If you are planning a trip from West Valley City to Toquerville, prepare for a 282.7-mile journey that takes approximately 4 hours and 45 minutes to complete. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget about $45 for fuel to cover the distance across the Mountain West region. Navigating the trip involves utilizing the Veterans Memorial Highway, the Belt Route, and Toquer Boulevard. Because the drive is straightforward but lengthy, it is best to view this as a practical transit between two points within Utah rather than a complex multi-day excursion.
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
141.3 miles from West Valley City, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 25m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
269.7 mi
4h 24m
Belt Route
3.3 mi
3m
Toquer Boulevard
2.2 mi
2m
4700 South
1.4 mi
2m
4100 South
0.8 mi
1m
SR 17
0.7 mi
<1m
Bangerter Highway
0.7 mi
<1m
Atlas Way
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 269.7 mi, about 4h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Valley City, UT and Toquerville, 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
270 mi·4 hr 24 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward SR 17: Toquerville, Hurricane
16
Turn left onto SR 17
0.7 mi·58 sec·SR 17
17
Turn left onto Toquer Boulevard
2.2 mi·2 min·Toquer Boulevard
18
Arrive at destination
North Toquer Boulevard
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 45-minute drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the monotony of the 282.7-mile trek. Departing early in the morning is a smart move to avoid congestion and ensure you arrive in Toquerville with plenty of daylight for local navigation. Since your fuel costs are estimated at $45, consider filling up before you leave West Valley City to avoid higher prices along more remote stretches. Keep in mind that the final leg of your journey involves Toquer Boulevard, so familiarize yourself with local turn-heavy road conditions before you arrive. Flexibility is your greatest advantage here, so adjust your pace based on how you feel after that long initial stretch on the Veterans Memorial Highway.
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 141.3 miles from West Valley City, UT, or about 2h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 269.7 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 62 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 141.3 miles or 2h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Toquerville, 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 282.7 miles and 4h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 62 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 269.7 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 16
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
$44.80 one way
$89.60 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg99 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$46.96
$93.91
premium
$4.53
$50.43
$100.86
diesel
$5.61
$62.42
$124.83
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 98.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
84.8
1
$29.68
$13.57
Efficient EV
70.7
0
$24.74
$11.31
EV Truck/SUV
113.1
1
$39.58
$18.09
Gas CO2
99 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (67% 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
Night
in West Valley City on Saturday
Local time
10:42 PM
MDT
Current temp
67°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 20 to 23 mph54% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 2:04PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
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
Toquerville, UT
Night
in Toquerville on Saturday
Local time
10:42 PM
MDT
Current temp
68°F
Sunny
SW 30 mph13% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 2:04PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 12 at 10:37AM MDT until April 12 at 8:00PM 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
1 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
4h 45m 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
~17 min detour
$12
near mile 29.2
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
~32 min detour
$10
near mile 243.7
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
~34 min detour
$35
near mile 272.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that transitions from urban stretches to a more turn-heavy local feel as you approach your final destination. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the Veterans Memorial Highway, which accounts for a 269.7-mile stretch of the journey. While you won't be dealing with a high percentage of highway travel, the road remains consistent for most of the transit. The character of the drive shifts significantly once you leave the initial highway portion, moving into the more technical, winding segments near Toquerville. Staying alert is key, as the road dynamics change from high-speed transit to local navigation as you conclude your travel.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 269.7 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 16 significant decision points across 282.7 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
5,643 ft3,381 ft
Total Climb
1,071 ft
Total Descent
2,262 ft
Highest Point
5,643 ft
~242.3 mi in
Elevation Range
2,262 ft
Notable High Points
5,643 ft at ~242.3 miles+271 ft prominence
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 45m. Total distance: 282.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 269.7 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.
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 Toquerville, 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.
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.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Toquerville, UT, but most travelers stay overnight.
