If you are planning a trip from South Jordan to Monroe, expect a journey covering 161.8 miles that typically takes about 2 hours and 55 minutes. This route is perfectly manageable as a one-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You will navigate a combination of Veterans Memorial Highway, State Street, and I-70 to complete the trek. Budget roughly $26 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Mountain West locations. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive, it offers a different pace than a standard interstate cruise. Whether you are heading out for a quick getaway or visiting family, this drive provides a straightforward, efficient path across the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
80.9 miles from South Jordan, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 22m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
104.5 mi
1h 44m
State Street
24.4 mi
29m
I 70
16.5 mi
15m
Main Street
4.2 mi
6m
SR 118
3.7 mi
5m
SR 24
2.4 mi
2m
West Main Street
1.3 mi
2m
10600 South
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 104.5 mi, about 1h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Jordan, UT and Monroe, UT.
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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
105 mi·1 hr 44 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·29 sec
Exit 188Toward US 50 East: Scipio
8
Turn left onto US 50
0.7 mi·1 min·US 50
9
Turn right onto US 50
24 mi·29 min·State Street
Use the right lane.
10
Turn right onto SR 260
4.2 mi·6 min·Main Street
11
At end of road, turn right onto SR 24
2.4 mi·2 min·SR 24
12
Turn right onto SR 259
0.3 mi·30 sec·SR 259
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward I 70 West: Richfield
14
Merge onto I 70; US 89
16 mi·15 min·I 70; US 89
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Toward Elsinore, Monroe
16
Turn left onto SR 258
309 ft·5 sec·Elsinore Road
17
Continue on SR 258
1.3 mi·2 min·West Main Street
18
Turn right onto West 3000 North
0.5 mi·1 min·West 3000 North
19
Turn right onto SR 118
3.7 mi·5 min·SR 118
20
Turn left onto East 100 South
169 ft·7 sec·East 100 South
21
Arrive at destination
East 100 South
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is key to making this 2-hour and 55-minute drive as smooth as possible. Since you have one scheduled stop along the way, use that time to stretch and refuel before finishing the final leg of the trip. The manageable duration gives you plenty of flexibility to leave at a time that works best for your personal schedule. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of this route means you should stay alert, especially during the local road portions. Prioritize keeping your fuel levels monitored, and remember that the $26 estimate is a solid baseline for your travel budget; always keep a little extra set aside for potential detours or local traffic.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 80.9 miles from South Jordan, UT, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 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 36 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.9 miles or 1h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Monroe, 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 161.8 miles and 2h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 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 104.5 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 155.7 — 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.
5
106.5 mi into trip|~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward US 50 East: Scipio
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 188
Toward US 50 East: Scipio
6
107.6 mi into trip|~1h 50m in|US 50 / State Street
Turn right onto US 50 / State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
138.8 mi into trip|~2h 29m in
Take the exit toward I 70 West: Richfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 70 West: Richfield
5
155.7 mi into trip|~2h 45m in
Take the exit toward Elsinore, Monroe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Elsinore, Monroe
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.64 one way
$51.28 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg57 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$26.88
$53.75
premium
$4.53
$28.86
$57.73
diesel
$5.61
$35.72
$71.45
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
48.5
0
$16.99
$7.77
Efficient EV
40.5
0
$14.16
$6.47
EV Truck/SUV
64.7
0
$22.65
$10.36
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (67% 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 13, 2026
Origin
South Jordan, UT
Night
in South Jordan on Saturday
Local time
10:34 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
Monroe, UT
Night
in Monroe on Saturday
Local time
10:34 PM
MDT
Current temp
33°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 6 to 22 mph43% 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
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
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
2h 55m 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.
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 16.7
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a varied driving experience that transitions from local roads to more open stretches. With only 15% of the trip spent on highways, you will spend most of your time navigating local paths and turn-heavy segments that demand your full attention. Your longest uninterrupted stint behind the wheel will be the 104.5-mile stretch along Veterans Memorial Highway. The personality of this drive shifts noticeably as you move away from the city grid and settle into the local roads that define the route. This isn't a mindless interstate grind, so be prepared for a more interactive, hands-on experience as you handle the turns throughout the journey.
Only 15% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.5 mi on Veterans Memorial 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 Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 55m drive. You will face about 14 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 106.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 107.6 miles (US 50 / State Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
5,395 ft4,442 ft
Total Climb
1,125 ft
Total Descent
180 ft
Highest Point
5,395 ft
~150.2 mi in
Elevation Range
952 ft
Notable High Points
4,646 ft at ~23.1 miles+142 ft prominence
5,027 ft at ~57.8 miles+31 ft prominence
5,395 ft at ~150.2 miles+8 ft prominence
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 55m. Total distance: 161.8 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 104.5 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 106.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 107.6 miles (US 50 / State Street): 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 Monroe, UT before heading back.
