Origin
Tooele, UT
Morning in Tooele on Sunday
Local time
8:17 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
1h 3m
Distance
54.3 mi
87 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
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.
Tooele, UT
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Layton, UT
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This 53.7-mile drive from Tooele, UT to Layton, UT is a straightforward 53-minute trip that's perfect for a single day. You'll primarily navigate local roads and I-80 East, with a 0% highway share, indicating a more local feel. The estimated fuel cost is around $9, making it an economical journey. This route is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to focus on your destination without needing an overnight stop. It stays within the Mountain West region, offering a consistent regional experience.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 17.8 mi | 17m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 16.1 mi | 17m |
| Main Street | 11.8 mi | 17m |
| Belt Route | 6.4 mi | 6m |
| Gentile Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Layton Parkway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Vine Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Tooele, UT and Layton, UT.
Start on Vine Street
Turn right onto SR 36
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 36
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 80
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 215
Keep slight right at fork onto I 215
Merge onto I 15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn slight left onto SR 126
Turn right onto SR 126
Turn left onto Gentile Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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.
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 27.2 miles from Tooele, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 53.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto SR 36 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 215: Ogden, Provo, Belt Route
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 215 North: Ogden
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 126 North: Layton Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward Layton Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$8.60 one way
$17.21 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $9.02 | $18.04 |
| premium | $4.53 | $9.69 | $19.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.99 | $23.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.70 | $2.61 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.75 | $2.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.60 | $3.48 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Morning in Tooele on Sunday
Local time
8:17 AM
MDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Layton on Sunday
Local time
8:17 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 on this route, rather than a monotonous interstate grind. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating surface streets and local thoroughfares for the entire 53.7 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the 'Turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests frequent intersections and changes in direction. This means you'll need to stay alert and engaged behind the wheel, as the road's character is defined by its frequent transitions and city-like feel.
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 SR 36 / Main Street.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.3 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (SR 36 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Tooele, UT and Layton, UT, road signs point toward Provo and Belt Route.
Provo
Belt Route
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 54.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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