Origin
West Valley City, UT
Night in West Valley City on Saturday
Local time
10:37 PM
MDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Valley City, UT to Benjamin, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
55.9 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Valley City, UT
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Benjamin, UT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from West Valley City to Benjamin, expect a straightforward 55.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 8 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. Budgeting around $9 for fuel should cover your travel costs, making this an economical trip within the Mountain West region. Navigating this path involves utilizing Veterans Memorial Highway, the Belt Route, and 8000 South. Because the drive is relatively short, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to head out whenever it best fits your day.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 43.3 mi | 46m |
| Belt Route | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| 8000 South | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| 4700 South | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| 3200 West | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 4100 South | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Bangerter Highway | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Atlas Way | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 43.3 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Valley City, UT and Benjamin, UT.
1
Start on Atlas Way
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlas Way
2
Turn left onto Volta Avenue
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Volta Avenue
3
Turn right onto 4400 West
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
4400 West
4
Turn left onto 4100 South
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
4100 South
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Turn right onto SR 154
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
Bangerter Highway
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
222 ft
·
8 sec
Use the slight left lane.
8
Turn left onto 4700 South
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
4700 South
9
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 215 South
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto I 215
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Belt Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
426 ft
·
5 sec
Exit 12
Toward I 15: Salt Lake City, Las Vegas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
14
Merge onto I 15
43 mi
·
46 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 253
Toward SR 164
16
Turn right onto 8000 South
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
8000 South
17
At end of road, turn right onto SR 115
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
3200 West
18
Turn left onto SR 147
111 ft
·
5 sec
·
7300 South
19
Turn right
55 ft
·
4 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.9 miles from West Valley City, UT, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
4400 West
Turn right onto 4400 West
Navigation decision point
6
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
4100 South
Turn left onto 4100 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
7.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 15: Salt Lake City, Las Vegas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12
Toward I 15: Salt Lake City, Las Vegas
7
8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.86 one way
$17.72 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $9.29 | $18.57 |
| premium | $4.53 | $9.97 | $19.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.34 | $24.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.87 | $2.68 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.89 | $2.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.83 | $3.58 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Benjamin, UT
Night in Benjamin on Saturday
Local time
10:37 PM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
11 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
1h 8m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route contains no highway-share segments. You will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 43.3 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The experience behind the wheel is defined by frequent transitions and technical maneuvers rather than long, monotonous highway miles. As you progress from West Valley City toward Benjamin, the road demands your full attention due to the constant changes in direction. It is a practical, utilitarian drive that keeps you engaged through its varied local layout.
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: 43.3 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 0.7 miles in near 4400 West.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.9 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (4400 West): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (4100 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
4,741 ft
4,305 ft
Total Climb
642 ft
Total Descent
416 ft
Highest Point
4,741 ft
~20 mi in
Elevation Range
437 ft
Notable High Points
4,341 ft at ~4 miles
+35 ft prominence
4,741 ft at ~20 miles
+154 ft prominence
4,629 ft at ~35.9 miles
+57 ft prominence
4,559 ft at ~51.9 miles
+27 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Valley City, UT to Benjamin, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Las Vegas along the way.
Las Vegas
7.9 mi in
|
~12m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 55.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43.3 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Benjamin, UT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (4400 West): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (4100 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Benjamin, UT before heading back.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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