West Jordan, UT to Hildale, UT is 304.3 miles and takes about 5h 17m via Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $48 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Mountain West region, traversing Utah for its entirety. Expect a drive characterized by frequent turns and local road navigation rather than long stretches of open highway. It's a manageable one-day journey, making it ideal for a quick excursion or a travel day with plenty of flexibility for spontaneous stops.
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
152.2 miles from West Jordan, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 33m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
267.7 mi
4h 22m
East 100 South
21.8 mi
27m
SR 17
8.7 mi
14m
West Utah Avenue
1.9 mi
4m
9000 South
1.9 mi
3m
Redwood Road
1.5 mi
2m
South 100 East
0.1 mi
<1m
7800 South
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 267.7 mi, about 4h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Jordan, UT and Hildale, 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
268 mi·4 hr 22 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward SR 17: Toquerville, Hurricane
7
Turn left onto SR 17
8.7 mi·14 min·SR 17
8
Turn left onto South 100 East
0.1 mi·23 sec·South 100 East
9
Turn left onto SR 59
22 mi·27 min·East 100 South
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto West Utah Avenue
1.9 mi·4 min·West Utah Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
East Utah Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 17m duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day. Leaving West Jordan in the morning will allow you ample time to reach Hildale before sunset, even with a single planned stop. Pay attention to the 'turn-heavy' nature of the route; double-checking your GPS is advised. With a fuel cost estimated at $48, ensure your tank is full before departing, as services might be less frequent on the local road segments. This route is best tackled when you have flexibility, as the frequent turns can make the actual travel time slightly variable.
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 152.2 miles from West Jordan, UT, or about 2h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 267.7 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 67 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 152.2 miles or 2h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hildale, 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 304.3 miles and 5h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 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 267.7 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 280.6 — 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.
5
271.6 mi into trip|~4h 30m in
Take the exit toward SR 17: Toquerville, Hurricane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 17: Toquerville, Hurricane
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280.6 mi into trip|~4h 45m in|SR 59 / East 100 South
Turn left onto SR 59 / East 100 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$48.22 one way
$96.44 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg107 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$50.54
$101.09
premium
$4.53
$54.28
$108.57
diesel
$5.61
$67.19
$134.37
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 106.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
91.3
1
$31.95
$14.61
Efficient EV
76.1
0
$26.63
$12.17
EV Truck/SUV
121.7
1
$42.60
$19.48
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (66% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
West Jordan, UT
Evening
in West Jordan on Saturday
Local time
7:27 PM
MDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hildale, UT
Evening
in Hildale on Saturday
Local time
7:27 PM
MDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Nibley, UT
152 mi in
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
6 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
5h 17m on the road
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.
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...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
$12
near mile 21
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Crowning the Grand Staircase, Cedar Breaks sits at over 10,000 feet and looks down into a half-mile deep geologic amphitheater. Come wander among timeless bristlecone pines, stand in lush meadows of w...
13 mi from route
~31 min detour
$10
near mile 230.9
Follow the paths where people have walked for thousands of years. Gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. Experience the tall, stretching walls...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
$35
near mile 262.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a turn-heavy local drive experience, with a highway share of only 3%. You'll encounter a mix of Veterans Memorial Highway, East 100 South, and SR 17, meaning the road conditions will vary. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll cover is 267.7 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, providing a significant period of consistent travel before transitioning to more localized roads. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience with numerous changes in direction and speed limits.
Only 3% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 267.7 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 17m 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from West Jordan, UT to Hildale, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Hurricane along the way.
Hurricane
271.6 mi in|~4h 30m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 17m. Total distance: 304.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 267.7 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.
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: 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.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument, Cedar Breaks National Monument and Zion National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Hildale, UT before the return drive.
