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 Helper, 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
1h 56m
Distance
97.7 mi
157 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 48m
★
6 AM
1h 56m
8 AM
2h 13m
10 AM
2h 2m
12 PM
2h 1m
3 PM
2h 3m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 51m
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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Helper, UT
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Trip Overview
This 97.7-mile drive from South Jordan, UT to Helper, UT takes about 1 hour and 56 minutes and is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You'll primarily navigate on Veterans Memorial Highway and US 6, with a significant portion also using the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. With an estimated fuel cost of around $15, this route offers a straightforward journey within the Mountain West region. The overall feel is that of a local drive with plenty of turns, making it an engaging experience for a day out.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.9 miles from South Jordan, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 54.6 mi | 1h 5m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 35.1 mi | 37m |
| US 6 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| 10600 South | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Jordan Parkway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 10515 South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
— 54.6 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Jordan, UT and Helper, 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
35 mi
·
37 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 257B-A
Toward US 6 East, SR 156: Spanish Fork, Main Street, Price
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 257B
Toward US 6 East: Price
Use the straight lane.
9
Merge
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Toward US 6 East: Price
10
Continue on US 6
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
US 6
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 6
33 mi
·
39 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
12
Continue on US 6
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
·
State Street
13
Continue on US 6
21 mi
·
26 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Toward US 6 BUS, US 191 BUS
15
Turn left onto US 6 BUS; US 191 BUS
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
16
Arrive at destination
US 6 BUS; US 191 BUS
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 56-minute duration for this 97.7-mile trip, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. There are no specific stops recommended, so feel free to take breaks as needed, especially since the longest stretch on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway is over 50 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel, with an estimated cost of $15, and ensure you're comfortable with the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile before you set out. A practical tip is to download offline maps, as cell service can be spotty on less-traveled state highways.
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 48.9 miles from South Jordan, UT, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.6 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 21 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.9 miles or 56m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Helper, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 97.7 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from South Jordan, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway for about 54.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.9 miles from South Jordan, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 1.9 and 96.8 — 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.
8
37 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward US 6 East, SR 156: Spanish Fork, Main Street, Price
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 257B-A
Toward US 6 East, SR 156: Spanish Fork, Main St...
8
37.4 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 6 East: Price
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Exit 257B
Toward US 6 East: Price
5
37.6 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Merge toward US 6 East: Price
Merge point - match speed before joining
Toward US 6 East: Price
5
96.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m in
Take the exit toward US 6 BUS, US 191 BUS
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 6 BUS, US 191 BUS
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.48 one way
$30.96 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $16.23 | $32.46 |
| premium | $4.53 | $17.43 | $34.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.57 | $43.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.26 | $4.69 |
| Efficient EV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.55 | $3.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.1 | 0 | $13.68 | $6.25 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Helper, UT
Late night in Helper on Tuesday
Local time
2:07 AM
MDT
Current temp
59°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
3 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 56m 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...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
$12
near mile 20.2
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' personality for this trip, with only 4% of the route being on major highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 54.6 miles along the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. This suggests a route that likely winds through varied terrain and communities, rather than a high-speed, straight-line journey. The road character will likely shift as you progress, offering a dynamic driving experience.
Only 4% 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: 54.6 mi on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
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 Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 56m 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 37 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
On the drive from South Jordan, UT to Helper, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Price along the way.
Price
37 mi in
|
~41m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 97.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (4%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.6 miles on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric 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: at 1.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Helper, 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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