Highway | 14.1 mi | 16m |
| North Redwood Road | 7.2 mi | 11m |
| Camp Williams Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| East Pony Express Parkway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 4100 South | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Saratoga Road | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Redwood Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Atlas Way | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Bangerter Highway
— 14.1 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saratoga Springs, UT and West Valley City, UT.
1
Start on East Bayside Drive
244 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Bayside Drive
2
Turn right onto South 430 East
153 ft
·
10 sec
·
South Bayside Drive
3
At end of road, turn right onto South 420 East
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
South Saratoga Drive
4
Continue on South 520 East
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Saratoga Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto East Pony Express Parkway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Pony Express Parkway
6
Enter roundabout onto East Pony Express Parkway
129 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Pony Express Parkway
7
Continue on East Pony Express Parkway
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Pony Express Parkway
8
Turn right onto SR 68
7.2 mi
·
11 min
·
North Redwood Road
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on SR 68
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Camp Williams Road
10
Continue on SR 68
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Redwood Road
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
Use the left lane.
12
Merge onto SR 154
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Bangerter Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
14
Turn left onto 4100 South
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
4100 South
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto 4400 West
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
4400 West
16
Turn left onto Volta Avenue
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Volta Avenue
17
Turn right onto Atlas Way
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlas Way
18
Arrive at destination
Atlas Way
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 27.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South 430 East / South Bayside Drive
Turn right onto South 430 East / South Bayside Drive
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South 420 East / South Saratoga Drive
At end of road, turn right onto South 420 East / South Saratoga Drive
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
1.8 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
SR 68 / North Redwood Road
Turn right onto SR 68 / North Redwood Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
12 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
SR 154 / Bangerter Highway
Merge onto SR 154 / Bangerter Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
27.4 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
Volta Avenue
Turn left onto Volta Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.44 one way
$8.87 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $4.65 | $9.30 |
| premium | $4.53 | $4.99 | $9.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.18 | $12.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.45 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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.
Destination
West Valley City, UT
Morning in West Valley City on Tuesday
Local time
7:56 AM
MDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
41m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is best described as a turn-heavy local drive, with only 33% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.1 miles along Bangerter Highway. As you travel, you'll transition between Bangerter Highway, North Redwood Road, and Camp Williams Road, meaning you'll be adjusting your speed and navigating more frequently. This isn't a route for setting cruise control and zoning out; it requires active engagement with the road and frequent changes in direction.
Only 3% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.1 mi on Bangerter Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 430 East / South Bayside Drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 28 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: near the start (South 430 East / South Bayside Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South 420 East / South Saratoga Drive): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.8 miles (SR 68 / North Redwood Road): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in West Valley City, UT
Full guide →West Valley City is a city of 113,000 near Salt Lake City in the Wasatch Range. Although it is Utah's second largest city, it is a suburb of the capital and has little to offer a traveler. On the other hand, West Valley City is home to the most diverse community in Utah, with approximately 45% of the residents being immigrants from Vietnam, Mexico, Pacific Islanders and others. Tourists may want to try to come to WVC to eat various ethic dishes in West Valley City.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 28 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (3%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.1 miles on Bangerter 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: near the start (South 430 East / South Bayside Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South 420 East / South Saratoga Drive): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.8 miles (SR 68 / North Redwood Road): 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 West Valley City, UT before heading back.
How this page is built
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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