This 248-mile drive from Toquerville, UT to Orem, UT will take you approximately 4 hours and 5 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing Veterans Memorial Highway and North Toquer Boulevard before transitioning to West Center Street, this trip is entirely within Utah's Mountain West region. With a fuel cost estimated at $39 and only one recommended stop, it's comfortably manageable as a single-day excursion. The general feel of this route is more of a turn-heavy local drive than an open highway cruise, making it a straightforward journey for a day trip.
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
124 miles from Toquerville, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 2m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
242.9 mi
3h 56m
North Toquer Boulevard
2.2 mi
2m
West Center Street
1.5 mi
3m
SR 17
0.5 mi
<1m
East Center Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
State Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 242.9 mi, about 3h 56m
Traffic on I-15
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 111 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~3,644 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,249
Quietest
2 AM
~188 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
19.4×
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 Orem, 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
243 mi·3 hr 56 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 271Toward Orem, Center StreetUse the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
448 ft·12 sec
Use the right lane.
8
Turn straight onto West Center Street
1.5 mi·3 min·West Center Street
9
Continue on East Center Street
223 ft·7 sec·East Center Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Turn right
173 ft·13 sec
11
Turn sharp right onto US 89
135 ft·7 sec·State Street
12
Arrive at destination
US 89
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour and 5-minute duration, starting your drive from Toquerville to Orem in the morning is a good plan to maximize daylight. While the route has only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of around $39, it's still wise to top off your tank before departing. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll want to stay alert for frequent turns and changes in speed limits. Your longest stretch is 242.9 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, so be mindful of potential traffic patterns on this main artery as you cover the bulk of the distance.
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 124 miles from Toquerville, UT, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 242.9 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 55 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124 miles or 2h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orem, 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 248 miles and 4h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 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 242.9 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.1 and 248 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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.
8
246 mi into trip|~4h 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
246.3 mi into trip|~4h 1m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
247.9 mi into trip|~4h 5m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
248 mi into trip|~4h 5m in|US 89 / State Street
Turn sharp right onto US 89 / State Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.65 one way
$77.31 round trip
$3.96/gal25.4 MPG avg87 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.17
$40.74
$81.49
premium
$4.47
$43.68
$87.37
diesel
$4.80
$46.83
$93.65
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
74.4
0
$26.04
$11.90
Efficient EV
62
0
$21.70
$9.92
EV Truck/SUV
99.2
1
$34.72
$15.87
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 18, 2026
Origin
Toquerville, UT
Late night
in Toquerville on Sunday
Local time
1:14 AM
MDT
Current temp
95°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 1 to 7 mph44% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 17 at 10:51PM MDT until July 19 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Destination
Orem, UT
Late night
in Orem on Sunday
Local time
1:14 AM
MDT
Current temp
69°F
Partly Cloudy
E 2 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 17 at 10:51PM MDT until July 19 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
89°F
Nibley, UT
124 mi in
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
26 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 5m 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...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
$12
near mile 248
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 42.8
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' profile for this 248-mile route, with zero highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 242.9 miles along Veterans Memorial Highway. This suggests a journey that involves navigating more local roads and intersections rather than cruising on interstates. As you progress, the road character will likely shift from the initial stretches on Veterans Memorial Highway to North Toquer Boulevard and finally West Center Street, indicating a change in the driving environment as you approach your destination.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 242.9 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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 3.1 miles in near I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 5m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 246 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 246.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 242.9 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 15 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 246 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 246.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Orem, UT, but most travelers stay overnight.
