The drive from Draper, UT to Hurricane, UT covers 274.7 miles and takes about 4h 38m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Veterans Memorial Highway, SR 17, 12300 South for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 263.5 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $43.53 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
137.3 miles from Draper, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 17m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 38m. Total distance: 274.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 38m drive with frequent turns across 274.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 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 263.5 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Pioneer Road.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 38m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Pioneer Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (900 East): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (12300 South): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Pioneer Road
Turn left onto Pioneer Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|900 East
Turn right onto 900 East
Navigation decision point
6
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|12300 South
Turn left onto 12300 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
2 mi into trip|~4m in|I 15; US 89 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15; US 89 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
274.5 mi into trip|~4h 38m in|SR 59 / East 100 South
Turn right onto SR 59 / East 100 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
263.5 mi
4h 18m
SR 17
8.7 mi
14m
12300 South
1.3 mi
2m
US 89
0.4 mi
<1m
East 100 South
0.2 mi
<1m
900 East
0.1 mi
<1m
Pioneer Road
0.1 mi
<1m
South 100 East
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 263.5 mi, about 4h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Draper, UT and Hurricane, UT.
1
Start on this road
141 ft·16 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto Pioneer Road
0.1 mi·24 sec·Pioneer Road
3
Turn right onto 900 East
0.1 mi·30 sec·900 East
4
Turn left onto 12300 South
1.3 mi·2 min·12300 South
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp onto US 89
0.4 mi·53 sec·US 89
6
Merge onto I 15; US 89
263 mi·4 hr 18 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward SR 17: Toquerville, Hurricane
8
Turn left onto SR 17
8.7 mi·14 min·SR 17
9
Turn left onto South 100 East
0.1 mi·19 sec·South 100 East
10
Turn right onto SR 59
0.2 mi·36 sec·East 100 South
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Continue on S 100 W
54 ft·2 sec·S 100 W
12
Arrive at destination
S 100 W
Trip Plan
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 137.3 miles from Draper, UT, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 263.5 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 60 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 137.3 miles or 2h 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 3h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hurricane, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Draper, 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 Draper, UT
This is one driving day of about 274.7 miles and 4h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Draper, 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.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 263.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 137.3 mi from Draper, UT
· 2h 17m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Timpanogos Cave National Monument
National Monument
The visitor center, caves, and cave tours have not yet opened for the 2026 season. Hike your way past stunning vistas to explore a hidden underground world. Taste the thrill of caving as you twist and...
7 mi from route
~19 min detour
$12
near mile 18.9
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Crowning the Grand Staircase, Cedar Breaks sits at over 10,000 feet and looks down into a half-mile deep geologic amphitheater. Come wander among timeless bristlecone pines, stand in lush meadows of w...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
$10
near mile 227.3
Follow the paths where people have walked for thousands of years. Gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. Experience the tall, stretching walls...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
$35
near mile 255.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.53 one way
$87.06 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg96 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$45.63
$91.26
premium
$4.53
$49.00
$98.01
diesel
$5.61
$60.65
$121.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 96.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
16 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Tesla Destination Charger
La Verkin, Utah
Tesla Destination
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Orem, Utah
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
The Vine EV Charging Stations
Vineyard, Utah
Other
1 DCFC
Tesla Destination Charger
Cedar City, Utah
Tesla Destination
1 DCFC
Loop Charging Station
Orem, UT
Other
1 DCFC
Tesla Destination Charger
Orem, Utah
Tesla Destination
1 DCFC
Noodoe Charging Station
Hurricane, Utah
Other
1 DCFC
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Hurricane, Utah
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 7
Other: 6
Tesla Destination: 3
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
82.4
1
$28.84
$13.19
Efficient EV
68.7
0
$24.04
$10.99
EV Truck/SUV
109.9
1
$38.46
$17.58
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Draper, UT
Morning
in Draper on Friday
Local time
11:14 AM
MDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hurricane, UT
Morning
in Hurricane on Friday
Local time
11:14 AM
MDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Richfield, UT
137 mi in
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
3 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
4h 38m 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 Draper, UT to Hurricane, UT covers 274.7 miles and takes about 4h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, SR 17, 12300 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 137.3 miles from Draper, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $43.53 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 4h 38m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Pioneer Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (900 East): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (12300 South): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Draper, UT to Hurricane, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Timpanogos Cave National Monument, Cedar Breaks National Monument and Zion National Park.
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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
