Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
31.9 mi
51 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Utah, IN
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Vevay, IN
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If you are planning a quick excursion from Utah to Vevay, Indiana, you are looking at a manageable 31.9-mile journey. Expect to spend about 57 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a one-day trip. Since the drive is quite short, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Budgeting about $5 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. This route keeps you entirely within the Midwest, offering a straightforward connection between these two Indiana locations. It is a practical, low-stress drive that fits perfectly into a weekend schedule.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 56 | 20.5 mi | 36m |
| State Road 56 | 6.9 mi | 12m |
| Walnut Street | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Decatur Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| George Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Water Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Importing Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Judiciary Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Utah, IN and Vevay, IN.
Start on George Street
Turn left onto SR 56
Continue on SR 56
Turn left onto SR 56
Continue on SR 56
Continue on SR 56
Continue on SR 56
Turn left onto SR 56
Turn right onto SR 56
Turn right onto SR 56
Turn left onto SR 56
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 15.9 miles from Utah, IN, 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 0.3 and 11.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto SR 56 / Importing Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto SR 56 / 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto SR 56 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto SR 56 / Walnut Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto SR 56
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$4.99 one way
$9.97 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.48 | $10.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.14 | $12.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.04 | $14.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.35 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.79 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.47 | $2.04 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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 Utah on Tuesday
Local time
4:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Vevay on Tuesday
Local time
4:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
71°F
Hartford, IN
16 mi in
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 trip is primarily a highway-focused drive, with roughly 64% of your time spent on main roads like SR 56 and Walnut Street. You will find yourself cruising along a significant 20.5-mile uninterrupted stretch on SR 56, which serves as the backbone of your journey. The road transitions from local streets to these faster highway sections, allowing for a steady pace throughout the hour-long commute. Because the highway share is relatively high, you can expect a consistent driving experience rather than a series of stop-and-go local turns. It is a functional path that prioritizes efficiency as you move through the Indiana landscape.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 56 and State Road 56. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near SR 56 / Importing Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 57m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (SR 56 / Importing Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (SR 56 / 3rd Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (SR 56 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 31.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Straightforward navigation.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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