Trip from Cottonwood Heights, UT to Riverton, UT

Drive Time

23m

Distance

14.5 mi

23 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 6 min

4 AM

0h 22m ★

6 AM

0h 24m

8 AM

0h 28m

10 AM

0h 25m

12 PM

0h 25m

3 PM

0h 26m

5 PM

0h 28m

8 PM

0h 23m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

If you are looking for a quick commute between Cottonwood Heights and Riverton, this 14.5-mile journey is an efficient way to navigate the Mountain West. You can expect to spend about 23 minutes on the road, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel cost estimate of just $2, it is a very budget-friendly transit. Since this trip is entirely local, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated logistics. It serves as a practical, straightforward connection between these two Utah communities.

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

7.3 miles from Cottonwood Heights, UT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will navigate via 2870 East, Fort Union Boulevard, and 7200 South to complete the trip. Because the longest stretch is zero miles on 2870 East, you should be prepared for frequent turns and constant adjustments behind the wheel. The personality of this drive is strictly urban and local, demanding your full attention as you transition between neighborhood roads and main thoroughfares.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

2870 East 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Cottonwood Heights, UT to Riverton, UT is easy. At 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cottonwood Heights, UT to Riverton, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
2870 East	Unavailable	Refreshing
Fort Union Boulevard	Unavailable	Refreshing
7200 South	Unavailable	Refreshing
I 15 South	Unavailable	Refreshing
Veterans Memorial Highway	Unavailable	Refreshing
SR 71	Unavailable	Refreshing
Riverton	Unavailable	Refreshing
12300 South	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: 2870 East — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cottonwood Heights, UT and Riverton, UT.

1

Start on 7230 South

246 ft · 10 sec · 7230 South

2

Turn right onto 2870 East

0.3 mi · 57 sec · 2870 East

3

Turn left onto Fort Union Boulevard

4.3 mi · 8 min · Fort Union Boulevard

4

Continue on 7200 South

0.6 mi · 1 min · 7200 South

5

Take the ramp straight toward I 15 South: Las Vegas

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 15 South: Las Vegas

6

Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

5.6 mi · 5 min · Veterans Memorial Highway

7

Take the exit slight right toward SR 71: 12300 South

0.2 mi · 28 sec · SR 71: 12300 South

8

Keep slight right to continue on Riverton

433 ft · 11 sec · Riverton

9

Turn straight onto 12300 South

1.1 mi · 1 min · 12300 South

10

Continue on 12600 South

1.5 mi · 2 min · 12600 South

11

Turn left onto Redwood Road

197 ft · 6 sec · Redwood Road

12

Turn right

66 ft · 5 sec

13

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a short 23-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure timing to avoid the heaviest local traffic. You don't need to plan for any stops along the way, allowing you to head straight from Cottonwood Heights to Riverton without interruption. Keep in mind that because the route consists entirely of local roads, you should factor in extra time if you are traveling during peak commuting hours. Given the low $2 fuel requirement, you can easily complete this trip on a partial tank, but it is always wise to ensure you have enough gas to navigate the turn-heavy sections comfortably.

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 7.3 miles from Cottonwood Heights, UT, or about 11m 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 14.5 miles or 23m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 7.3 miles or 11m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 20m

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 Cottonwood Heights, 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 Cottonwood Heights, UT

This is one driving day of about 14.5 miles and 23m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cottonwood Heights, 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.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 7.3 mi from Cottonwood Heights, UT · 11m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sandy, UT

7 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

Sandy, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 14.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Sandy, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 7.3 miles from Cottonwood Heights, 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

$2.30 one way

$4.60 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 5 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.23	$2.42	$4.83
premium	$4.53	$2.59	$5.17
diesel	$5.64	$3.22	$6.44

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$27–$52

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 5.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	4.4	$1.52	$0.70
Efficient EV	3.6	$1.27	$0.58
EV Truck/SUV	5.8	$2.03	$0.93

Gas CO2

5 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (60% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Cottonwood Heights, UT

Evening in Cottonwood Heights on Sunday

Local time

5:42 PM

MDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Riverton, UT

Evening in Riverton on Sunday

Local time

5:42 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 warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

23m 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 Cottonwood Heights, UT to Riverton, UT covers 14.5 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are 2870 East, Fort Union Boulevard, 7200 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 7.3 miles from Cottonwood Heights, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.30 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.

The drive from Cottonwood Heights, UT to Riverton, UT is easy. At 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cottonwood Heights, UT to Riverton, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Cottonwood Heights, UT to Riverton, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.