Traveling from South Jordan to Enterprise covers 278.1 miles across the beautiful Mountain West region of Utah. You should budget approximately 4 hours and 49 minutes of drive time, making this a manageable journey to complete in a single day. With fuel costs estimated at $44, it is a straightforward trip that fits well into a weekend itinerary. Your path primarily utilizes Veterans Memorial Highway, West 200 North, and Bench Road to navigate between these two communities. Since you are staying within the same state, the transition between these areas is seamless, though you should prepare for a significant stretch of highway driving before transitioning to more local roads.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
139 miles from South Jordan, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 18m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
234.7 mi
3h 51m
West 200 North
27.5 mi
32m
Bench Road
8.1 mi
12m
SR 18
2.7 mi
3m
200 North
1.4 mi
2m
10600 South
0.8 mi
1m
East Main Street
0.8 mi
1m
Main Street
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 234.7 mi, about 3h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Jordan, UT and Enterprise, 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
235 mi·3 hr 51 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward SR 56
8
Turn left onto SR 56
1.4 mi·2 min·200 North
9
Continue on SR 56
27 mi·32 min·West 200 North
10
Turn left onto Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Main Street
11
Continue on Bench Road
4.7 mi·6 min·Bench Road
12
Continue on Bench Road
3.5 mi·5 min·Bench Road
13
At end of road, turn left onto SR 18
2.7 mi·3 min·SR 18
14
Continue on SR 219
0.8 mi·1 min·East Main Street
15
Turn right onto 100 East
21 ft·1 sec·100 East
16
Arrive at destination
100 East
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 278.1-mile journey, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since the route is dominated by such a long initial highway stretch, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic periods on the main arterial roads. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the 234.7-mile primary leg, as services may be spaced out along this corridor. While the drive is easily doable in one day, the flexibility of a single-day trip means you can adjust your pace based on how you feel behind the wheel. Given the turn-heavy nature of the final approach into Enterprise, prioritize arriving during daylight hours to navigate the local roads with better visibility.
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 139 miles from South Jordan, UT, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 234.7 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 61 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 139 miles or 2h 18m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Enterprise, 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 278.1 miles and 4h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from South Jordan, 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 234.7 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 274.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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.
4
236.6 mi into trip|~3h 55m in
Take the exit toward SR 56
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward SR 56
4
236.9 mi into trip|~3h 55m in|SR 56 / 200 North
Turn left onto SR 56 / 200 North
Navigation decision point
4
265.8 mi into trip|~4h 30m in|Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
274.6 mi into trip|~4h 45m in|SR 18
At end of road, turn left onto SR 18
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.07 one way
$88.14 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg97 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$46.19
$92.39
premium
$4.53
$49.61
$99.22
diesel
$5.61
$61.40
$122.80
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 97.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
83.4
1
$29.20
$13.35
Efficient EV
69.5
0
$24.33
$11.12
EV Truck/SUV
111.2
1
$38.93
$17.80
Gas CO2
97 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Enterprise, UT
Night
in Enterprise on Saturday
Local time
10:37 PM
MDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Delta, UT
139 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 49m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 19.2
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...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
$10
near mile 230.1
Follow the paths where people have walked for thousands of years. Gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. Experience the tall, stretching walls...
27 mi from route
~68 min detour
$35
near mile 239.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a trip that is almost entirely highway-based, as 100% of this route consists of high-speed travel. The drive is defined by a massive, 234.7-mile uninterrupted stretch along Veterans Memorial Highway, which allows for consistent pacing before you reach the final segments. As you progress, the character of the journey shifts from a primary transit corridor into a turn-heavy local drive. You will need to stay alert during the latter portion of the trip, as the navigation requires more focus than the initial long-haul section. This combination of long, open stretches and more technical local roads keeps the experience engaging from start to finish.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 234.7 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 1.9 miles in near I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 49m 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 1.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 236.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 236.9 miles (SR 56 / 200 North): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
5,162 ft4,442 ft
Total Climb
720 ft
Total Descent
0 ft
Highest Point
5,162 ft
~59.6 mi in
Elevation Range
720 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 49m. Total distance: 278.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 234.7 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 1.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 236.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 236.9 miles (SR 56 / 200 North): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument, Cedar Breaks National Monument and Zion National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Enterprise, UT, but most travelers stay overnight.
