South Jordan, UT to Garland, UT is 89.9 miles and takes about 1h 38m via Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Mountain West region of Utah, offering a straightforward drive. Given its relatively short distance and duration, it's a perfect candidate for a same-day excursion. You'll primarily navigate surface roads for much of the way, making it a relaxed option for a quick trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.9 miles from South Jordan, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 49m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
82.2 mi
1h 25m
North 5200 West
4 mi
5m
10600 South
0.9 mi
1m
Factory Street
0.7 mi
1m
South Jordan Parkway
0.5 mi
<1m
12800 North
0.3 mi
<1m
10515 South
0.2 mi
<1m
North East Garland Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 82.2 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Jordan, UT and Garland, 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
0.9 mi·1 min·10600 South
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt LakeUse the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 15
30 mi·32 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward Salt Lake CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
52 mi·53 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Exit 376Toward SR 13: Tremonton, Garland
9
Turn right onto I 15 Bus; I 84 Bus; SR 13
4.0 mi·5 min·North 5200 West
Use the right lane.
10
Turn slight right onto North East Garland Road
0.2 mi·42 sec·North East Garland Road
11
At end of road, turn left onto 12800 North
0.3 mi·32 sec·12800 North
12
Continue on SR 82
0.7 mi·1 min·Factory Street
13
Arrive at destination
SR 82
Trip Plan
With a drive time under two hours and a fuel cost around $14, this route offers a lot of flexibility. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid any potential rush hour congestion in the South Jordan area. Because the drive is short, you won't need to plan for multiple extended stops, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always wise, especially as the route transitions away from major highways. You should feel comfortable completing this drive in a single day with ease.
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 44.9 miles from South Jordan, UT, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.2 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 20 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.9 miles or 49m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Garland, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from South Jordan, UT
This is one driving day of about 89.9 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 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 82.2 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 84.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.7 mi into trip|~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 15 North: Salt Lake
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake
6
2.1 mi into trip|~3m in|I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway toward Salt Lake City
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Salt Lake City
6
31.9 mi into trip|~35m in|I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
84.3 mi into trip|~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward SR 13: Tremonton, Garland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 376
Toward SR 13: Tremonton, Garland
6
84.7 mi into trip|~1h 30m in|I 15 Bus; I 84 Bus; SR 13 / North 5200 West
Turn right onto I 15 Bus; I 84 Bus; SR 13 / North 5200 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.25 one way
$28.49 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$14.93
$29.87
premium
$4.53
$16.04
$32.07
diesel
$5.61
$19.85
$39.70
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27
0
$9.44
$4.32
Efficient EV
22.5
0
$7.87
$3.60
EV Truck/SUV
36
0
$12.59
$5.75
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
South Jordan, UT
Late night
in South Jordan on Tuesday
Local time
3:47 AM
MDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Garland, UT
Late night
in Garland on Tuesday
Local time
3:47 AM
MDT
Current temp
38°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
24 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
1h 38m 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.
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...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
$12
near mile 3.1
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
One of the greatest technological achievements of the 19th century is the completion of the first transcontinental railroad across the United States. Visitors to the park can see the location of the L...
21 mi from route
~51 min detour
$20
near mile 89.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly surface roads, with Veterans Memorial Highway accounting for the longest continuous stretch at 82.2 miles. You'll spend the majority of your time on roads like North 5200 West and 10600 South after leaving the main highway. Expect a more urban feel merging onto the highway initially, transitioning to more open cruising as you proceed.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 82.2 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 1.7 miles in.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 38m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 38m. Total distance: 89.9 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 82.2 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 20 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument and Golden Spike National Historical Park. 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 Garland, UT before heading back.
