Traveling from West Valley City to Enterprise covers 289.8 miles of Mountain West terrain, typically taking about 5 hours and 6 minutes behind the wheel. Given the total duration, this trip is manageable as a single-day journey, though you should plan for at least one stop to break up the drive. Budget approximately $46 for fuel to complete the trip comfortably. Navigating the route involves a blend of Veterans Memorial Highway, West 200 North, and Bench Road. Since the drive remains entirely within the state of Utah, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the transition from the northern valley to the southern landscape. It is a straightforward trek for those comfortable with a full day of driving.
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
144.9 miles from West Valley City, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 29m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
238.6 mi
3h 55m
West 200 North
27.5 mi
32m
Bench Road
8.1 mi
12m
Belt Route
3.3 mi
3m
SR 18
2.7 mi
3m
200 North
1.4 mi
2m
4700 South
1.4 mi
2m
East Main Street
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 238.6 mi, about 3h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Valley City, UT and Enterprise, 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 SouthUse 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 12Toward I 15: Salt Lake City, Las VegasUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi·59 sec
Toward I 15 South: Las VegasUse 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
239 mi·3 hr 55 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward SR 56
16
Turn left onto SR 56
1.4 mi·2 min·200 North
17
Continue on SR 56
27 mi·32 min·West 200 North
18
Turn left onto Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Main Street
19
Continue on Bench Road
4.7 mi·6 min·Bench Road
20
Continue on Bench Road
3.5 mi·5 min·Bench Road
21
At end of road, turn left onto SR 18
2.7 mi·3 min·SR 18
22
Continue on SR 219
0.8 mi·1 min·East Main Street
23
Turn right onto 100 East
21 ft·1 sec·100 East
24
Arrive at destination
100 East
Trip Plan
To keep your energy high, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid midday fatigue on the longer stretches. Since the trip includes one recommended stop, use that time to stretch your legs and refresh before tackling the more technical, turn-heavy sections of the drive. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the 238.6-mile stretch on Veterans Memorial Highway, as service intervals can vary significantly. Because this is a 5-hour commitment, having a well-curated playlist or podcast queue is a smart way to stay alert. Being flexible with your departure time is a major advantage here, allowing you to bypass potential traffic patterns near the start of your journey in West Valley City.
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 144.9 miles from West Valley City, UT, or about 2h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 238.6 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 64 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 144.9 miles or 2h 29m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Enterprise, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Valley City, 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 Valley City, UT
This is one driving day of about 289.8 miles and 5h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from West Valley City, 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 238.6 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 18
5 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.
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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
$45.92 one way
$91.85 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg101 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$48.14
$96.27
premium
$4.53
$51.70
$103.39
diesel
$5.61
$63.98
$127.97
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 101.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
86.9
1
$30.43
$13.91
Efficient EV
72.5
0
$25.36
$11.59
EV Truck/SUV
115.9
1
$40.57
$18.55
Gas CO2
101 kg
EV CO2
34 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 12, 2026
Origin
West Valley City, UT
Evening
in West Valley City on Saturday
Local time
7:29 PM
MDT
Current temp
68°F
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
S 20 to 23 mph62% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 12 at 10:37AM MDT until April 12 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Destination
Enterprise, UT
Evening
in Enterprise on Saturday
Local time
7:29 PM
MDT
Current temp
58°F
Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
SSW 23 to 26 mph30% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 12 at 10:37AM MDT until April 12 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
71°F
Fairview, UT
145 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
10 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 6m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you transition between road types. The route is entirely highway-based, with a massive 238.6-mile stretch along Veterans Memorial Highway serving as the backbone of your journey. While the primary highway portion is significant, the later segments involving Bench Road and West 200 North introduce a more technical, winding feel compared to the open road segments. You will notice the character of the drive shift from high-speed transit to a more localized driving experience as you approach your destination. Prepare for a mix of sustained cruising and more focused maneuvering as you navigate the turns required to reach Enterprise.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 238.6 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 289.8 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 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
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
6,302 ft4,305 ft
Total Climb
3,509 ft
Total Descent
2,498 ft
Highest Point
6,302 ft
~207 mi in
Elevation Range
1,997 ft
Notable High Points
4,795 ft at ~20.7 miles+243 ft prominence
5,217 ft at ~82.8 miles+205 ft prominence
5,801 ft at ~124.2 miles+789 ft prominence
6,302 ft at ~207 miles+102 ft prominence
6,058 ft at ~269.1 miles+237 ft prominence
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 6m. Total distance: 289.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 238.6 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.
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 Enterprise, 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 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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Enterprise, UT before the return drive.
