Archibald's Restaurant at Gardner Village
Near the start, right off the route
West Jordan, Utah
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+18015666940
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 55m
Distance
282 mi
454 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
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.
West Jordan, UT
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Enterprise, UT
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If you are planning a trip from West Jordan to Enterprise, expect a roughly 282-mile journey that takes about 4 hours and 55 minutes to complete. This drive stays entirely within the Mountain West region of Utah, making it a straightforward trek that works perfectly as a single-day commitment. You should budget approximately $45 for fuel to cover the distance. Because the route is categorized as a turn-heavy local drive, you will want to remain focused behind the wheel rather than expecting a simple interstate cruise. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, this trip is manageable in one go, though you will definitely want to plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs.
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
141 miles from West Jordan, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 22m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 236.6 mi | 3h 53m |
| West 200 North | 27.5 mi | 32m |
| Bench Road | 8.1 mi | 12m |
| SR 18 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| 9000 South | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Redwood Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 200 North | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 216 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,361 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~249 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
21.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between West Jordan, UT and Enterprise, UT.
Start on SR 48
Turn right onto SR 68
Turn left onto SR 209
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 15
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 56
Continue on SR 56
Turn left onto Main Street
Continue on Bench Road
Continue on Bench Road
At end of road, turn left onto SR 18
Continue on SR 219
Turn right onto 100 East
Arrive at destination
To make the most of your 4-hour and 55-minute journey, aim for an early departure to navigate the turn-heavy sections during daylight hours. Since you are only planning for one major stop, choose a location around the halfway point to reset before tackling the final stretch. Keep your fuel budget of $45 in mind when selecting where to top off, as local road segments can sometimes be further from service stations than major highways. Flexibility is your best asset here; because this is a one-day trip, feel free to adjust your pace if you find the local roads on the latter half of the route require more caution. Always keep a close watch on your navigation when transitioning between the Veterans Memorial Highway and the local road segments.
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.
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 62 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 141 miles or 2h 22m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Enterprise, UT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving West Jordan, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 282 miles and 4h 55m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
141 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 62 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 141 miles from West Jordan, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 236.6 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Best meal stop
West Jordan, Utah
Near the start, right off the route
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+18015666940
The Pub Spirits + Craft Kitchen
Cedar City, Utah
Park Place Eatery
Cedar City, Utah
Best coffee break · home stretch
Cedar City, Utah
Near the end, right off the route
Hours: 5:30 am–3 pm
Silver Silo Bakery & Espresso
Cedar City, Utah
Sabor Latino | Cafe & Pupusería
Cedar City, Utah
Near the start, right off the route
West Jordan, Utah
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+18015666940
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cedar City, Utah
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+14358671400
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cedar City, Utah
Hours: 9 am–9 pm
+14353592868
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
American Fork, Utah
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18017566138
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Sandy, Utah
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
+13852744177
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Cedar City, Utah
Hours: 5:30 am–3 pm
Near the end, short detour
Cedar City, Utah
Hours: 5:30 am–7 pm
+14357017667
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cedar City, Utah
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+14357080215
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cedar City, Utah
Hours: 7 am–7 pm
+14358675333
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cedar City, Utah
Hours: 8 am–10 pm
+14352630586
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cedar City, Utah
Hours: 6 am–2 pm
+14357080271
Near the end, short detour
Cedar City, Utah
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+14356745151
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cedar City, Utah
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
Near the end, short detour
Cedar City, Utah
+14358650003
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, ~10 min detour
Nephi, Utah
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Taylorsville, Utah
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Salt Lake City, Utah
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Salt Lake City, Utah
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, ~10 min detour
Nephi, Utah
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cedar City, Utah
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Parowan, Utah
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336926787
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Parowan, Utah
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+14354778190
Near the end, short detour
Cedar City, Utah
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+14355869290
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cedar City, Utah
Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm
+14355865124
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Cedar City, Utah
Visit websiteNear the start, ~10 min detour
Sandy, Utah
Hours: 2–10 pm
+13852168915
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Lehi, Utah
Hours: 9 am–8 pm
+18017682300
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 240.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto SR 68 / Redwood Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto SR 209 / 9000 South
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 56
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn left onto SR 56 / 200 North
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$43.95 one way
$87.91 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.17 | $46.33 | $92.66 |
| premium | $4.47 | $49.67 | $99.34 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $53.25 | $106.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 98.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 84.6 | 1 | $29.61 | $13.54 |
| Efficient EV | 70.5 | 0 | $24.68 | $11.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 112.8 | 1 | $39.48 | $18.05 |
Gas CO2
99 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 West Jordan on Sunday
Local time
3:38 AM
MDT
Current temp
69°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 8:02PM MDT until July 17 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 6:53PM MDT until July 17 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Destination
Late night in Enterprise on Sunday
Local time
3:38 AM
MDT
Current temp
59°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 8:02PM MDT until July 17 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 6:53PM MDT until July 17 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
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
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
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Prepare for a transition in road types as you navigate this 282-mile route. While the drive is entirely composed of highways, it is far from a monotonous interstate experience, characterized instead by a turn-heavy, local feel. You will spend the vast majority of your time—a staggering 236.6 miles—on the Veterans Memorial Highway, which serves as your primary artery. As you progress, the path shifts from high-speed transit to navigating Bench Road and West 200 North. Expect to stay alert, as the winding nature of these local roads demands more active attention than a typical straight-line freeway drive.
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 early in the drive near SR 68 / Redwood Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 55m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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.
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
Total Climb
2,953 ft
Total Descent
2,011 ft
Highest Point
6,265 ft
~181.3 mi in
Elevation Range
1,892 ft
Notable High Points
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
West Jordan, UT
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteCafe
Near the start, short detour
Sandy, UT
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteCafe
Near the start, short detour
Taylorsville, UT
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Sa 05:30-21:00; Su 06:00-20:00
Visit websiteCafe
Later in the drive, short detour
Parowan, UT
Hours: Mo 08:00-20:00; Tu 08:00-14:00; We-Fr 08...
Visit websiteCafe
Near the start, ~9 min detour
South Jordan, UT
Hours: Mo, We-Su 10:00-20:00; Tu off
Visit websiteFast_food
Later in the drive, right off the route
Beaver, UT
Cuisine: burger
Visit websiteRestaurant
Near the start, right off the route
West Jordan, UT
Cuisine: american
Hours: Nov-Sep: Mo-Sa 11:00-20:00; Oct: Mo-Th 1...
Visit websiteFast_food
Near the start, right off the route
Orem, UT
Cuisine: american
Visit websiteRestaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Orem, UT
Cuisine: pizza
Hours: Mo-Su 11:00-20:00
Visit websiteFast_food
Later in the drive, right off the route
Cuisine: mexican
Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Cuisine: burger
Park
Around the midpoint, short detour
Park
Near the start, short detour
Park
Early in the drive, short detour
Park
Early in the drive, short detour
Yes
Near the start, short detour
Mine
Early in the drive, short detour
UT
Motel
Later in the drive, right off the route
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Founded 1849
Top landmarks
Founded 1891
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 55m. Total distance: 282 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (1%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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