Origin
Enterprise, UT
Late night in Enterprise on Wednesday
Local time
4:04 AM
MDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Enterprise, UT to Sandy, UT
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
4h 51m
Distance
279.5 mi
450 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 38m
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6 AM
4h 52m
8 AM
5h 19m
10 AM
5h 1m
12 PM
4h 59m
3 PM
5h 3m
5 PM
5h 18m
8 PM
4h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Enterprise, UT
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Sandy, UT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Enterprise, UT to Sandy, UT covers 279.5 miles and takes about 4h 51m 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, West 200 North, Bench Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 236.4 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $44.29 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
139.8 miles from Enterprise, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 32m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 4h 51m drive with frequent turns across 279.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 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 236.4 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 SR 219 / East Main Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 51m drive. You will face about 10 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 (SR 219 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 41.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 278.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 219 / East Main Street
Turn left onto SR 219 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
41.7 mi into trip
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~55m in
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I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
278.1 mi into trip
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~4h 48m in
Take the exit toward SR 209: 9000 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 295
Toward SR 209: 9000 South
7
278.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 49m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 209: Snowbird, Alta, Sandy
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 209: Snowbird, Alta, Sandy
5
278.4 mi into trip
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~4h 49m in
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SR 209 / 9000 South
Turn right onto SR 209 / 9000 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 236.4 mi | 3h 53m |
| West 200 North | 27.5 mi | 32m |
| Bench Road | 8.1 mi | 12m |
| SR 18 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| 200 North | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 9000 South | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 236.4 mi, about 3h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enterprise, UT and Sandy, UT.
1
Start on 100 East
21 ft
·
6 sec
·
100 East
2
Turn left onto SR 219
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on SR 18
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 18
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto Bench Road
8.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Bench Road
5
Continue on South Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
6
Turn right onto SR 56
27 mi
·
32 min
·
West 200 North
7
Continue on SR 56
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
200 North
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 15 North
9
Merge onto I 15
236 mi
·
3 hr 53 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 295
Toward SR 209: 9000 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
332 ft
·
10 sec
Toward SR 209: Snowbird, Alta, Sandy
12
Turn right onto SR 209
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
9000 South
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto US 89
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
State Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto 8800 South
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
8800 South
15
Arrive at destination
8800 South
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 139.8 miles from Enterprise, UT, or about 2h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 236.4 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 139.8 miles or 2h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sandy, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Enterprise, 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 Enterprise, UT
This is one driving day of about 279.5 miles and 4h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Enterprise, 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 236.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 139.8 mi from Enterprise, UT · 2h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
140 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 139.8 miles from Enterprise, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 236.4 miles.
Arriving in Sandy, UT
The final approach into Sandy, 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 Sandy, UT.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.29 one way
$88.58 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
98 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $46.43 | $92.85 |
| premium | $4.53 | $49.86 | $99.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $61.71 | $123.42 |
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: 97.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 83.9 | 1 | $29.35 | $13.42 |
| Efficient EV | 69.9 | 0 | $24.46 | $11.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 111.8 | 1 | $39.13 | $17.89 |
Gas CO2
98 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Sandy, UT
Late night in Sandy on Wednesday
Local time
4:04 AM
MDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Delta, UT
140 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
40 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 51m 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 Enterprise, UT to Sandy, UT covers 279.5 miles and takes about 4h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, West 200 North, Bench Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 139.8 miles from Enterprise, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $44.29 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 51m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 219 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 41.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 278.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Enterprise, UT to Sandy, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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