Origin
Spring City, UT
Late night in Spring City on Tuesday
Local time
4:17 AM
MDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Spring City, UT to Orem, 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
1h 27m
Distance
69 mi
111 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spring City, UT
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Orem, UT
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Trip Overview
This 69-mile drive from Spring City, UT to Orem, UT takes approximately 1 hour and 27 minutes and is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You'll navigate a mix of roads, including Highway 89 and Veterans Memorial Highway, with about 47% of the journey on higher-speed roads. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this is an economical option for exploring the Mountain West region within Utah. The route offers a straightforward connection between these two communities, making it a practical choice for a quick journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 89 | 29.2 mi | 35m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 12.5 mi | 13m |
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 10.5 mi | 12m |
| South Main | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| East US-6 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| South State Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| West Center Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Highway 89
— 29.2 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spring City, UT and Orem, UT.
1
Start on SR 117
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 89
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Highway 89
3
Continue on US 89
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
South State Street
4
Continue on US 89
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
South Main
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 89
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
State Street
6
Continue on US 89
28 mi
·
34 min
·
Highway 89
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 89
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 6
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East US-6
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on US 6
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 15
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 271
Toward Orem, Center Street
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
448 ft
·
12 sec
Use the right lane.
14
Turn straight onto West Center Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Center Street
15
Continue on East Center Street
223 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Center Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
16
Turn right
173 ft
·
13 sec
17
Turn sharp right onto US 89
135 ft
·
7 sec
·
State Street
18
Arrive at destination
US 89
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.5 miles from Spring City, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 40.2 and 67.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
40.2 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
US 6; US 89 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 89 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
54.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
5
54.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m 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.
8
67.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward Orem, Center Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 271
Toward Orem, Center Street
7
67.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.93 one way
$21.87 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $11.46 | $22.92 |
| premium | $4.53 | $12.31 | $24.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.23 | $30.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.24 | $3.31 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.04 | $2.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.66 | $4.42 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Orem, UT
Late night in Orem on Tuesday
Local time
4:17 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°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
3 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
1h 27m 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 mixed drive on this route, blending faster highway sections with more local road travel. Highway 89 accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch at 29.2 miles, offering a consistent pace. As you progress, the character of the drive will evolve, shifting between open highway and potentially more varied terrain as you approach Orem. With 47% of the drive on highways, you'll experience periods of efficient travel interspersed with more community-focused stretches.
47% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.2 mi on Highway 89.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 40.2 miles in near US 6; US 89 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69 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 40.2 miles (US 6; US 89 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 54.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.6 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Orem, UT
Full guide →Orem is a city in Utah's Wasatch Range.
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 1h 27m. Total distance: 69 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (47%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.2 miles on Highway 89. 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 Orem, 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: at 40.2 miles (US 6; US 89 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 54.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.6 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Orem, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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