This 94.2-mile drive from Fairview to West Valley City, Utah, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 53 minutes, making it perfect for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily travel on Veterans Memorial Highway, Highway 89, and Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, with about 34% of your journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $15. Given its relatively short distance and duration, this drive is best suited as a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. Both your origin and destination are within the Mountain West region, so you'll experience a consistent regional landscape.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.1 miles from Fairview, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 94.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (34%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, blending faster highway sections with potentially slower, more winding roads as you navigate through Utah's varied terrain. With a 34% highway share, you'll have periods of more direct travel, punctuated by scenic byways like Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 37.2 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a good segment of consistent driving. This route's personality shifts subtly, moving from open highways to roads that might wind through valleys or ascend gently, keeping your time behind the wheel engaging.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 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 37.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 29.3 miles in near US 6; US 89 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 94.2 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 29.3 miles (US 6; US 89 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 43.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 80.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
29.3 mi into trip|~36m in|US 6; US 89 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 89 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
43.4 mi into trip|~53m in
Take the exit toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
8
80.9 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward SR 48, I 215: 7200 South, Belt Route
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 294A-C
Toward SR 48, I 215: 7200 South, Belt Route
8
84.4 mi into trip|~1h 38m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 215 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 294C
Toward I 215 West
7
90.9 mi into trip|~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward SR 171 West: 3500 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 18B
Toward SR 171 West: 3500 South
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Fairview, UT to West Valley City, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Route along the way.
Belt Route
80.9 mi in|~1h 34m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
37.2 mi
39m
Highway 89
28.4 mi
34m
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
10.5 mi
12m
Belt Route
5.8 mi
6m
East US-6
3.6 mi
4m
3500 South
2.4 mi
4m
State Street
1 mi
1m
3650 South
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 37.2 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairview, UT and West Valley City, UT.
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 15
37 mi·39 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
2.6 mi·2 min
Exit 294A-CToward SR 48, I 215: 7200 South, Belt RouteUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·24 sec
Toward I 215
12
Continue on this road
0.7 mi·1 min·this road
Exit 298Toward I 215
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 294CToward I 215 WestUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 215
5.8 mi·6 min·Belt Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·45 sec
Exit 18BToward SR 171 West: 3500 SouthUse the right lane.
16
Turn straight onto SR 171
2.4 mi·4 min·3500 South
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto 4400 West
0.2 mi·32 sec·4400 West
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto 3650 South
0.3 mi·54 sec·3650 South
19
Turn left onto Atlas Way
464 ft·16 sec·Atlas Way
20
Arrive at destination
Atlas Way
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 53-minute drive, consider departing in the morning to maximize your day, especially if you plan to explore West Valley City upon arrival. With no designated stops, you have the flexibility to pull over as needed, though planning for a fuel stop is wise, with an estimated cost of $15. The longest stretch without a break is 37.2 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, so ensure you're comfortable with that duration. Keep an eye on road conditions, particularly if traveling during inclement weather, as Utah's mountain routes can change quickly. Since this is a short, manageable drive, you won't need to split it overnight; focus on enjoying the journey itself.
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 47.1 miles from Fairview, UT, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.2 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 21 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.1 miles or 57m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Valley City, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fairview, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fairview, UT
This is one driving day of about 94.2 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Fairview, 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 37.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.1 mi from Fairview, UT
· 57m into the drive
The midpoint is around 47.1 miles from Fairview, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West Valley City, UT
The final approach into West Valley City, UT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Yamato Japanese Restaurant
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Orem, Utah
Around the midpoint, short detour
1.5 mi from route
~4 min detour
$10 to $20
mile 53.8
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
~17 min detour
$12
near mile 61.7
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.3
0
$9.89
$4.52
Efficient EV
23.6
0
$8.24
$3.77
EV Truck/SUV
37.7
0
$13.19
$6.03
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (67% 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 15, 2026
Origin
Fairview, UT
Late night
in Fairview on Friday
Local time
1:35 AM
MDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
West Valley City, UT
Late night
in West Valley City on Friday
Local time
1:35 AM
MDT
Current temp
49°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
22 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 53m 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 Fairview, UT to West Valley City, UT covers 94.2 miles and takes about 1h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Highway 89, Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.1 miles from Fairview, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.93 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 94.2 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 29.3 miles (US 6; US 89 / Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 43.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 80.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Fairview, UT to West Valley City, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Route along the way.
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.
EV charging comes from the
NREL Alternative Fuels
dataset.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the
methodology page.
