Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
66.4 mi
107 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
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.
Uintah, UT
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Orem, UT
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This 66.4-mile drive from Uintah to Orem, Utah, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 16 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, it's an economical option for a single-day excursion within the Mountain West region. The route utilizes Veterans Memorial Highway and US 89, offering a mixed driving experience that's well-suited for a quick journey without the need for an overnight stay. You'll find this drive to be a practical and efficient way to travel between these two Utah locations.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 41.4 mi | 44m |
| US 89 | 21.6 mi | 24m |
| Canyon Parkway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| State Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| 6550 South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 2375 East | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Uintah, UT and Orem, UT.
Start on 6550 South
Continue on 2375 East
Turn right onto US 89
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on SR 52
Turn right onto US 89
Turn uturn onto US 89
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 33.2 miles from Uintah, 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 11 and 66.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 52: 800 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 52 East: Provo Canyon, Sundance
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn uturn onto US 89 / State Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Regular Gas
$10.52 one way
$21.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $11.03 | $22.06 |
| premium | $4.53 | $11.84 | $23.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.66 | $29.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.97 | $3.19 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.81 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.30 | $4.25 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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 Uintah on Tuesday
Local time
4:06 AM
MDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Sunny
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 20 at 1:47PM MDT until April 22 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Destination
Late night in Orem on Tuesday
Local time
4:06 AM
MDT
Current temp
79°F
Mostly Sunny
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 20 at 1:47PM MDT until April 22 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route offers a mixed drive profile, with 34% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 41.4 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, which likely provides a more consistent pace. As you transition to US 89 and Canyon Parkway, expect the character of the road to change, potentially incorporating more local traffic or varied speed limits. This blend of highway and other main roads means you'll encounter different driving conditions throughout the trip.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11 miles in near US 89.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.4 miles you will encounter 8 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: at 11 miles (US 89): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Orem is a city in Utah's Wasatch Range.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 66.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (34%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface 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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