Origin
Grantsville, UT
Afternoon in Grantsville on Sunday
Local time
1:51 PM
MDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grantsville, UT to Riverton, UT
Drive Time
59m
Distance
42.8 mi
69 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grantsville, UT
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Riverton, UT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Grantsville to Riverton, you are looking at a manageable 42.8-mile trip that typically takes about 59 minutes behind the wheel. Because the duration is under an hour, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You can expect to spend approximately $7 on fuel for the journey, making it a very cost-effective commute within the Mountain West region. You will primarily utilize West Main Street, the Mountain View Corridor, and SR 201 to navigate between these two points. It is a straightforward drive that prioritizes efficiency over sightseeing, ideal for those who need to get from point A to point B without unnecessary hassle.
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
21.4 miles from Grantsville, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous cruise down an interstate. While about 25% of your trip is spent on highways, the remainder of the route shifts through local roads, requiring frequent adjustments to your speed. Your longest uninterrupted stretch lasts for 9.1 miles along West Main Street, providing a brief window of consistency before the road profile changes. The character of the drive is practical and functional, lacking the long-distance highway stretches that define cross-country travel. You will find that the road conditions vary as you transition between the different transit corridors, so stay alert to the shifting traffic patterns throughout the 59-minute duration.
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.
West Main Street is the longest continuous segment at about 9.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 42.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 16.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.5 miles (SR 85 / Mountain View Corridor): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
9.1 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 East: Salt Lake City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 80 East: Salt Lake City
7
16.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward SR 201 East: 2100 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 102
Toward SR 201 East: 2100 South
6
30.5 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
SR 85 / Mountain View Corridor
Turn right onto SR 85 / Mountain View Corridor
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
42.8 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
SR 68 / Redwood Road
Turn right onto SR 68 / Redwood Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
42.8 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Main Street | 9.1 mi | 13m |
| Mountain View Corridor | 8.7 mi | 11m |
| SR 201 | 7.2 mi | 9m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 6.6 mi | 6m |
| Highway 111 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| 12600 South | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| 8400 West | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| 6200 South | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
West Main Street
— 9.1 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grantsville, UT and Riverton, UT.
1
Start on SR 138
9.1 mi
·
13 min
·
West Main Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 80 East: Salt Lake City
3
Merge onto I 80
6.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 102
Toward SR 201 East: 2100 South
Use the slight right lane.
5
Continue on SR 201
7.2 mi
·
9 min
·
SR 201
6
Take the exit
193 ft
·
6 sec
Toward SR 111
7
Turn straight onto SR 111
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
8400 West
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on SR 111
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Highway 111
Use the none lane.
9
Turn left onto 6200 South
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
6200 South
10
Turn right onto SR 85
8.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Mountain View Corridor
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto 12600 South
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
12600 South
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right onto SR 68
152 ft
·
5 sec
·
Redwood Road
Use the right lane.
13
Turn right
64 ft
·
4 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule rather than rushing to beat the clock. You won't need to worry about planning for intermediate stops, as the 42.8-mile distance is quick enough to complete in one go. Keep your $7 fuel budget in mind when filling up, as prices can fluctuate depending on where you start your journey. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, try to avoid peak traffic hours to ensure your trip stays within that 59-minute window. A pro tip for this specific drive is to double-check your GPS before hitting West Main Street, as the transitions onto the Mountain View Corridor and SR 201 can be frequent and require quick navigation.
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 21.4 miles from Grantsville, UT, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.1 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 42.8 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.4 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Riverton, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Grantsville, 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 Grantsville, UT
This is one driving day of about 42.8 miles and 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Grantsville, 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.
The longest stretch is on West Main Street for about 9.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.4 mi from Grantsville, UT · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.4 miles from Grantsville, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Riverton, UT
The final approach into Riverton, 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 Riverton, 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
$6.78 one way
$13.56 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $7.13 | $14.26 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.63 | $15.26 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.51 | $19.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.74 | $1.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.99 | $2.74 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Riverton, UT
Afternoon in Riverton on Sunday
Local time
1:51 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°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
1 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
59m 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 Grantsville, UT to Riverton, UT covers 42.8 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Main Street, Mountain View Corridor, SR 201. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.4 miles from Grantsville, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.78 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 is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 42.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 16.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.5 miles (SR 85 / Mountain View Corridor): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Grantsville, UT to Riverton, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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