If you are planning a trip from West Valley City to Price, you are looking at a 117.1-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 23 minutes. This route is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless your schedule requires it. You will primarily navigate via the Veterans Memorial Highway, US 6, and the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. Budgeting approximately $19 for fuel should cover your needs for this transit within Utah’s Mountain West region. Since there are no mandatory stops included in this itinerary, you have the flexibility to drive straight through or build in your own breaks as needed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
58.6 miles from West Valley City, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 10m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between West Valley City, UT and Price, UT.
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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
39 mi·41 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 257B-AToward US 6 East, SR 156: Spanish Fork, Main Street, PriceUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 257BToward US 6 East: PriceUse the straight lane.
17
Merge
0.2 mi·15 sec
Toward US 6 East: Price
18
Continue on US 6
3.7 mi·5 min·US 6
Use the left lane.
19
Continue on US 6
33 mi·39 min·Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
20
Continue on US 6
0.7 mi·57 sec·State Street
21
Continue on US 6
28 mi·34 min·Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
22
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
23
Turn left onto US 6 Bus; SR 55
0.3 mi·39 sec·West 100 North
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Turn left onto North Carbonville Road
0.1 mi·14 sec·North Carbonville Road
25
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.6 mi·1 min·West Main Street
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Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short drive, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever it best fits your schedule. Keep in mind that with 117.1 miles of road ahead, it is wise to ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave West Valley City to keep your costs near the $19 estimate. Since the route involves several turns and local road segments, staying alert is more important than it would be on a straight highway. Use the 61.6-mile stretch on the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway to settle into a steady rhythm, but remain mindful of changing road conditions. Prioritizing a departure during daylight hours is a smart way to navigate the more technical, turn-heavy sections of this specific route with better visibility.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 58.6 miles from West Valley City, UT, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.6 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 26 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.6 miles or 1h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Price, 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 117.1 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from West Valley City, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway for about 61.6 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 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 49.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
8
48.8 mi into trip|~57m in
Take the exit toward US 6 East, SR 156: Spanish Fork, Main Street, Price
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 257B-A
Toward US 6 East, SR 156: Spanish Fork, Main St...
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49.2 mi into trip|~58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 6 East: Price
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Exit 257B
Toward US 6 East: Price
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.56 one way
$37.11 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$19.45
$38.90
premium
$4.53
$20.89
$41.78
diesel
$5.61
$25.85
$51.71
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.1
0
$12.30
$5.62
Efficient EV
29.3
0
$10.25
$4.68
EV Truck/SUV
46.8
0
$16.39
$7.49
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
West Valley City, UT
Night
in West Valley City on Saturday
Local time
10:43 PM
MDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Price, UT
Night
in Price on Saturday
Local time
10:43 PM
MDT
Current temp
34°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
WNW 6 to 14 mph17% chanceLive forecast
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 12 at 9:47PM MDT until April 14 at 3:00PM 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
15 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
2h 23m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 32.3
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. You will spend about 3 percent of the trip on highways, with the remainder consisting of local roads that shift the pace of your travel. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is a 61.6-mile stretch along the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. Because the path is not a monotonous interstate grind, you should prepare for a more engaging and technical driving experience. This variability keeps the journey interesting as you transition between different types of roadway throughout the 2-hour and 23-minute trek.
Only 3% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.6 mi on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric 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 2.6 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 20 significant decision points across 117.1 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 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
7,239 ft4,305 ft
Total Climb
2,995 ft
Total Descent
1,739 ft
Highest Point
7,239 ft
~92 mi in
Elevation Range
2,934 ft
Notable High Points
4,590 ft at ~25.1 miles+54 ft prominence
7,239 ft at ~92 miles+286 ft prominence
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 Price, 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 2h 23m. Total distance: 117.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61.6 miles on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric 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 Price, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8 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 Price, UT before heading back.
