Drive Time
3h 43m
Distance
250.3 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Same-day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
The drive from Cedar City, UT to West Valley City, UT covers 250.3 miles and takes about 3h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 15 North, Veterans Memorial Highway, SR 48 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $38.36 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
125.1 miles from Cedar City, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .
Expect a 3h 43m drive with frequent turns across 250.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 15 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 48 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 215 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 215 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Belt Route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 171 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 3500 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Cedar City, UT and West Valley City, UT.
Start on Main Street
Take the ramp right toward I 15 North
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
Take the exit slight right toward SR 48, I 215: 7200 South, Belt Route
Keep slight left to continue on I 215
Continue on I 215
Keep slight left to continue on I 215 West
Merge slight right onto Belt Route
Take the exit slight right toward SR 171 West: 3500 South
Turn straight onto 3500 South
Turn left onto 4400 West
Turn right onto 3650 South
Turn left onto Atlas Way
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 125.1 miles or 1h 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Valley City, UT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Cedar City, 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 Cedar City, UT
This is one driving day of about 250.3 miles and 3h 43m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 125.1 mi from Cedar City, UT · 1h 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
125 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 125.1 miles from Cedar City, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into West Valley City, 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 West Valley City, UT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$38.36 one way
$76.73 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $41.69 | $83.39 |
| premium | $4.55 | $44.83 | $89.65 |
| diesel | $5.41 | $53.33 | $106.66 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.6 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Cedar City on Saturday
Local time
2:43 AM
MDT
Current temp
41°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in West Valley City on Saturday
Local time
2:43 AM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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.
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