Origin
Francis, UT
Afternoon in Francis on Thursday
Local time
1:47 PM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Francis, UT to Ogden, UT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 32m
Distance
70 mi
113 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
★
6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Francis, UT
Vladimir Srajber
Ogden, UT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Francis, UT to Ogden, UT covers 70 miles and takes about 1h 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 84, SR 32, Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.4 miles on I 84. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.09 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35 miles from Francis, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 70 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 32m highway drive covering 70 miles, with most of the trip on I 84 and SR 32. The longest continuous stretch is about 31.4 miles on I 84.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 31.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and SR 32. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 18 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70 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: at 18 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.3 miles (I 80; US 189 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
18 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the ramp toward I 80 East: Cheyenne
Navigation decision point
Toward I 80 East: Cheyenne
5
18.3 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
I 80; US 189 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge onto I 80; US 189 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
30.3 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward I 84 West: Ogden
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 168
Toward I 84 West: Ogden
5
62.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward US 89 North: Ogden
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 87B
Toward US 89 North: Ogden
5
62.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
US 89
Turn right onto US 89
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 31.4 mi | 33m |
| SR 32 | 18 mi | 31m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 12 mi | 12m |
| US 89 | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Washington Boulevard | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| 24th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Main Village Way | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 31.4 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Francis, UT and Ogden, UT.
1
Start on SR 32
18 ft
·
7 sec
·
West Main Village Way
2
Turn left onto SR 32
11 mi
·
18 min
·
SR 32
3
Turn slight right onto SR 32
7.5 mi
·
12 min
·
SR 32
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 80 East: Cheyenne
5
Merge onto I 80; US 189
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 168
Toward I 84 West: Ogden
7
Continue on I 84
31 mi
·
33 min
·
I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 87B
Toward US 89 North: Ogden
9
Turn right onto US 89
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
US 89
Use the left lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Washington Boulevard
11
Turn left onto SR 53
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
24th Street
12
Arrive at destination
SR 53
Trip Plan
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 35 miles from Francis, UT, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.4 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 15 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35 miles or 50m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ogden, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Francis, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Francis, UT
This is one driving day of about 70 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Francis, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 84 for about 31.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35 mi from Francis, UT · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35 miles from Francis, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ogden, UT
The final approach into Ogden, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.09 one way
$22.19 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $11.63 | $23.25 |
| premium | $4.53 | $12.49 | $24.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.46 | $30.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21 | 0 | $7.35 | $3.36 |
| Efficient EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28 | 0 | $9.80 | $4.48 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Ogden, UT
Afternoon in Ogden on Thursday
Local time
1:47 PM
MDT
Current temp
62°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
24 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
1h 32m 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 Francis, UT to Ogden, UT covers 70 miles and takes about 1h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 84, SR 32, Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35 miles from Francis, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.09 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 70 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 18 miles: Navigation decision point; at 18.3 miles (I 80; US 189 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Francis, UT to Ogden, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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