Origin
Blanding, UT
Afternoon in Blanding on Sunday
Local time
1:44 PM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blanding, UT to Ogden, UT
Drive Time
5h 40m
Distance
344.7 mi
555 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
one way
Blanding, UT
Ankit Bisht
Ogden, UT
SHOX ART
Trip Overview
Spanning 344.7 miles from Blanding to Ogden, this trip through the Mountain West typically requires about 5 hours and 40 minutes of driving time. Because the route is categorized as a turn-heavy local drive, it is best tackled as a single, focused day trip. You should budget approximately $53 for fuel to complete the journey. The path takes you across the diverse landscapes of Utah, utilizing West Center Street, North Grayson Parkway, and the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. While the transit is manageable for a single driver, the winding nature of the roads means you should prioritize comfort and readiness for a full day behind the wheel.
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
172.3 miles from Blanding, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a hands-on experience on this route, as it relies entirely on local roads and highways rather than a high-speed interstate grind. With 0% of the trip spent on major interstates, you will navigate a turn-heavy environment that demands your constant attention. The drive lacks long, monotonous stretches, with the longest segment occurring on West Center Street. As you transition through the Mountain West, the road's personality shifts from local surface streets to the more structured Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. Prepare for a driving experience that feels more personal and tactical than your typical highway cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Center Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 40m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Blanding, UT to Ogden, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Center Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Grayson Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I-70 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 6 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Highway Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Center Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blanding, UT and Ogden, UT.
1
Start on South 100 West
390 ft
·
19 sec
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South 100 West
2
Turn right onto West Center Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
West Center Street
3
Turn straight onto North Grayson Parkway
77 mi
·
1 hr 36 min
·
North Grayson Parkway
4
Continue on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
29 mi
·
34 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
5
Take the exit left toward I-70 West
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
I-70 West
6
Merge slight left onto Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
23 mi
·
21 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 6 West, US 191 North: Price, Salt Lake City
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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US 6 West, US 191 North: Price, Salt Lake City
8
Merge slight left onto Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
51 mi
·
1 hr
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
9
Continue on Main Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
10
Continue on West Highway Drive
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Highway Drive
11
Continue on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
35 mi
·
42 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
12
Continue on State Street
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
State Street
13
Continue on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
33 mi
·
39 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
14
Continue on East US-6
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East US-6
15
Continue on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
I 15 North: Salt Lake City
17
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
66 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
18
Keep slight left to continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
18 mi
·
18 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
19
Take the exit slight right toward SR 79: 31st Street
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
SR 79: 31st Street
20
Turn right onto 31st Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
31st Street
21
Turn left onto Wall Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Wall Avenue
22
Turn right onto 24th Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
24th Street
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 5 hour and 40 minute duration, aim for an early morning departure to ensure you reach Ogden before dark. Since this route involves a heavy concentration of turns, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and reset your focus. Keep your $53 fuel budget in mind, as local roads can sometimes lead to fluctuating consumption rates compared to steady highway driving. Because you are navigating non-interstate roads, keep a close watch on local signage along the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway to avoid missing critical turns. This flexibility allows you to adjust your pace based on traffic or weather conditions without the pressure of a rigid highway schedule.
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 172.3 miles from Blanding, UT, or about 2h 50m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 172.3 miles or 2h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ogden, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Blanding, 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 Blanding, UT
This is one driving day of about 344.7 miles and 5h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Blanding, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 172.3 mi from Blanding, UT · 2h 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
172 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 172.3 miles from Blanding, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ogden, UT
The final approach into Ogden, 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 Ogden, UT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$54.62 one way
$109.25 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
121 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $57.42 | $114.84 |
| premium | $4.53 | $61.46 | $122.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $76.58 | $153.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 120.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 103.4 | 1 | $36.19 | $16.55 |
| Efficient EV | 86.2 | 0 | $30.16 | $13.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 137.9 | 1 | $48.26 | $22.06 |
Gas CO2
121 kg
EV CO2
40 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.
Destination
Ogden, UT
Afternoon in Ogden on Sunday
Local time
1:44 PM
MDT
Current temp
44°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
4 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
5h 40m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Blanding, UT to Ogden, UT covers 344.7 miles and takes about 5h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Center Street, North Grayson Parkway, Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 172.3 miles from Blanding, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $54.62 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 40m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Blanding, UT to Ogden, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Blanding, UT to Ogden, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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