If you are planning a trip from South Jordan to Aurora, expect a straightforward journey covering 134.6 miles across the Mountain West. You can realistically complete this drive in about 2 hours and 23 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn’t require an overnight stay. Your travel budget should account for approximately $21 in fuel costs to cover the distance. The route primarily utilizes Veterans Memorial Highway, State Street, and Main Street. Since both cities are located within Utah, you will remain within the same state throughout the entire transit. It is a practical, manageable drive that offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
67.3 miles from South Jordan, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
104.5 mi
1h 44m
State Street
24.4 mi
29m
Main Street
2.7 mi
3m
10600 South
0.8 mi
1m
US 50
0.7 mi
1m
South Jordan Parkway
0.5 mi
<1m
10515 South
0.2 mi
<1m
10400 South
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 104.5 mi, about 1h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Jordan, UT and Aurora, UT.
1
Start on SR 151
0.1 mi·13 sec·10400 South
2
Continue on SR 151
0.5 mi·47 sec·South Jordan Parkway
3
Continue on SR 151
0.2 mi·23 sec·10515 South
4
Continue on SR 151
0.8 mi·1 min·10600 South
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
6
Merge onto I 15
105 mi·1 hr 44 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·29 sec
Exit 188Toward US 50 East: Scipio
8
Turn left onto US 50
0.7 mi·1 min·US 50
9
Turn right onto US 50
24 mi·29 min·State Street
Use the right lane.
10
Turn right onto SR 260
2.7 mi·3 min·Main Street
11
Turn right onto 100 North
30 ft·1 sec·100 North
12
Arrive at destination
100 North
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 134.6-mile trek, plan your departure to avoid peak local traffic times on those turn-heavy local roads. Since the drive is just under two and a half hours, you have the flexibility to power through without formal stops, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge to stay within your $21 budget. Given the nature of the route, prioritize checking your tire pressure and fluid levels before leaving South Jordan, as the mix of highway and local street driving can be demanding on your vehicle. Use the 104.5-mile highway segment to maintain a consistent pace, but be prepared to slow down quickly as you transition onto the local streets of Aurora.
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 67.3 miles from South Jordan, UT, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 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 30 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.3 miles or 1h 9m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Aurora, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving South Jordan, 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 South Jordan, UT
This is one driving day of about 134.6 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from South Jordan, 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 104.5 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 1.9 and 134.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.9 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.
5
106.5 mi into trip|~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward US 50 East: Scipio
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 188
Toward US 50 East: Scipio
4
106.9 mi into trip|~1h 48m in|US 50
Turn left onto US 50
Navigation decision point
6
107.6 mi into trip|~1h 50m in|US 50 / State Street
Turn right onto US 50 / State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
134.6 mi into trip|~2h 23m in|100 North
Turn right onto 100 North
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.33 one way
$42.66 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg47 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$22.36
$44.71
premium
$4.53
$24.01
$48.02
diesel
$5.61
$29.72
$59.44
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
40.4
0
$14.13
$6.46
Efficient EV
33.7
0
$11.78
$5.38
EV Truck/SUV
53.8
0
$18.84
$8.61
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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 13, 2026
Origin
South Jordan, UT
Night
in South Jordan on Saturday
Local time
10:37 PM
MDT
Current temp
37°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
N 2 to 7 mph84% 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
Aurora, UT
Night
in Aurora on Saturday
Local time
10:37 PM
MDT
Current temp
36°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
1 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
2h 23m 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
~17 min detour
$12
near mile 18.6
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 trip is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will spend 100% of your time on highways, with a significant 104.5-mile stretch on Veterans Memorial Highway forming the backbone of your journey. Because the route relies on local streets like State and Main, expect the driving experience to shift from faster highway speeds to more controlled, turn-intensive segments. Staying alert is key as you transition between these different road types. The overall feel is that of a direct, functional connection between two Utah communities, demanding steady focus throughout the duration.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.5 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from South Jordan, UT to Aurora, UT is easy. At 2h 23m with 1% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 106.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 106.9 miles (US 50): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
6,241 ft4,442 ft
Total Climb
2,264 ft
Total Descent
466 ft
Highest Point
6,241 ft
~125 mi in
Elevation Range
1,799 ft
Notable High Points
4,757 ft at ~9.6 miles+207 ft prominence
5,256 ft at ~76.9 miles+48 ft prominence
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 134.6 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 104.5 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 1.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 106.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 106.9 miles (US 50): Navigation decision point.
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 Aurora, UT before heading back.
