Origin
South Jordan, UT
Late night in South Jordan on Sunday
Local time
4:22 AM
MDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Jordan, UT to West Valley City, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
19m
Distance
12.5 mi
20 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
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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West Valley City, UT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between South Jordan and West Valley City, you are in for a quick 13.8-mile journey that typically takes about 24 minutes. This local route stays entirely within the Mountain West region of Utah, making it a straightforward drive that is easily completed in a single day. You will not need an overnight stay for this short trip, which is budget-friendly with an estimated fuel cost of just $2. Because the route relies on local infrastructure like 10400 South and South Jordan Parkway, it is best viewed as a functional transit rather than a scenic getaway. Whether you are commuting or running errands, this trip offers a simple, reliable connection between the two cities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bangerter Highway | 7.8 mi | 8m |
| 10400 South | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| South Jordan Parkway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 4100 South | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Miners Mile | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Atlas Way | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 4400 West | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Volta Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Bangerter Highway
— 7.8 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Jordan, UT and West Valley City, UT.
1
Start on SR 151
139 ft
·
10 sec
·
10400 South
2
Continue on SR 151
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
10400 South
3
Continue on SR 151
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
South Jordan Parkway
4
Continue on SR 151
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
10400 South
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on SR 151
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Miners Mile
6
Continue on SR 151
506 ft
·
12 sec
·
10400 South
7
Continue on SR 151
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Miners Mile
8
Continue on SR 151
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
10400 South
9
Turn straight onto SR 151
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
South Jordan Parkway
10
Continue on SR 151
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
10400 South
11
Continue on SR 151
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
South Jordan Parkway
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward SR 154
Use the right lane.
13
Merge onto SR 154
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Bangerter Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
15
Turn left onto 4100 South
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
4100 South
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto 4400 West
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
4400 West
17
Turn left onto Volta Avenue
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Volta Avenue
18
Turn right onto Atlas Way
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlas Way
19
Arrive at destination
Atlas Way
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 2.5 and 11.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward SR 154
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward SR 154
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
SR 154 / Bangerter Highway
Merge onto SR 154 / Bangerter Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
10.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
4100 South
Turn left onto 4100 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
11.6 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
4400 West
Turn right onto 4400 West
Navigation decision point
5
11.9 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
Volta Avenue
Turn left onto Volta Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.98 one way
$3.96 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $2.08 | $4.15 |
| premium | $4.53 | $2.23 | $4.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.76 | $5.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.31 | $0.60 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.09 | $0.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
West Valley City, UT
Late night in West Valley City on Sunday
Local time
4:22 AM
MDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
19m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged with frequent navigation rather than long, monotonous stretches. You will find zero highway miles on this journey, meaning your pace will be dictated by local traffic and intersection management. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on 10400 South, emphasizing the stop-and-go nature of this route. As you transition from South Jordan through the local network including Miners Mile, the road demands your full attention to navigate the various turns. It is a practical, urban-style drive that prioritizes connectivity over high-speed cruising.
Only 7% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.8 mi on Bangerter 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 2.5 miles in.
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 12.5 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 2.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (SR 154 / Bangerter Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles (4100 South): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 19m. Total distance: 12.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (7%). 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 7.8 miles on Bangerter 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 2.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (SR 154 / Bangerter Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles (4100 South): 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 West Valley City, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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