Origin
Francis, UT
Evening in Francis on Thursday
Local time
5:27 PM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Francis, UT to Sandy, UT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
55m
Distance
47.5 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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.
Francis, UT
Vladimir Srajber
Sandy, UT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Francis, UT to Sandy, UT covers 47.5 miles and takes about 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West 200 South, US 40 West, I 80 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.53 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 47.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 55m drive with frequent turns across 47.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 200 South 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Francis, UT to Sandy, UT is easy. At 55m 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 Francis, UT to Sandy, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 200 South | — | — |
| US 40 West | — | — |
| I 80 West | — | — |
| Dwight D | — | — |
| I 215 South | — | — |
| I 215 | — | — |
| Belt Route | — | — |
| Union Park Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West 200 South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Francis, UT and Sandy, UT.
1
Start on West Main Village Way
20 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Main Village Way
2
Turn left
2.0 mi
·
3 min
3
Turn left onto West 200 South
11 mi
·
15 min
·
West 200 South
4
Take the ramp right toward US 40 West
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
US 40 West
5
Merge slight left
2.5 mi
·
2 min
6
Take the exit slight left toward I 80 West
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 80 West
7
Merge slight right onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
17 mi
·
18 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 215 South
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 215 South
9
Continue on I 215
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 215
10
Keep slight left
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
11
Merge slight left onto Belt Route
7.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Belt Route
12
Take the exit slight right toward Union Park Avenue
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Union Park Avenue
13
Turn right onto Union Park Avenue
295 ft
·
14 sec
·
Union Park Avenue
14
Turn left onto 6600 South
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
6600 South
15
Turn left onto 900 East
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
900 East
16
Continue on 700 East
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
700 East
17
Turn slight right onto East 8610 South
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East 8610 South
18
Turn slight right onto 8680 South
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
8680 South
19
Turn left onto 280 East
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
280 East
20
Turn right onto 8800 South
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
8800 South
21
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.8 mi from Francis, UT · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.8 miles from Francis, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sandy, UT
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Sandy, 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
$7.53 one way
$15.05 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $7.89 | $15.78 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.47 | $16.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.49 | $20.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $4.99 | $2.28 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.16 | $1.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19 | 0 | $6.65 | $3.04 |
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.
Destination
Sandy, UT
Evening in Sandy on Thursday
Local time
5:27 PM
MDT
Current temp
47°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
9 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 Francis, UT to Sandy, UT covers 47.5 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 200 South, US 40 West, I 80 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.8 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 $7.53 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 Francis, UT to Sandy, UT is easy. At 55m 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 Francis, UT to Sandy, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Francis, UT to Sandy, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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