Origin
Eureka, UT
Evening in Eureka on Wednesday
Local time
7:44 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eureka, UT to Parley, UT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
55m
Distance
36.1 mi
58 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eureka, UT
Ivan S
Parley, UT
Viviana Ceballos
Trip Overview
This 36.1-mile drive from Eureka to Parley, Utah, takes about 55 minutes and is easily manageable as a day trip. You'll navigate through the Mountain West region of Utah on a mix of roads, with about half of your journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this short trip is around $6. Given the short distance and duration, this route offers a flexible way to travel between these two points, allowing for spontaneous stops or a direct transit. It's a straightforward journey that doesn't require extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
18.1 miles from Eureka, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 48% of your travel on highways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 17.8 miles along the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. You'll also be on Old Highway 148 and SR 132, suggesting a varied driving experience. This isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; rather, it's a combination of faster-paced highway sections and potentially more winding or local road segments as you transition between them. The character of the road will likely change as you progress, offering different driving dynamics.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 17.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Eureka, UT to Parley, UT is easy. At 55m with 48% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (Dublin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Hatfield Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
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Dublin Avenue
Turn right onto Dublin Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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Hatfield Avenue
Turn right onto Hatfield Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 6 / Main Street
Turn left onto US 6 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
27.9 mi into trip
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~45m in
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SR 132
At end of road, turn right onto SR 132
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 17.8 mi | 20m |
| Old Highway 148 | 9.3 mi | 22m |
| SR 132 | 8.2 mi | 9m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Dublin Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hatfield Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
— 17.8 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eureka, UT and Parley, UT.
1
Start on this road
137 ft
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14 sec
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this road
2
Turn left
66 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn right onto Dublin Avenue
391 ft
·
19 sec
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Dublin Avenue
4
Turn right onto Hatfield Avenue
283 ft
·
17 sec
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Hatfield Avenue
5
Turn left onto US 6
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Main Street
6
Continue on US 6
18 mi
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20 min
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Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
7
Turn left onto CR 1812
9.3 mi
·
22 min
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Old Highway 148
8
At end of road, turn right onto SR 132
8.2 mi
·
9 min
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SR 132
9
Arrive at destination
SR 132
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just 55 minutes, this 36.1-mile trip offers considerable flexibility. You can easily depart Eureka at your leisure, perhaps after a mid-morning coffee, and arrive in Parley well before lunchtime. There are no designated stops mentioned, so plan your own breaks as needed, keeping in mind the modest fuel cost of $6. A practical tip for this specific drive would be to stay aware of the transition points between SR 132 and Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, as this is where the driving character is most likely to shift.
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 18.1 miles from Eureka, UT, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.8 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 36 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.1 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Parley, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Eureka, UT.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Eureka, UT
This is one driving day of about 36.1 miles and 55m.
At 36.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway for about 17.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.1 mi from Eureka, UT · 22m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
First break window
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Halfway reset
Meal breakThe midpoint is around 18.1 miles from Eureka, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Parley, UT
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Parley, 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
$5.72 one way
$11.44 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $6.00 | $11.99 |
| premium | $4.53 | $6.44 | $12.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.97 | $15.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Parley, UT
Evening in Parley on Wednesday
Local time
7:44 PM
MDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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
55m 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 Eureka, UT to Parley, UT covers 36.1 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, Old Highway 148, SR 132. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.1 miles from Eureka, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.72 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 Eureka, UT to Parley, UT is easy. At 55m with 48% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (Dublin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Hatfield Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Eureka, UT to Parley, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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