Origin
West Valley City, UT
Late night in West Valley City on Sunday
Local time
5:31 AM
MDT
Current temp
49°F
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Live forecast
Trip from West Valley City, UT to Naples, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 30m
Distance
179.9 mi
290 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 18m
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6 AM
3h 30m
8 AM
3h 55m
10 AM
3h 39m
12 PM
3h 37m
3 PM
3h 40m
5 PM
3h 54m
8 PM
3h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Valley City, UT
Quang Vuong
Naples, UT
Kelly
Trip Overview
This 179.9-mile drive from West Valley City, UT to Naples, UT is a straightforward, single-day adventure, estimated to take about 3 hours and 30 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 40 and the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, you'll experience a mixed drive profile as you traverse the Mountain West region. With a projected fuel cost of around $29 and only one recommended stop, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. It's a practical option for those looking to explore Utah's diverse landscapes without needing an overnight stay.
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
90 miles from West Valley City, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 40 | 86.5 mi | 1h 41m |
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 46.8 mi | 53m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 23.8 mi | 25m |
| East 200 North | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| 2100 South Freeway | 4 mi | 4m |
| Bangerter Highway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| 3500 South | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 40
— 86.5 mi, about 1h 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Valley City, UT and Naples, UT.
1
Start on Atlas Way
464 ft
·
20 sec
·
Atlas Way
2
Turn right onto 3650 South
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
3650 South
3
At end of road, turn left onto 4400 West
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
4400 West
4
Turn right onto SR 171
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
3500 South
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto SR 154
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bangerter Highway
Use the left lane.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward SR 201 East: Salt Lake City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto SR 201
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
2100 South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 East: Cheyenne
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 80
24 mi
·
25 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 146
Toward US 40 East: Heber City, Vernal
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward US 40: Heber, Vernal
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto US 40; US 189
87 mi
·
1 hr 41 min
·
US 40; US 189
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on US 40; US 191
27 mi
·
31 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
14
Continue on US 40; US 191
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
South Main Street
15
Continue on US 40; US 191
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
North 200 East
16
Turn right onto US 40; US 191
12 mi
·
13 min
·
East 200 North
17
Continue on US 40; US 191
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
18
Continue on US 40; US 191
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
19
Continue on US 40
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
20
Arrive at destination
US 40
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour 30-minute duration for this 179.9-mile trip, an early morning departure from West Valley City will allow ample time for exploration upon arrival in Naples. While only one stop is officially recommended, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 86.5-mile stretch on US 40, as services might be spaced out. The $29 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it’s always wise to have a buffer. This route is best tackled when you have flexibility, allowing you to pause if an interesting point arises.
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 90 miles from West Valley City, UT, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.5 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 40 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90 miles or 1h 46m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Naples, 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 179.9 miles and 3h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 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 US 40 for about 86.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
90 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 90 miles from West Valley City, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.5 miles.
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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 32.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
|
SR 171 / 3500 South
Turn right onto SR 171 / 3500 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
3.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward SR 201 East: Salt Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 201 East: Salt Lake City
7
7.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 East: Cheyenne
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 80 East: Cheyenne
8
32 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward US 40 East: Heber City, Vernal
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 146
Toward US 40 East: Heber City, Vernal
8
32.3 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 40: Heber, Vernal
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 40: Heber, Vernal
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.51 one way
$57.02 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $29.88 | $59.76 |
| premium | $4.53 | $32.09 | $64.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.72 | $79.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54 | 0 | $18.89 | $8.64 |
| Efficient EV | 45 | 0 | $15.74 | $7.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72 | 0 | $25.19 | $11.51 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Destination
Naples, UT
Late night in Naples on Sunday
Local time
5:31 AM
MDT
Current temp
63°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
14 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 30m 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 mixed drive on this 179.9-mile journey, with about 50% of the route utilizing highways. You'll encounter an 86.5-mile stretch on US 40, offering a substantial period of uninterrupted travel. The drive transitions between highway speeds and potentially slower scenic routes, especially as you follow the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. This route offers a dynamic driving experience, shifting from efficient travel to more exploratory segments.
50% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.5 mi on US 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near SR 171 / 3500 South.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 179.9 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 0.6 miles (SR 171 / 3500 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
7,638 ft
4,306 ft
Total Climb
4,678 ft
Total Descent
3,747 ft
Highest Point
7,638 ft
~77.1 mi in
Elevation Range
3,333 ft
Notable High Points
6,863 ft at ~38.6 miles
+142 ft prominence
7,638 ft at ~77.1 miles
+301 ft prominence
6,800 ft at ~102.8 miles
+30 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 Naples, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Vernal along the way.
Vernal
32 mi in
|
~38m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 30m. Total distance: 179.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 86.5 miles on US 40. 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 Naples, 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 0.6 miles (SR 171 / 3500 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Naples, UT, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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