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Trip from South Jordan, UT to Mona, UT

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 9m

Distance

63.5 mi

102 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min
4 AM
1h 4m ★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Salt Lake County, Utah, United States

South Jordan, UT

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city in Juab County, Utah, United States

Mona, UT

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a quick excursion through the Mountain West, the 63.5-mile journey from South Jordan to Mona is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 9 minutes. You will primarily navigate via Veterans Memorial Highway, 10600 South, and East 300 North Street to complete the transit. Because the entire route is highway-based, it is ideally suited for a simple day trip, allowing you to reach your destination and return without needing an overnight stay. Budgeting approximately $10 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the drive. Whether you are heading out for business or a brief change of scenery, this route offers a practical and efficient connection between these two Utah locations.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway 59.9 mi 1h 2m
10600 South 0.8 mi 1m
East 300 North Street 0.6 mi 1m
200 North 0.5 mi 1m
South Jordan Parkway 0.5 mi <1m
10515 South 0.2 mi <1m
Main Street 0.2 mi <1m
10400 South 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Veterans Memorial Highway — 59.9 mi, about 1h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between South Jordan, UT and Mona, 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

60 mi · 1 hr 2 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 46 sec
Exit 233 Toward SR 54 West: Mona
8

Turn right onto SR 54

0.6 mi · 1 min · East 300 North Street
9

Continue on SR 54

0.5 mi · 1 min · 200 North
10

Turn left onto Main Street

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Main Street
11

Turn right onto Center Street

75 ft · 2 sec · Center Street
12

Arrive at destination

Center Street

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Utah County, Utah, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Vineyard, UT

32 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

Lehi, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Provo, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 31.8 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 6

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 63.5 — 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.
5
61.8 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in

Take the exit toward SR 54 West: Mona

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 233 Toward SR 54 West: Mona
4
62.2 mi into trip | ~1h 6m in | SR 54 / East 300 North Street

Turn right onto SR 54 / East 300 North Street

Navigation decision point

4
63.3 mi into trip | ~1h 8m in | Main Street

Turn left onto Main Street

Navigation decision point

5
63.5 mi into trip | ~1h 9m in | Center Street

Turn right onto Center Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.06 one way

$20.13 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 22 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $10.55 $21.10
premium $4.53 $11.33 $22.65
diesel $5.61 $14.02 $28.04

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$10

Estimated CO2 emission: 22.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 19.1 0 $6.67 $3.05
Efficient EV 15.9 0 $5.56 $2.54
EV Truck/SUV 25.4 0 $8.89 $4.06

Gas CO2

22 kg

EV CO2

7 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.

Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026

Origin

South Jordan, UT

Late night in South Jordan on Sunday

Local time

1:57 AM

MDT

Current temp

68°F

Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

S 23 mph 60% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 11 at 9:51PM MDT until April 12 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 11 at 9:51PM MDT until April 12 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

Destination

Mona, UT

Late night in Mona on Sunday

Local time

1:57 AM

MDT

Current temp

64°F

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SSW 15 to 25 mph 46% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 11 at 9:51PM MDT until April 12 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 11 at 9:51PM MDT until April 12 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

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

4 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 9m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate through the transition from South Jordan to Mona. The route is defined by a 100% highway share, ensuring you spend the vast majority of your time on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your journey on the Veterans Memorial Highway, which accounts for a 59.9-mile stretch of the trip. While the road is consistent, the combination of highway speeds and local navigation keeps the experience engaging rather than monotonous. You will find that the personality of the road shifts as you move away from the suburban density of South Jordan and transition into the more rural landscape surrounding Mona.

Only 1% 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: 59.9 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from South Jordan, UT to Mona, UT is easy. At 1h 9m with 1% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

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 61.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 62.2 miles (SR 54 / East 300 North Street): Navigation decision point.

Elevation Profile

High-altitude sections with notable climbs

5,128 ft 4,436 ft

Total Climb

1,032 ft

Total Descent

502 ft

Highest Point

5,128 ft

~59 mi in

Elevation Range

693 ft

Notable High Points

4,797 ft at ~9.1 miles +166 ft prominence
4,614 ft at ~22.7 miles +43 ft prominence
5,128 ft at ~59 miles +127 ft prominence

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 63.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (1%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 59.9 miles on Veterans Memorial 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 61.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 62.2 miles (SR 54 / East 300 North Street): Navigation decision point.

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 Mona, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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