Traveling from South Jordan to Hildale covers approximately 300.5 miles across the Mountain West region. You can expect a total drive time of about 5 hours and 11 minutes, making this a feasible one-day trip for most drivers. With a fuel budget of roughly $48, it is a straightforward journey that stays entirely within the state of Utah. You will navigate a combination of major thoroughfares and local connectors, including Veterans Memorial Highway, East 100 South, and SR 17. Because the trip is manageable in a single day, you have the flexibility to head out early and arrive by the afternoon without needing an overnight stay.
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
150.2 miles from South Jordan, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 29m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
265.8 mi
4h 20m
East 100 South
21.8 mi
27m
SR 17
8.7 mi
14m
West Utah Avenue
1.9 mi
4m
10600 South
0.8 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
— 265.8 mi, about 4h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Jordan, UT and Hildale, 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
266 mi·4 hr 20 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward SR 17: Toquerville, Hurricane
8
Turn left onto SR 17
8.7 mi·14 min·SR 17
9
Turn left onto South 100 East
0.1 mi·23 sec·South 100 East
10
Turn left onto SR 59
22 mi·27 min·East 100 South
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn left onto West Utah Avenue
1.9 mi·4 min·West Utah Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
East Utah Avenue
Trip Plan
Planning for this 300.5-mile drive is best handled by prioritizing an early morning departure to avoid peak traffic. Since the route includes only one planned stop, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting the road to keep your costs near the $48 estimate. Because the final portion of the drive is turn-heavy, pace yourself carefully to avoid fatigue during the transition from the long Veterans Memorial Highway stretch. Take advantage of the single stop to stretch your legs and reset your focus before tackling the local roads leading into Hildale. A smart tip is to check the specific turn requirements for SR 17 ahead of time, as the local road character can be more demanding than the initial highway miles.
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 150.2 miles from South Jordan, UT, or about 2h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 265.8 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 66 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 150.2 miles or 2h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hildale, 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.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 300.5 miles and 5h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 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 265.8 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 1.6 and 276.7 — 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.
5
267.7 mi into trip|~4h 24m in
Take the exit toward SR 17: Toquerville, Hurricane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 17: Toquerville, Hurricane
4
268 mi into trip|~4h 25m in|SR 17
Turn left onto SR 17
Navigation decision point
6
276.7 mi into trip|~4h 39m in|SR 59 / East 100 South
Turn left onto SR 59 / East 100 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.62 one way
$95.24 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg105 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$49.91
$99.83
premium
$4.53
$53.60
$107.21
diesel
$5.61
$66.35
$132.69
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
90.1
1
$31.55
$14.42
Efficient EV
75.1
0
$26.29
$12.02
EV Truck/SUV
120.2
1
$42.07
$19.23
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% 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
Evening
in South Jordan on Saturday
Local time
7:27 PM
MDT
Current temp
37°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
N 2 to 7 mph84% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Hildale, UT
Evening
in Hildale on Saturday
Local time
7:27 PM
MDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Fillmore, UT
150 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
5 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 11m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a trip defined by a significant, high-speed initial leg followed by more technical, turn-heavy local driving. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the Veterans Memorial Highway, which accounts for a 265.8-mile stretch of the journey. As you transition toward your destination, the experience shifts from a steady interstate pace to a more winding route that requires your full attention. With only 3% of the total distance categorized as highway, the final segments demand a more cautious approach to navigation. Prepare for a stark change in road texture as you move from the long, straightaways of the highway into the more intricate local road network.
Only 3% 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: 265.8 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 1.6 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 5h 11m 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 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 267.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
6,486 ft3,843 ft
Total Climb
2,240 ft
Total Descent
2,839 ft
Highest Point
6,486 ft
~171.7 mi in
Elevation Range
2,643 ft
Notable High Points
5,255 ft at ~85.8 miles+124 ft prominence
6,486 ft at ~171.7 miles+42 ft prominence
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 Hildale, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Hurricane along the way.
Hurricane
267.7 mi in|~4h 24m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 11m. Total distance: 300.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 265.8 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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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 267.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.2 hours each way, a round trip means 10.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Hildale, UT before the return drive.
