Origin
Taylorsville, UT
Late night in Taylorsville on Sunday
Local time
3:55 AM
MDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
25m
Distance
21.1 mi
34 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
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.
Taylorsville, UT
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Centerville, UT
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Spanning just 21.1 miles, the drive from Taylorsville to Centerville is a quick 25-minute journey through the Mountain West. Because of the short distance, this trip is easily managed as a simple day outing that requires no overnight stops. You will primarily navigate via I-215 North, the Belt Route, and Veterans Memorial Highway to reach your destination. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $3, it is an incredibly economical route to traverse. This path serves as a straightforward connection within Utah, making it a functional choice for commuters or those heading north for the day. Whether you are running errands or meeting friends, the brevity of the trip ensures you spend more time at your destination than behind the wheel.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Belt Route | 13 mi | 13m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 5.5 mi | 5m |
| Parrish Lane | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| 4700 South | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North 400 East | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 100 North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Taylorsville, UT and Centerville, UT.
Start on SR 266
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 215
Keep slight right at fork onto I 215
Merge onto I 15
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto SR 105
Turn right onto North 400 East
Turn left onto 100 North
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 19.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward I 215 North
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 215 / Belt Route
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 215 / Belt Route
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 105: Parrish Lane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 105 East: Parrish Lane East, Centerville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$3.34 one way
$6.69 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $3.50 | $7.01 |
| premium | $4.53 | $3.76 | $7.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.66 | $9.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.22 | $1.01 |
| Efficient EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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 Taylorsville on Sunday
Local time
3:55 AM
MDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Centerville on Sunday
Local time
3:55 AM
MDT
Current temp
65°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
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you transition between these urban corridors. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route requires your full attention as you shift between the Belt Route and local highway segments. Since 0% of the route is classified as a dedicated highway share, you will spend your time navigating through the local infrastructure of the region. There is no single longest uninterrupted stretch, as the road character demands frequent adjustments and navigation through various interchanges. You will find that the personality of the drive is practical and functional rather than scenic, keeping you engaged with the flow of local traffic.
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 around 0.6 miles in.
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 10 decision points packed into just 21.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 25m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (I 215 / Belt Route): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.7 miles (I 215 / Belt Route): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
254 ft
Total Descent
186 ft
Highest Point
4,368 ft
~21.1 mi in
Elevation Range
149 ft
Notable High Points
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 21.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m 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.
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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