Origin
South Jordan, UT
Late night in South Jordan on Tuesday
Local time
3:31 AM
MDT
Current temp
62°F
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Live forecast
Trip from South Jordan, UT to Orangeville, 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
2h 51m
Distance
136.5 mi
220 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 40m
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6 AM
2h 51m
8 AM
3h 13m
10 AM
2h 59m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 0m
5 PM
3h 12m
8 PM
2h 45m
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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Orangeville, UT
Ankit Bisht
Trip Overview
South Jordan, UT to Orangeville, UT is 136.5 miles and takes about 2h 51m via Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway and Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Mountain West region, moving from one part of Utah to another. You'll primarily be on surface roads, so expect a more relaxed pace than a pure interstate cruise. With a single recommended stop and a duration under three hours, this is a straightforward drive perfect for a day trip or an easy transition between locations.
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
68.3 miles from South Jordan, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 63 mi | 1h 15m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 35.1 mi | 37m |
| South Carbon Avenue | 26.6 mi | 38m |
| SR 29 | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| US 6 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| 10600 South | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| South Jordan Parkway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
— 63 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Jordan, UT and Orangeville, 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
30 mi
·
36 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
15
Turn right onto SR 10
27 mi
·
38 min
·
South Carbon Avenue
16
Turn right onto SR 29
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
SR 29
17
At end of road, turn left onto North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
North Main Street
18
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
For this 2h 51m drive, leaving in the morning gives you plenty of daylight to reach Orangeville, UT. With only one recommended stop and a total distance of 136.5 miles, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially with a budget around $22, as services might be more spread out on the surface road portions. The longest stretch on the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway is a good opportunity to make good time, but be ready to slow down as you enter more populated areas or transition to Veterans Memorial Highway and South Carbon Avenue.
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 68.3 miles from South Jordan, UT, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63 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 30 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.3 miles or 1h 19m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orangeville, 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 136.5 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 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 Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway for about 63 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 68.3 miles from South Jordan, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63 miles.
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 95 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 132.2 — 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
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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
4
132.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 43m in
|
SR 29
Turn right onto SR 29
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.63 one way
$43.26 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $22.67 | $45.35 |
| premium | $4.53 | $24.35 | $48.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.14 | $60.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.33 | $6.55 |
| Efficient EV | 34.1 | 0 | $11.94 | $5.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.6 | 0 | $19.11 | $8.74 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Destination
Orangeville, UT
Late night in Orangeville on Tuesday
Local time
3:31 AM
MDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Fairview, UT
68 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
2 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 51m 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
~17 min detour
$12
near mile 18.8
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?
This route is mostly surface roads, with only about 6% of the drive on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 63 miles on the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, offering a good amount of uninterrupted driving. Beyond that, expect to navigate through towns and rural areas on Veterans Memorial Highway and South Carbon Avenue. The profile suggests you'll experience more varied road conditions and potentially lower speed limits as you leave the more direct highway segments.
Only 6% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63 mi on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 136.5 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
7,305 ft
4,442 ft
Total Climb
3,302 ft
Total Descent
1,977 ft
Highest Point
7,305 ft
~78 mi in
Elevation Range
2,862 ft
Notable High Points
4,735 ft at ~9.8 miles
+203 ft prominence
7,305 ft at ~78 miles
+389 ft prominence
5,818 ft at ~117 miles
+36 ft prominence
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 Orangeville, 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 2h 51m. Total distance: 136.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (6%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 63 miles on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric 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 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 Orangeville, 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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