Origin
South Jordan, UT
Late night in South Jordan on Tuesday
Local time
2:07 AM
MDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Jordan, UT to Daniel, 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
59m
Distance
48.2 mi
78 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Jordan, UT
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Daniel, UT
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Trip Overview
South Jordan, UT to Daniel, UT is 48.2 miles and takes about 59 minutes via Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This relatively short trip stays within the Mountain West region, specifically within Utah. Expect a drive that involves frequent turns, making it feel more like navigating local roads than a high-speed interstate journey. It’s a quick hop that’s ideal if you’re looking for a straightforward drive with minimal time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 21.3 mi | 22m |
| Provo Canyon Road | 17.1 mi | 19m |
| Canyon Parkway | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| West 3000 South | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| US Highway 189 | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| 10600 South | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Jordan Parkway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 10515 South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 21.3 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Jordan, UT and Daniel, 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
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 272
Toward SR 52: 800 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Toward SR 52 East: Provo Canyon, Sundance
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on SR 52
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Canyon Parkway
Use the left lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Toward US 189: Heber City, Midway
11
Merge onto US 189
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Provo Canyon Road
12
Continue on US Highway 189
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 189
13
Turn right onto West 3000 South
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
West 3000 South
14
Arrive at destination
West 3000 South
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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.
Pacing Suggestions
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 27.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
1.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
Navigation decision point
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
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.
7
23.3 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward SR 52: 800 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 272
Toward SR 52: 800 North
9
23.5 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 52 East: Provo Canyon, Sundance
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 52 East: Provo Canyon, Sundance
6
27.3 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 189: Heber City, Midway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 189: Heber City, Midway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.64 one way
$15.28 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $8.01 | $16.01 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.60 | $17.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.64 | $21.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.06 | $2.31 |
| Efficient EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.22 | $1.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.75 | $3.08 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Daniel, UT
Late night in Daniel on Tuesday
Local time
2:07 AM
MDT
Current temp
56°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
6 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
59m 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 leans heavily towards local driving, with a "Turn-heavy local drive" profile. Only about 12% of the journey is on highways, meaning you'll be navigating through communities for much of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 21.3 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience, shifting from potentially faster highway segments to slower, more intricate local road navigation as you proceed.
Only 12% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.3 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 48.2 miles you will encounter 7 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: at 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between South Jordan, UT and Daniel, UT, road signs point toward Sundance and Midway.
Sundance
23.5 mi in
|
~26m
Midway
27.3 mi in
|
~33m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 48.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.3 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Daniel, UT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Daniel, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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