Origin
Vernal, UT
Night in Vernal on Saturday
Local time
10:35 PM
MDT
Current temp
71°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Vernal, UT to West Jordan, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 27m
Distance
178 mi
286 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 16m
★
6 AM
3h 28m
8 AM
3h 52m
10 AM
3h 36m
12 PM
3h 34m
3 PM
3h 38m
5 PM
3h 51m
8 PM
3h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Vernal, UT
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West Jordan, UT
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Trip Overview
This 177.8-mile drive from Vernal to West Jordan, Utah, will take you approximately 3 hours and 22 minutes to complete. It's a straightforward, turn-heavy local drive, primarily using West Main Street, Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, and 200 North, with no interstate highway segments. Given its manageable duration and distance, this route is perfectly suited as a single-day trip, so you won't need to worry about overnight stays. You can expect a fuel cost of around $28 for this journey through the Mountain West region. The drive offers a practical way to get from point A to point B within Utah.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
89 miles from Vernal, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 46220 West | 85 mi | 1h 39m |
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 44.6 mi | 50m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 16.9 mi | 18m |
| 200 North | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| Belt Route | 11.6 mi | 12m |
| Redwood Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| East Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.8 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
46220 West
— 85 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vernal, UT and West Jordan, UT.
1
Start on South Vernal Avenue
72 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Vernal Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 40; US 191
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Continue on US 40; US 191
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
4
Continue on US 40; US 191
12 mi
·
13 min
·
200 North
5
Continue on US 40; US 191
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
North 200 East
6
Continue on US 40; US 191
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
South Main Street
7
Continue on US 40; US 191
27 mi
·
31 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
8
Continue on US 40; US 191
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
9
Continue on US 40
85 mi
·
1 hr 39 min
·
46220 West
Use the left lane.
10
Take the exit
1.9 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 80 West
11
Merge onto I 80
17 mi
·
18 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 130
Toward I 215 South
Use the slight right lane.
13
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
this road
Toward I 215
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
15
Merge onto I 215
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Belt Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 13
Toward SR 68: Redwood Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
159 ft
·
5 sec
Toward SR 68: Redwood Road, South Valley Regional Airport
18
Turn left onto SR 68
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Redwood Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
19
Turn right onto SR 48
86 ft
·
1 sec
·
7800 South
Use the right lane.
20
Arrive at destination
SR 48
Trip Plan
With a driving time of just over 3 hours, this 177.8-mile trip from Vernal to West Jordan is easily accomplished in one day. Consider departing in the morning to allow for a relaxed pace and to take advantage of the single suggested stop, ensuring you have ample time to refuel or take a break. The estimated fuel cost is $28, so check your tank before you leave Vernal. Since this is a local drive with many turns, staying alert and mindful of posted speed limits will be key to a smooth journey. Keep an eye out for signage directing you onto Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway for a portion of your travels.
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 89 miles from Vernal, UT, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85 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 39 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 89 miles or 1h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Jordan, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Vernal, 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 Vernal, UT
This is one driving day of about 178 miles and 3h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Vernal, 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 46220 West for about 85 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 89 miles from Vernal, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before 46220 West if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85 miles.
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 105 decision points cluster between mile 145.5 and 178 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
145.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 49m in
|
I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge onto I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
162.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 7m in
Take the exit toward I 215 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 130
Toward I 215 South
7
175.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 22m in
Take the exit toward SR 68: Redwood Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 13
Toward SR 68: Redwood Road
6
175.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 68: Redwood Road, South Valley Regional Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 68: Redwood Road, South Valley Region...
6
178 mi into trip
|
~3h 27m in
|
SR 48 / 7800 South
Turn right onto SR 48 / 7800 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.21 one way
$56.41 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $29.57 | $59.13 |
| premium | $4.53 | $31.75 | $63.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.30 | $78.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.4 | 0 | $18.69 | $8.54 |
| Efficient EV | 44.5 | 0 | $15.58 | $7.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.2 | 0 | $24.92 | $11.39 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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.
Destination
West Jordan, UT
Night in West Jordan on Saturday
Local time
10:35 PM
MDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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
3h 27m 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.
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...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
$12
near mile 171.9
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' experience for the entirety of this 177.8-mile journey, as indicated by the 0% highway share. This means you'll be navigating through towns and local roads rather than high-speed interstates. The route is characterized by frequent turns and a more intimate connection with the landscape as you traverse West Main Street, Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, and 200 North. Without long, uninterrupted stretches, you'll be constantly engaged with the driving, making the 3-hour and 22-minute duration feel dynamic rather than monotonous.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 85 mi on 46220 West.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 around 145.5 miles in near I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 178 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 145.5 miles (I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 162.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 175.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 27m. Total distance: 178 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 85 miles on 46220 West. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 West Jordan, UT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 145.5 miles (I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 162.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 175.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at West Jordan, UT, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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