Origin
Bountiful, UT
Afternoon in Bountiful on Sunday
Local time
3:03 PM
MDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bountiful, UT to Riverton, UT
Drive Time
35m
Distance
29.3 mi
47 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
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6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bountiful, UT
Nancy Zjaba
Riverton, UT
Brett Sayles
Trip Overview
Spanning 29.3 miles, this trek from Bountiful to Riverton is a straightforward journey across the Mountain West that typically takes about 35 minutes. Given the short duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget approximately $5 for fuel to complete the transit. While it is a quick connection, the drive functions primarily as a local commute rather than a long-haul excursion. Because you remain within the same region for the entire trip, the transition between these two Utah cities is seamless and predictable for any driver.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
14.7 miles from Bountiful, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than an open interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating via Veterans Memorial Highway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 24.9 miles. The remainder of the journey relies on local surface streets like 12600 South and 12300 South. Because you are navigating urban corridors, the personality of the drive is dictated by frequent turns and changing traffic patterns. It lacks the monotony of high-speed highway driving, requiring your full attention as you transition between these specific local arterial roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 24.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 early in the drive near Main Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 29.3 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: near the start (Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Main Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
4.7 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
12.9 mi into trip
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~15m in
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I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
26.4 mi into trip
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~30m in
Take the exit toward SR 71: 12300 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 291
Toward SR 71: 12300 South
8
26.6 mi into trip
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~30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Riverton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Riverton
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 24.9 mi | 26m |
| 12600 South | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 12300 South | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| 500 South | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Redwood Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Center Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 24.9 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bountiful, UT and Riverton, UT.
1
Start on Center Street
21 ft
·
4 sec
·
Center Street
2
Turn right onto Main Street
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Main Street
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto 500 South
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
500 South
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 15 South: Salt Lake City
5
Merge onto I 15
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
8.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
14 mi
·
14 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 291
Toward SR 71: 12300 South
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
434 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Riverton
Use the right lane.
10
Turn straight onto SR 71
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
12300 South
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on SR 71
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
12600 South
Use the none lane.
12
Turn left onto SR 68
198 ft
·
6 sec
·
Redwood Road
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right
64 ft
·
4 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 35-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should account for local traffic patterns common on surface streets. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the entire distance is easily manageable in one go. Keep your $5 fuel budget in mind, but ensure your vehicle is ready for a stop-and-go environment rather than sustained highway speeds. A helpful tip is to familiarize yourself with the turns onto 12600 South and 12300 South before you head out, as these local segments define the final portion of your arrival. By keeping your route mapping accessible, you can navigate the turn-heavy sections with much greater ease.
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 14.7 miles from Bountiful, UT, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.9 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 29.3 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.7 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Riverton, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bountiful, 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 Bountiful, UT
This is one driving day of about 29.3 miles and 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bountiful, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 24.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.7 mi from Bountiful, UT · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 29.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.7 miles from Bountiful, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Riverton, UT
The final approach into Riverton, 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 Riverton, 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
$4.64 one way
$9.29 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $4.88 | $9.76 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.22 | $10.45 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.51 | $13.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.08 | $1.41 |
| Efficient EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.88 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Riverton, UT
Afternoon in Riverton on Sunday
Local time
3:03 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°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
2 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
35m 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 Bountiful, UT to Riverton, UT covers 29.3 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, 12600 South, 12300 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.7 miles from Bountiful, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.64 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 demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 29.3 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bountiful, UT to Riverton, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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