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Trip from Tooele, UT to Layton, UT

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

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 15 min
4 AM
0h 59m ★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 1m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in and county seat of Tooele County, Utah, United States

Tooele, UT

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Downtown Layton, UT, UT

Layton, UT

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Trip Overview

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.

Main Roads

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
Longest stretch: Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway — 17.8 mi, about 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tooele, UT and Layton, UT.

1

Start on Vine Street

74 ft · 6 sec · Vine Street
2

Turn right onto SR 36

2.3 mi · 4 min · Main Street
Use the right lane.
3

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 36

9.2 mi · 11 min · Main Street
Use the straight lane.
4

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward I 80 East: Salt Lake
5

Merge onto I 80

18 mi · 17 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the slight right lane.
6

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 43 sec
Exit 117 Toward I 215: Ogden, Provo, Belt Route Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 215 North: Ogden Use the slight left lane.
8

Merge onto I 215

3.9 mi · 4 min · Belt Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight right at fork onto I 215

2.4 mi · 2 min · Belt Route
Use the slight right lane.
10

Merge onto I 15

10 mi · 10 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 15

5.9 mi · 6 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 330 Toward SR 126 North: Layton Parkway Use the slight right lane.
13

Keep slight left at fork

471 ft · 13 sec
Toward Layton Parkway Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14

Turn slight left onto SR 126

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Layton Parkway
15

Turn right onto SR 126

0.3 mi · 39 sec · Main Street
Use the right lane.
16

Turn left onto Gentile Street

0.3 mi · 29 sec · Gentile Street
Use the left lane.
17

Arrive at destination

Gentile Street

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Salt Lake City, UT, UT

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Salt Lake City, UT

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.

Popular next leg

Salt Lake City, UT to Layton, UT

24.7 mi · 31m

Pacing Suggestions

Stansbury park, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

West Valley City, UT

Meal break

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.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

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.

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | SR 36 / Main Street

Turn right onto SR 36 / Main Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
8
29.7 mi into trip | ~35m in

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 117 Toward I 215: Ogden, Provo, Belt Route
7
30.2 mi into trip | ~36m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 215 North: Ogden

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 215 North: Ogden
7
53.3 mi into trip | ~1h 1m in

Take the exit toward SR 126 North: Layton Parkway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 330 Toward SR 126 North: Layton Parkway
8
53.5 mi into trip | ~1h 1m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Layton Parkway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward Layton Parkway

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$8.60 one way

$17.21 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 19 kg CO2
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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Tooele, UT

Morning in Tooele on Sunday

Local time

8:17 AM

MDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Layton, UT

Morning in Layton on Sunday

Local time

8:17 AM

MDT

Current temp

65°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

17 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 3m 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 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.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.8 mi on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

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 SR 36 / Main Street.

Driving Effort 10/10

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.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

29.7 mi in | ~35m

Belt Route

29.7 mi in | ~35m

Who Is This Route For?

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 17.8 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. 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 Layton, 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 (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.

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 Layton, 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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