Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
52 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
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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Ogden, UT
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South Jordan, UT to Ogden, UT is 52 miles and takes about 59 minutes via Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick drive connects two points within the Mountain West region, specifically within Utah, making it a convenient local trip. The route primarily uses Veterans Memorial Highway and has a high highway share, suggesting a fairly direct path. Given its short duration and minimal stops, this is an easy same-day journey perfect for a quick errand or a scenic drive without a significant time commitment.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 47.6 mi | 50m |
| Wall Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| 10600 South | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 31st Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Jordan Parkway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 24th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 10515 South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 10400 South | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between South Jordan, UT and Ogden, UT.
Start on SR 151
Continue on SR 151
Continue on SR 151
Continue on SR 151
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
Take the exit
Turn right onto SR 79
Turn left onto SR 204
Turn right onto 24th Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 26 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 50 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward I 15 North: Salt Lake
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway toward Salt Lake City
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 79: 31st Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto SR 79 / 31st Street
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$8.24 one way
$16.48 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $8.64 | $17.27 |
| premium | $4.53 | $9.28 | $18.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.48 | $22.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.55 | $2.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.28 | $3.33 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in South Jordan on Tuesday
Local time
2:48 AM
MDT
Current temp
49°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Ogden on Tuesday
Local time
2:48 AM
MDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 52-mile trip, despite a high highway share of 100%. While Veterans Memorial Highway accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch at 47.6 miles, the overall profile indicates a need for attention to turns and local road navigation. This isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; rather, it's a route that will likely involve more dynamic driving with changes in road type and speed. Be prepared for a varied driving experience as you transition between the main highway and connecting local roads like Wall Avenue and 10600 South.
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.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 59m 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 1.7 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.
Founded 1846
Ogden is a historic railroad town in Utah's Wasatch Range.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 52 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m 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.
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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