Origin
Wolf Creek, UT
Morning in Wolf Creek on Tuesday
Local time
6:13 AM
MDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wolf Creek, UT to Provo, UT
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
91.4 mi
147 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wolf Creek, UT
Andrew Burns
Provo, UT
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Trip Overview
This 91.4-mile drive from Wolf Creek, UT to Provo, UT will take you about 1 hour and 58 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily navigate Veterans Memorial Highway and US 89, with a bit of Harrison Boulevard at the end. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, this is an economical journey. The drive, entirely within the Mountain West region of Utah, offers a local feel without extensive highway time. You won't need to break this up overnight; it's a straightforward trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.7 miles from Wolf Creek, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 47.6 mi | 51m |
| US 89 | 23.2 mi | 26m |
| Harrison Boulevard | 5.3 mi | 10m |
| 5100 East | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| Ogden Canyon | 5.1 mi | 11m |
| Wolf Creek Drive | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Valley Drive | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Center Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 47.6 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wolf Creek, UT and Provo, UT.
1
Start on this road
96 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Juniper Lane
306 ft
·
16 sec
·
Juniper Lane
3
Turn right onto SR 158
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Wolf Creek Drive
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Continue on SR 158
5.2 mi
·
8 min
·
5100 East
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
At end of road, turn right onto SR 39
5.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Ogden Canyon
6
Turn left onto Valley Drive
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Valley Drive
7
At end of road, turn right onto 20th Street
101 ft
·
8 sec
·
20th Street
8
Turn left onto SR 203
4.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Harrison Boulevard
9
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 203
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrison Boulevard
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto US 89
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 89
Use the left lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US 89
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
8.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
39 mi
·
42 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 265
Toward SR 114: Provo, Center Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on West Center Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Center Street
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn left onto US 89
518 ft
·
14 sec
·
North 500 West
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto 100 North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
100 North
18
Turn right onto North 100 East
479 ft
·
20 sec
·
North 100 East
19
Turn right onto Center Street
466 ft
·
28 sec
·
Center Street
20
Arrive at destination
Center Street
Trip Plan
Given its short duration of under two hours, this drive offers great flexibility; you can leave whenever suits you best. With no designated stops, you can easily pull over as needed, but keep an eye on your fuel as the longest stretch is nearly 50 miles. Consider starting your trip mid-morning to avoid early rush hour and enjoy daylight for navigation. A helpful tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the Veterans Memorial Highway section before you depart, as it’s the longest continuous part of the journey.
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 45.7 miles from Wolf Creek, UT, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.6 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 20 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.7 miles or 1h 6m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Provo, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wolf Creek, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Wolf Creek, UT
This is one driving day of about 91.4 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Wolf Creek, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 47.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.7 miles from Wolf Creek, 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 89.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 158 / Wolf Creek Drive
Turn right onto SR 158 / Wolf Creek Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
17.4 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
SR 203 / Harrison Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 203 / Harrison Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
18.4 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
US 89
Turn left onto US 89
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
30.6 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
US 89
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
89.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 53m in
Take the exit toward SR 114: Provo, Center Street
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 265
Toward SR 114: Provo, Center Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.48 one way
$28.97 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $15.18 | $30.36 |
| premium | $4.53 | $16.30 | $32.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.18 | $40.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.60 | $4.39 |
| Efficient EV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.00 | $3.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.80 | $5.85 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Destination
Provo, UT
Morning in Provo on Tuesday
Local time
6:13 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°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
30 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
1h 58m 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 with only 25% of the route on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 47.6 miles along Veterans Memorial Highway. This route is characterized by its frequent changes in direction and road type, moving from more open highway sections to more involved local roads as you approach Provo. It’s less about cruising and more about engaging with the varied terrain and road conditions.
Only 25% 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: 47.6 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 0.1 miles in near SR 158 / Wolf Creek Drive.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 91.4 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.1 miles (SR 158 / Wolf Creek Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles (SR 203 / Harrison Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.4 miles (US 89): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Provo, UT
Full guide →Founded 1849
Provo, a city in the Wasatch Range region of the state of Utah in the United States of America, is known as a base for exploring the surrounding countryside and national parks. Approximately 90% of the residents are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS or Mormon), compared to about 65% of the state as a whole. It is also the location of Brigham Young University, an LDS-owned university; the public Utah Valley University is located in the adjacent city of Orem. Provo has a population of about 115,000 people, but the Provo-Orem metropolitan area that encompasses Utah Valley is home to over half a million people. Other cities in the valley are very accessible, especially Orem, which sits side-by-side with Provo. Because of Orem's proximity, visitors to Provo should also look at things to do in Orem, as well as places to eat and sleep, depending on their needs.
Top landmarks
- • Brigham Young University Museum of Art — art museum in Provo, Utah, United States
- • Provo City Center Temple — temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Provo, Utah, United...
- • Hotel Roberts — former hotel in Provo, Utah, United States
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 91.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 47.6 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 Provo, 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 0.1 miles (SR 158 / Wolf Creek Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles (SR 203 / Harrison Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.4 miles (US 89): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Provo, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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