Origin
Fillmore, UT
Afternoon in Fillmore on Sunday
Local time
12:42 PM
MDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Drive Time
2h 20m
Distance
134.1 mi
216 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
Photo: Hisham Zayadneh
Spanning 134.1 miles across the Mountain West, this trip from Fillmore to West Jordan typically takes about 2 hours and 20 minutes of driving time. Because the journey is relatively short, you can easily complete it as a straightforward day trip without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget approximately $21 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Utah locations. The route relies on a combination of Veterans Memorial Highway, 9000 South, and Redwood Road rather than a single interstate path. It is a practical, manageable drive that connects rural Utah to the suburban landscape of the Salt Lake Valley, making it ideal for those who prefer a direct, no-nonsense commute.
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
67.1 miles from Fillmore, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that lacks the monotony of a purely interstate experience. While you will spend 128.2 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, the route transitions into local surface streets as you reach your destination. With 0% of the trip strictly classified as highway-share, you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience with frequent speed changes and navigation through local corridors. The character of the road shifts from open stretches to the more structured, stop-and-go environment of Redwood Road and 9000 South. This profile demands your full attention, as the lack of highway-only driving means you will be navigating through various intersections rather than cruising on a singular, high-speed thoroughfare.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near I 15 Bus; SR 99 / North Main Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 134.1 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (I 15 Bus; SR 99 / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 130.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto I 15 Bus; SR 99 / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 209: 9000 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 209: 9000 South, West Jordan
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto SR 68 / Redwood Road
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 128.2 mi | 2h 9m |
| 9000 South | 2 mi | 3m |
| Redwood Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 7800 South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Center Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Fillmore, UT and West Jordan, UT.
Start on East Center Street
Turn right onto I 15 Bus; SR 99
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 15
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn slight left onto SR 209
Turn right onto SR 68
Turn left onto SR 48
Arrive at destination
Since this is a compact 2-hour and 20-minute journey, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 134.1-mile stretch in one go, as there are no mandated stops required by the duration of the trip. However, keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the final segments means you should stay alert as you transition away from the longer stretches of Veterans Memorial Highway. If you prefer to avoid the busy suburban traffic near West Jordan, aim to time your arrival outside of typical morning or evening commute windows. Having your fuel budget of $21 ready before you leave Fillmore ensures you won't need to hunt for stations during the final, more localized portion of your 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.
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 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.1 miles or 1h 9m 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Jordan, UT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Fillmore, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Fillmore, UT
This is one driving day of about 134.1 miles and 2h 20m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 67.1 mi from Fillmore, UT · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 67.1 miles from Fillmore, 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 128.2 miles.
The final approach into West Jordan, 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 Jordan, 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.
Regular Gas
$21.25 one way
$42.50 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $22.34 | $44.68 |
| premium | $4.53 | $23.91 | $47.82 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.79 | $59.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.2 | 0 | $14.08 | $6.44 |
| Efficient EV | 33.5 | 0 | $11.73 | $5.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.6 | 0 | $18.77 | $8.58 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Fillmore on Sunday
Local time
12:42 PM
MDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in West Jordan on Sunday
Local time
12:42 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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