Mi Ranchito AF
Near the start, right off the route
American Fork, Utah
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18017566138
Visit websiteLast recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 6m
Distance
111.4 mi
179 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
55 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
American Fork, UT
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Logan, UT
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The drive from American Fork, UT to Logan, UT covers 111.4 miles and takes about 2h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Veterans Memorial Highway, US 89, 1100 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 82.8 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.65 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.
Midpoint
55.7 miles from American Fork, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 111.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Expect a 2h 6m drive with frequent turns across 111.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 89 / Main Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 111.4 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (US 89 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.5 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto US 89 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 15 Business; I 84 Business
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn left
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 82.8 mi | 1h 27m |
| US 89 | 22 mi | 28m |
| 1100 South | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| I 15 Business | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 200 North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 100 East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between American Fork, UT and Logan, UT.
Start on SR 74
Turn right onto US 89
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
Take the exit onto I 15 Business; I 84 Business
Keep slight right at fork onto I 15 Business; I 84 Business
Merge onto US 91; I 15 Bus; I 84 Bus
Continue on US 89; US 91
Turn right onto 200 North
Turn left
Turn left
Arrive at destination
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.
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 25 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.7 miles or 1h 1m 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 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Logan, UT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving American Fork, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 American Fork, UT
This is one driving day of about 111.4 miles and 2h 6m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.7 mi from American Fork, UT · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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.
A short stop after about 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 55.7 miles from American Fork, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.8 miles.
The final approach into Logan, UT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Logan, UT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
American Fork, Utah
Near the start, right off the route
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18017566138
Romo's Mediterranean Grill
Logan, Utah
El Matador Restaurant
Bountiful, Utah
Near the start, right off the route
American Fork, Utah
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18017566138
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Logan, Utah
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+14357993121
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Bountiful, Utah
Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm
+18012928998
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Salt Lake City, Utah
Hours: 5–9 pm
+18015320500
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Salt Lake City, Utah
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+18013640286
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Salt Lake City, Utah
Hours: 9:30 am–8 pm
+13852278481
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Farmington, Utah
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+18014518000
Near the start, short detour
Sandy, Utah
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
+13852744177
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Logan, Utah
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Logan, Utah
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Logan, Utah
+18006360986
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Logan, Utah
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Ogden, Utah
Hours: 10 am–10 pm
+18017100970
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Salt Lake City, Utah
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Salt Lake City, Utah
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Logan, Utah
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Lehi, Utah
Hours: 9 am–8 pm
+18017682300
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Ogden, Utah
Hours: 12–9 pm
+18016058777
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Salt Lake City, Utah
Hours: 9 am–4:30 pm
+18015326479
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Salt Lake City, Utah
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+18015383074
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Logan, Utah
Hours: Closed
+14357509894
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Lehi, Utah
Hours: 9 am–8 pm
+18017682300
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Sandy, Utah
Hours: 2–10 pm
+13852168915
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
North Salt Lake, Utah
Hours: 10 am–8 pm
+18012951900
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
National Historical Park
One of the greatest technological achievements of the 19th century is the completion of the first transcontinental railroad across the United States. Visitors to the park can see the location of the L...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Regular Gas
$17.65 one way
$35.31 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $18.50 | $37.01 |
| premium | $4.53 | $19.87 | $39.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.60 | $49.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
55 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
ChargePoint Charging Station
Salt Lake City, Utah
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Salt Lake City, Utah
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Salt Lake City, Utah
1 DCFC
Loop Charging Station
Ogden, Utah
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Salt Lake City, Utah
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Taylorsville, Utah
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Providence, Utah
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Salt Lake City, Utah
1 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.70 | $5.35 |
| Efficient EV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.75 | $4.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.6 | 0 | $15.60 | $7.13 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in American Fork on Thursday
Local time
6:03 PM
MDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Logan on Thursday
Local time
6:03 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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