This 319.6-mile drive from Toquerville, UT to Ogden, UT is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take around 5 hours and 21 minutes. You'll be navigating primarily on Veterans Memorial Highway and Wall Avenue, with a brief stint on North Toquer Boulevard. With a fuel cost estimated at $51, this route offers a straightforward journey through Utah's Mountain West region. It's a practical option if you're looking for a direct, no-fuss drive between these two points without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
159.8 miles from Toquerville, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 39m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
314.1 mi
5h 12m
North Toquer Boulevard
2.2 mi
2m
Wall Avenue
1 mi
1m
31st Street
0.7 mi
1m
SR 17
0.5 mi
<1m
24th Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 314.1 mi, about 5h 12m
Traffic on I-15
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 263 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,554 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~262 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
21.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Toquerville, UT and Ogden, UT.
1
Start on North Toquer Boulevard
2.2 mi·2 min·North Toquer Boulevard
2
At end of road, turn right onto SR 17
0.5 mi·39 sec·SR 17
3
Turn slight right
433 ft·15 sec
Toward I 15 North
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
Toward I 15 North
5
Merge onto I 15
296 mi·4 hr 53 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
18 mi·18 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·50 sec
Exit 341Toward SR 79: 31st StreetUse the slight right lane.
8
Turn right onto SR 79
0.7 mi·1 min·31st Street
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left onto SR 204
1.0 mi·1 min·Wall Avenue
10
Turn right onto 24th Street
0.3 mi·29 sec·24th Street
11
Arrive at destination
SR 53
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour and 21-minute duration, starting your trip from Toquerville in the morning is advisable to reach Ogden with ample daylight. While the longest stretch on Veterans Memorial Highway is substantial at 314.1 miles, this is still a drive best completed in a single day. Plan for one main stop to break up the journey, perhaps around the halfway point, to refuel and stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition onto local roads, as services might be less frequent than on major interstates. The turn-heavy nature of this route means staying focused on navigation is key.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 159.8 miles from Toquerville, UT, or about 2h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 314.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 70 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 159.8 miles or 2h 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ogden, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Toquerville, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Toquerville, UT
This is one driving day of about 319.6 miles and 5h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 70 miles from Toquerville, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 314.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.2 and 317.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
2.2 mi into trip|~2m in|SR 17
At end of road, turn right onto SR 17
Navigation decision point
4
2.8 mi into trip|~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 15 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 15 North
5
3.1 mi into trip|~4m 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.
6
299.5 mi into trip|~4h 58m 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.
7
317.2 mi into trip|~5h 17m in
Take the exit toward SR 79: 31st Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 341
Toward SR 79: 31st Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.81 one way
$99.63 round trip
$3.96/gal25.4 MPG avg112 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.17
$52.51
$105.02
premium
$4.47
$56.29
$112.59
diesel
$4.80
$60.35
$120.69
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 111.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
95.9
1
$33.56
$15.34
Efficient EV
79.9
0
$27.97
$12.78
EV Truck/SUV
127.8
1
$44.74
$20.45
Gas CO2
112 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Toquerville, UT
Evening
in Toquerville on Saturday
Local time
7:31 PM
MDT
Current temp
93°F
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 8 mph42% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 17 at 10:28AM MDT until July 18 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 17 at 10:28AM MDT until July 19 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Destination
Ogden, UT
Evening
in Ogden on Saturday
Local time
7:31 PM
MDT
Current temp
96°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 6 mph25% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 17 at 10:28AM MDT until July 18 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 17 at 10:28AM MDT until July 19 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
5h 21m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Timpanogos Cave National Monument
National Monument
The visitor center, caves, and cave tours have not yet opened for the 2026 season. Hike your way past stunning vistas to explore a hidden underground world. Taste the thrill of caving as you twist and...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
$12
near mile 253.5
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Crowning the Grand Staircase, Cedar Breaks sits at over 10,000 feet and looks down into a half-mile deep geologic amphitheater. Come wander among timeless bristlecone pines, stand in lush meadows of w...
13 mi from route
~31 min detour
$10
near mile 44.1
Follow the paths where people have walked for thousands of years. Gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. Experience the tall, stretching walls...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for much of this 319.6-mile journey, as indicated by the 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 314.1 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, meaning most of your travel will be on roads with more frequent intersections and changes in speed. This profile suggests a more engaged driving experience, typical of local and state routes, rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You'll likely experience a gradual shift in scenery and road conditions as you progress from the Toquerville area towards Ogden.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 314.1 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near SR 17.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 21m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (SR 17): Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 314.1 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 26 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 26 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (SR 17): Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument, Cedar Breaks National Monument and Zion National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Ogden, UT before the return drive.
