Origin
South Ogden, UT
Night in South Ogden on Saturday
Local time
10:38 PM
MDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Ogden, UT to Millcreek, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
39.4 mi
63 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Ogden, UT
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Millcreek, UT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from South Ogden to Millcreek, expect a direct 39.4-mile journey that typically takes about 47 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it is short enough to avoid the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Washington Boulevard, US 89, and the Veterans Memorial Highway. Budgeting approximately $6 for fuel is sufficient for the transit, making this a very economical commute within the Mountain West region. Since both the origin and destination are located in Utah, you will remain within the same state throughout the entire drive. It is a straightforward, practical run that connects two local hubs without requiring extensive travel logistics.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Boulevard | 15.6 mi | 19m |
| US 89 | 11 mi | 12m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 8.2 mi | 8m |
| 700 East | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 2 mi | 2m |
| 3900 South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 39th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Washington Boulevard
— 15.6 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Ogden, UT and Millcreek, UT.
1
Start on 39th Street
52 ft
·
4 sec
·
39th Street
2
Turn right onto US 89
16 mi
·
19 min
·
Washington Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US 89
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
8.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 125
Toward SR 71: 700 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
345 ft
·
8 sec
8
Turn slight right onto SR 71
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
700 East
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn right onto 3900 South
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
3900 South
Use the left lane.
10
Arrive at destination
3900 South
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.7 miles from South Ogden, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 36.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 89 / Washington Boulevard
Turn right onto US 89 / Washington Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
15.6 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
US 89
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
26.6 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
34.8 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
36.8 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward SR 71: 700 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 125
Toward SR 71: 700 East
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.24 one way
$12.49 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $6.54 | $13.09 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.03 | $14.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.70 | $17.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.14 | $1.89 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.45 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Millcreek, UT
Night in Millcreek on Saturday
Local time
10:38 PM
MDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
65°F
Farmington, UT
20 mi in
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
47m 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 balances short highway bursts with more frequent surface street navigation. Only 28% of this 39.4-mile route takes place on highways, meaning you will spend the majority of your time on local roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 15.6 miles spent on Washington Boulevard, providing a brief period of consistent momentum. As you transition between the various roads, the driving environment shifts from standard boulevard traffic to the flow of the Veterans Memorial Highway. Keep in mind that this is not a monotonous interstate grind; instead, it is a dynamic route that requires you to stay alert through frequent turns and varying road types.
Only 28% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.6 mi on Washington Boulevard.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 89 / Washington Boulevard.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 39.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 47m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 89 / Washington Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.6 miles (US 89): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.6 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
4,908 ft
4,222 ft
Total Climb
857 ft
Total Descent
1,022 ft
Highest Point
4,908 ft
~8.4 mi in
Elevation Range
686 ft
Notable High Points
4,794 ft at ~2.8 miles
+253 ft prominence
4,908 ft at ~8.4 miles
+125 ft prominence
4,305 ft at ~25.3 miles
+13 ft prominence
About the Cities
Arriving in Millcreek, UT
Full guide →Millcreek is a city in Wasatch Range of Utah.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 39.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.6 miles on Washington Boulevard. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Millcreek, UT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: near the start (US 89 / Washington Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.6 miles (US 89): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.6 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): 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 Millcreek, 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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