Origin
Coalville, UT
Morning in Coalville on Saturday
Local time
6:56 AM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coalville, UT to Layton, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
45.7 mi
74 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coalville, UT
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Layton, UT
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Trip Overview
Coalville, UT to Layton, UT is 45.7 miles and takes about 53m via I 84, US 89, and Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, same-day trip stays within the Mountain West region, connecting two points in Utah. It's a practical, highway-focused drive that's ideal for a quick transit or a casual afternoon excursion. You'll find it straightforward and efficient, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 45.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway, with 79% of your journey on major roads like I 84 and US 89. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including one uninterrupted segment of 31.7 miles on I 84. The overall profile is a highway-focused experience, meaning you can expect fairly smooth sailing and minimal slowdowns. While not a winding scenic byway, it offers a direct and efficient path between your two Utah destinations.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 31.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and US 89. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near SR 280 / 100 South.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 45.7 miles you will encounter 8 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: at 0.3 miles (SR 280 / 100 South): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 80; US 189 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 280 / 100 South
Turn right onto SR 280 / 100 South
Navigation decision point
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 80; US 189 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge onto I 80; US 189 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
5.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward I 84 West: Ogden
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 168
Toward I 84 West: Ogden
7
37.3 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward US 89 South: Salt Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 87A
Toward US 89 South: Salt Lake City
5
42.6 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
SR 109 / Oak Hills Drive
Turn right onto SR 109 / Oak Hills Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 31.7 mi | 33m |
| US 89 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Oak Hills Drive | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Gentile Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 100 South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 31.7 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coalville, UT and Layton, UT.
1
Start on Main Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto SR 280
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
100 South
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 80 East: Cheyenne
4
Merge onto I 80; US 189
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 168
Toward I 84 West: Ogden
6
Continue on I 84
32 mi
·
33 min
·
I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 87A
Toward US 89 South: Salt Lake City
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Merge onto US 89
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
US 89
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward SR 109
10
Turn right onto SR 109
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Oak Hills Drive
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on SR 109
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Gentile Street
Use the left lane.
12
Arrive at destination
Gentile Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.9 mi from Coalville, UT · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.9 miles from Coalville, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Layton, UT
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Layton, 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
$7.24 one way
$14.48 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $7.59 | $15.18 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.15 | $16.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.09 | $20.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.80 | $2.19 |
| Efficient EV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.40 | $2.92 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Layton, UT
Morning in Layton on Saturday
Local time
6:56 AM
MDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
65°F
Farmington, UT
23 mi in
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
27 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
53m 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 Coalville, UT to Layton, UT covers 45.7 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 84, US 89, Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.9 miles from Coalville, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.24 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.7 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (SR 280 / 100 South): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 80; US 189 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Coalville, UT to Layton, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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