Trip from Farr West, UT to West Valley City, UT

Drive Time

51m

Distance

48.7 mi

78 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$8

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 13 min
4 AM
0h 47m ★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown West Valley City, UT, UT

West Valley City, UT

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Trip Overview

Spanning 48.7 miles through the Mountain West, this trip from Farr West to West Valley City is a straightforward commute that typically takes about 51 minutes. Since the entire distance is easily manageable in a single day, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated travel logistics. Budgeting around $7 for fuel should cover your needs for the one-way journey. You will primarily utilize I-15 South and the Veterans Memorial Highway to make your way between these two Utah cities. Because the drive is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a quick, practical transit rather than a multi-day excursion.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

24.4 miles from Farr West, UT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate through the region. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route requires you to be mindful of frequent transitions, particularly when navigating Pioneer Road. Because there are no stretches of uninterrupted highway driving, you won't find yourself cruising for long periods without needing to adjust your course. The road's personality is defined by its local character rather than high-speed highway segments, making it a more engaged driving experience. You will spend your time moving through the local infrastructure rather than settling into a long-distance highway rhythm.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pioneer Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Farr West, UT to West Valley City, UT is easy. At 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Farr West, UT to West Valley City, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Pioneer Road Unavailable Refreshing
I 15 South Unavailable Refreshing
Veterans Memorial Highway Unavailable Refreshing
Legacy Parkway Unavailable Refreshing
Belt Route Unavailable Refreshing
SR 171 Unavailable Refreshing
3500 South Unavailable Refreshing
4400 West Unavailable Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: Pioneer Road — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Farr West, UT and West Valley City, UT.

1

Start on 2000 West

2.0 mi · 3 min · 2000 West
2

Turn left onto Pioneer Road

289 ft · 8 sec · Pioneer Road
3

Take the ramp right toward I 15 South, I 84 East: Salt Lake City

0.4 mi · 53 sec · I 15 South, I 84 East: Salt Lake City
4

Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

5.5 mi · 5 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
5

Keep slight left to continue on Veterans Memorial Highway

16 mi · 17 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
6

Take the exit slight right toward Legacy Parkway

0.8 mi · 54 sec · Legacy Parkway
7

Continue on Legacy Parkway

11 mi · 13 min · Legacy Parkway
8

Merge slight right onto Belt Route

9.0 mi · 9 min · Belt Route
9

Take the exit slight right toward SR 171: 3500 South

0.3 mi · 33 sec · SR 171: 3500 South
10

Turn right onto 3500 South

2.3 mi · 4 min · 3500 South
11

Turn left onto 4400 West

0.2 mi · 33 sec · 4400 West
12

Turn right onto 3650 South

0.3 mi · 55 sec · 3650 South
13

Turn left onto Atlas Way

466 ft · 16 sec · Atlas Way
14

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the 51-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a wise move. Because there are no planned stops, you should ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave, as the $7 estimated fuel cost reflects a direct, non-stop transit. Since the longest stretch on Pioneer Road is negligible, you won't have long, empty segments to contend with, allowing you to easily manage your pace. Keep a close eye on your navigation during the turn-heavy sections to ensure you stay on the correct path toward West Valley City. The primary advantage of this trip is its brevity, so don't feel pressured to rush the drive.

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 24.4 miles from Farr West, UT, or about 25m into the drive.

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 48.7 miles or 51m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 24.4 miles or 25m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 43m

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 Farr West, 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 Farr West, UT

This is one driving day of about 48.7 miles and 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Farr West, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 24.4 mi from Farr West, UT · 25m into the drive

Downtown Centerville, UT, UT

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Centerville, UT

24 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

Taylorsville, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 48.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Centerville, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 24.4 miles from Farr West, 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.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around West Valley City, UT.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$7.72 one way

$15.43 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 17 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.23 $8.11 $16.22
premium $4.53 $8.68 $17.37
diesel $5.64 $10.82 $21.64

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$8

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$33–$58

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 14.6 0 $5.11 $2.34
Efficient EV 12.2 0 $4.26 $1.95
EV Truck/SUV 19.5 0 $6.82 $3.12

Gas CO2

17 kg

EV CO2

6 kg (65% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Farr West, UT

Afternoon in Farr West on Sunday

Local time

4:29 PM

MDT

Current temp

42°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

West Valley City, UT

Afternoon in West Valley City on Sunday

Local time

4:29 PM

MDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

44°F

Centerville, UT

24 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

4 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

51m 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 Farr West, UT to West Valley City, UT covers 48.7 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pioneer Road, I 15 South, Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.4 miles from Farr West, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.72 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 Farr West, UT to West Valley City, UT is easy. At 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Farr West, UT to West Valley City, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Farr West, UT to West Valley City, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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