Spanning 189 miles through the Mountain West, this trip from West Jordan to Beaver typically takes about 3 hours and 14 minutes. You will start by navigating local streets like Redwood Road and 9000 South before transitioning onto I-15 South for the bulk of your journey. Because this is a manageable distance, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Budgeting roughly $30 for fuel should cover your transit comfortably. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, the route is efficient and predictable for drivers familiar with Utah’s interstate system.
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
94.5 miles from West Jordan, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 38m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
183.2 mi
3h 3m
9000 South
1.9 mi
3m
North Main Street
1.6 mi
3m
Redwood Road
1.5 mi
2m
7800 South
<0.1 mi
<1m
East 200 North Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 183.2 mi, about 3h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Jordan, UT and Beaver, UT.
1
Start on SR 48
86 ft·5 sec·7800 South
2
Turn right onto SR 68
1.5 mi·2 min·Redwood Road
Use the right lane.
3
Turn left onto SR 209
1.9 mi·3 min·9000 South
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·58 sec
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
5
Merge onto I 15
183 mi·3 hr 3 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward SR 160: Beaver
7
Turn left onto I 15 Bu; SR 160
1.6 mi·3 min·North Main Street
8
Turn left onto SR 153
64 ft·1 sec·East 200 North Street
9
Arrive at destination
SR 153
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 3-hour and 14-minute travel time, plan to depart during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the local roads leading out of West Jordan. Aim for at least one planned stop during your 189-mile trek to stretch your legs and ensure you remain refreshed behind the wheel. Given the $30 fuel estimate, it is wise to check your vehicle's levels before leaving, as the availability of service stations can vary once you move away from the metropolitan corridor. Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace based on traffic conditions. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay vigilant during the initial local road segments, as the frequent turns require more focus than the later, more straightforward highway portions.
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 94.5 miles from West Jordan, UT, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 183.2 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 42 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 94.5 miles or 1h 38m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beaver, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Jordan, 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 West Jordan, UT
This is one driving day of about 189 miles and 3h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from West Jordan, 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 183.2 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 0 and 189 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|SR 68 / Redwood Road
Turn right onto SR 68 / Redwood Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
1.5 mi into trip|~2m in|SR 209 / 9000 South
Turn left onto SR 209 / 9000 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.9 mi into trip|~7m 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.
4
187.1 mi into trip|~3h 10m in
Take the exit toward SR 160: Beaver
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward SR 160: Beaver
4
189 mi into trip|~3h 14m in|SR 153 / East 200 North Street
Turn left onto SR 153 / East 200 North Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.95 one way
$59.90 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg66 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$31.39
$62.79
premium
$4.53
$33.71
$67.43
diesel
$5.61
$41.73
$83.46
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
56.7
0
$19.85
$9.07
Efficient EV
47.3
0
$16.54
$7.56
EV Truck/SUV
75.6
0
$26.46
$12.10
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
West Jordan, UT
Late night
in West Jordan on Sunday
Local time
1:57 AM
MDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Beaver, UT
Late night
in Beaver on Sunday
Local time
1:57 AM
MDT
Current temp
36°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
12 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 14m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you depart the West Jordan area and navigate through the initial suburban stretches. Unlike a purely monotonous interstate slog, the first portion of your journey requires more attention behind the wheel before you lock into the steady rhythm of I-15 South. While the route relies heavily on local roads early on, the overall transition into the open road provides a clear, direct path to Beaver. You will find that the personality of the drive shifts from busy intersections to a more consistent highway pace as you progress further south. Since there is no significant highway-only percentage, stay alert for changing speed limits and traffic patterns near the urban centers.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 183.2 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 68 / Redwood Road.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from West Jordan, UT to Beaver, UT is easy. At 3h 14m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 68 / Redwood Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (SR 209 / 9000 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 14m. Total distance: 189 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 183.2 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. 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.
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: near the start (SR 68 / Redwood Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (SR 209 / 9000 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Beaver, UT, but most travelers stay overnight.
