This 107.6-mile drive from Ephraim, UT to West Jordan, UT is a manageable day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes to complete. You'll primarily navigate Veterans Memorial Highway and SR 132, with a smaller portion on Duck Springs Drive. With a fuel cost estimated at $17, it's an economical journey within the Mountain West region. The route is characterized by frequent turns, making it a more involved local drive rather than a simple highway cruise. Given its duration and straightforward nature, it's perfectly suited for a single day of travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.8 miles from Ephraim, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 6m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 107.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only about 7% of the journey on highways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 69.7 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a solid period of consistent driving before the road begins to change. This isn't a monotonous interstate experience; rather, it's a more engaging drive that requires attention to navigation as you transition between Veterans Memorial Highway, Duck Springs Drive, and SR 132. The road's personality shifts as you move through different local sections.
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.
Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 69.7 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 around 33.9 miles in near I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 5m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 33.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 103.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 104 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
33.9 mi into trip|~46m in|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
103.6 mi into trip|~1h 58m 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
104 mi into trip|~1h 58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 209: 9000 South, West Jordan
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 209: 9000 South, West Jordan
6
106.1 mi into trip|~2h 2m in|SR 68 / Redwood Road
Turn right onto SR 68 / Redwood Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
107.6 mi into trip|~2h 5m in|SR 48 / 7800 South
Turn left onto SR 48 / 7800 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
69.7 mi
1h 11m
Duck Springs Drive
20.8 mi
27m
SR 132
7.3 mi
9m
Main Street
5.4 mi
8m
9000 South
2 mi
3m
Redwood Road
1.5 mi
2m
Center Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
7800 South
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 69.7 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ephraim, UT and West Jordan, UT.
1
Start on SR 290
238 ft·10 sec·Center Street
2
Turn right onto US 89
4.7 mi·6 min·Main Street
3
Turn left onto SR 132
7.3 mi·9 min·SR 132
4
Turn left onto SR 132
0.8 mi·1 min·Main Street
5
Continue on SR 132
21 mi·27 min·Duck Springs Drive
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 15 North
7
Merge onto I 15
70 mi·1 hr 11 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Exit 295Toward SR 209: 9000 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
507 ft·14 sec
Toward SR 209: 9000 South, West Jordan
10
Turn slight left onto SR 209
2.0 mi·3 min·9000 South
11
Turn right onto SR 68
1.5 mi·2 min·Redwood Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto SR 48
86 ft·1 sec·7800 South
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
SR 48
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience, though an early start can help you beat any potential local traffic. With only 107.6 miles, you won't need to plan for overnight stops, and the $17 fuel cost is quite reasonable. Keep an eye on your navigation, as the route involves several turns, especially on Duck Springs Drive and SR 132. A good tip is to ensure your GPS is updated for the most accurate turn-by-turn directions, as some of the local road segments might be less familiar.
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 53.8 miles from Ephraim, UT, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.7 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 24 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.8 miles or 1h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Jordan, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ephraim, 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 Ephraim, UT
This is one driving day of about 107.6 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Ephraim, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 69.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.8 mi from Ephraim, UT
· 1h 6m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.05 one way
$34.10 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$17.87
$35.75
premium
$4.53
$19.19
$38.39
diesel
$5.61
$23.76
$47.51
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.3
0
$11.30
$5.16
Efficient EV
26.9
0
$9.42
$4.30
EV Truck/SUV
43
0
$15.06
$6.89
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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 as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Ephraim, UT
Late night
in Ephraim on Friday
Local time
1:48 AM
MDT
Current temp
15°F
Snow Showers Likely
N 7 to 12 mph56% chanceLive forecast
Destination
West Jordan, UT
Late night
in West Jordan on Friday
Local time
1:48 AM
MDT
Current temp
48°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
33 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
2h 5m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Ephraim, UT to West Jordan, UT covers 107.6 miles and takes about 2h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Duck Springs Drive, SR 132. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.8 miles from Ephraim, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.05 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 is a straightforward 2h 5m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 33.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 103.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 104 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Ephraim, UT to West Jordan, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the
methodology page.
