Origin
Amalga, UT
Afternoon in Amalga on Wednesday
Local time
4:57 PM
MDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Amalga, UT to Hyrum, UT
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
32m
Distance
18.4 mi
30 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hyrum, UT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Amalga, UT to Hyrum, UT covers 18.4 miles and takes about 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 1000 West, 2400 West, 1500 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 5.6 miles on 1000 West. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.92 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
9.2 miles from Amalga, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 32m drive with frequent turns across 18.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
1000 West is the longest continuous segment at about 5.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.7 miles in near SR 252 / 1000 West.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 32m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.7 miles (SR 252 / 1000 West): Navigation decision point; at 12.3 miles (US 89; US 91): Navigation decision point; at 14 miles (3200 South): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
6.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
SR 252 / 1000 West
Turn right onto SR 252 / 1000 West
Navigation decision point
4
12.3 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
US 89; US 91
Turn right onto US 89; US 91
Navigation decision point
4
14 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
3200 South
Turn left onto 3200 South
Navigation decision point
4
14.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
1500 West
Turn right onto 1500 West
Navigation decision point
4
16.8 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
400 North
At end of road, turn left onto 400 North
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1000 West | 5.6 mi | 8m |
| 2400 West | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| 1500 West | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Airport Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| US 89 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 3200 South | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 400 West | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
1000 West
— 5.6 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Amalga, UT and Hyrum, UT.
1
Start on 2400 West
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
2400 West
2
Turn slight left onto Airport Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Airport Road
3
Turn right onto SR 252
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
1000 West
4
Turn right onto US 89; US 91
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 89; US 91
5
Turn left onto 3200 South
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
3200 South
6
Turn right onto 1500 West
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
1500 West
7
At end of road, turn left onto 400 North
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
400 North
8
Continue on 400 West
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
400 West
9
Turn left onto SR 101
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
10
Arrive at destination
SR 101
Trip Plan
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 9.2 miles from Amalga, UT, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.6 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 18 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.2 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hyrum, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Amalga, UT.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Amalga, UT
This is one driving day of about 18.4 miles and 32m.
At 18.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on 1000 West for about 5.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.2 mi from Amalga, UT · 15m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.2 miles from Amalga, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hyrum, UT
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Hyrum, UT if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.92 one way
$5.83 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $3.06 | $6.11 |
| premium | $4.53 | $3.28 | $6.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.06 | $8.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.61 | $0.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.58 | $1.18 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Hyrum, UT
Afternoon in Hyrum on Wednesday
Local time
4:57 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
9 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
32m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Amalga, UT to Hyrum, UT covers 18.4 miles and takes about 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 1000 West, 2400 West, 1500 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.2 miles from Amalga, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.92 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 32m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.7 miles (SR 252 / 1000 West): Navigation decision point; at 12.3 miles (US 89; US 91): Navigation decision point; at 14 miles (3200 South): Navigation decision point.
The route from Amalga, UT to Hyrum, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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