Origin
Highland, UT
Afternoon in Highland on Sunday
Local time
1:57 PM
MDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Highland, UT to Salt Lake City, UT
Drive Time
22m
Distance
15.1 mi
24 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Highland to Salt Lake City, you can expect a quick, straightforward 15.1-mile journey. This highway-focused drive takes approximately 22 minutes, making it a perfect one-day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting around $2 for fuel should comfortably cover your gas needs for this short trek. Since both cities are located within the Mountain West region of Utah, you will experience a consistent high-desert climate throughout your transit. This route is an efficient way to connect the two areas, prioritizing speed and direct access over scenic wandering.
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
7.6 miles from Highland, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
You will spend roughly 78% of your time on highways, giving this trip a distinctly fast-paced, utilitarian feel. The most significant portion of your drive involves a 10.1-mile uninterrupted stretch along SR 201, which keeps the momentum high as you transition toward your destination. You will navigate a mix of road types, including I-15 ALT and West Temple Street, as you move from the suburban outskirts into the city center. Expect a smooth, consistent experience behind the wheel that favors efficiency over technical turns or complex navigation.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 201 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on SR 201 and I 15 ALT. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Magna Main Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 15.1 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 0.5 miles (Magna Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (SR 201): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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Magna Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto Magna Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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SR 201
Merge onto SR 201
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
11.2 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward I 15 North, I 80 West: Salt Lake, Reno
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 15 North, I 80 West: Salt Lake, Reno
8
12.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 1300 South, West Temple
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward 1300 South, West Temple
7
15.1 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Highland, UT and Salt Lake City, UT, road signs point toward Reno and Temple.
Reno
11.2 mi in
|
~15m
Temple
12.1 mi in
|
~17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 201 | 10.1 mi | 12m |
| I 15 ALT | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| West Temple Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| 9180 West | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 9050 West | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 400 South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Magna Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
SR 201
— 10.1 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Highland, UT and Salt Lake City, UT.
1
Start on 9050 West
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
9050 West
2
At end of road, turn left onto Magna Main Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Magna Main Street
3
Turn right onto 9180 West
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
9180 West
4
Take the ramp
276 ft
·
7 sec
Toward SR 201 Eastbound
5
Merge onto SR 201
10 mi
·
12 min
·
SR 201
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 15 North, I 80 West: Salt Lake, Reno
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward 1300 South, West Temple
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 15 ALT
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 15 ALT
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
9
Continue on I 15 ALT
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 15 ALT
Exit 305D
Toward West Temple
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on SR 270
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
West Temple Street
Use the none lane.
11
Turn right onto US 89
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
400 South
12
Turn left onto Main Street
80 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 22-minute excursion, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning stops or rest breaks given the brevity of the 15.1-mile distance. Keep in mind that because this route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, traffic patterns on SR 201 can fluctuate depending on the time of day. Aim to check local traffic reports before you head out to ensure the smoothest possible transition onto West Temple Street. With no mandatory stops required, you can easily complete this drive in one go without any extra logistical preparation.
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 7.6 miles from Highland, UT, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.1 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 15.1 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.6 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Salt Lake City, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Highland, 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 Highland, UT
This is one driving day of about 15.1 miles and 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Highland, 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 SR 201 for about 10.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.6 mi from Highland, UT · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 15.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.6 miles from Highland, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Salt Lake City, UT
The final approach into Salt Lake City, 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 Salt Lake City, 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
$2.39 one way
$4.79 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $2.52 | $5.03 |
| premium | $4.53 | $2.69 | $5.38 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.35 | $6.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.59 | $0.72 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6 | 0 | $2.11 | $0.97 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Salt Lake City, UT
Afternoon in Salt Lake City on Sunday
Local time
1:57 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
8 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
22m 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 Highland, UT to Salt Lake City, UT covers 15.1 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 201, I 15 ALT, West Temple Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.6 miles from Highland, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.39 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 10 significant decision points across 15.1 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 0.5 miles (Magna Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (SR 201): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Highland, UT and Salt Lake City, UT, road signs point toward Reno and Temple.
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