Origin
Francis, UT
Morning in Francis on Thursday
Local time
9:36 AM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Francis, UT to West Jordan, UT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
55m
Distance
50.4 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
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 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Francis, UT
Vladimir Srajber
West Jordan, UT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Francis, UT to West Jordan, UT covers 50.4 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 $7.99 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 50.4 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 50.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 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 West Jordan, 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 West Jordan, 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 | — | — |
| SR 68 | — | — |
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 West Jordan, 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
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Belt Route
12
Take the exit slight right toward SR 68: Redwood Road
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
SR 68: Redwood Road
13
Keep slight left to continue on SR 68: Redwood Road, South Valley Regional Airport
157 ft
·
6 sec
·
SR 68: Redwood Road, South Valley Regional Airport
14
Turn left onto Redwood Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Redwood Road
15
Turn right onto 7800 South
85 ft
·
2 sec
·
7800 South
16
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.2 mi from Francis, UT · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.2 miles from Francis, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West Jordan, UT
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into West Jordan, 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
$7.99 one way
$15.97 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $8.37 | $16.74 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.99 | $17.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.13 | $22.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.06 | $3.23 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
West Jordan, UT
Morning in West Jordan on Thursday
Local time
9:36 AM
MDT
Current temp
48°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
10 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 West Jordan, UT covers 50.4 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 25.2 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 $7.99 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 West Jordan, 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 West Jordan, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Francis, UT to West Jordan, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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