Origin
Highland, UT
Late night in Highland on Wednesday
Local time
2:10 AM
MDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Highland, UT to West Jordan, UT
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
29m
Distance
20.9 mi
34 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
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6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Highland, UT
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West Jordan, UT
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Trip Overview
This quick 20.9-mile drive from Highland to West Jordan, Utah, will only take about 29 minutes, making it a perfect option for a day trip. You'll navigate primarily on Veterans Memorial Highway and Timpanogos Highway Commuter Lane, with a brief stint on 9000 South. With a low estimated fuel cost of $3, this route is budget-friendly. Since it's a short, turn-heavy local drive within the Mountain West region of Utah, you won't need an overnight stay. Consider this a straightforward local commute rather than an epic adventure.
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
10.4 miles from Highland, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 20.9-mile journey. With a 0% highway share, this route is all about navigating local roads and traffic. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 10.7 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. This drive won't feel like a fast-paced highway cruise; instead, be prepared for frequent turns and traffic lights as you make your way through the local landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 10.7 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 5.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 20.9 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 5.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (I 15; US 89 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.6 mi into trip
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~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
6
6.2 mi into trip
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~9m in
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I 15; US 89 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15; US 89 / Veterans Memorial Highway toward Salt Lake City
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Salt Lake City
7
16.9 mi into trip
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~21m in
Take the exit toward SR 209: 9000 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 295
Toward SR 209: 9000 South
7
17.3 mi into trip
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~22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 209: 9000 South, West Jordan
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 209: 9000 South, West Jordan
6
19.4 mi into trip
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~26m in
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SR 68 / Redwood Road
Turn right onto SR 68 / Redwood Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Highland, UT and West Jordan, UT, road signs point toward Salt Lake City and Jordan.
Salt Lake City
6.2 mi in
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~9m
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via I 15; US 89
Jordan
17.3 mi in
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~22m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 10.7 mi | 11m |
| Timpanogos Highway Commuter Lane | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| 9000 South | 2 mi | 3m |
| Redwood Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Timpanogos Highway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North 5600 West | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West 10680 North | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 7800 South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 10.7 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Highland, UT and West Jordan, UT.
1
Start on West 10680 North
0.1 mi
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33 sec
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West 10680 North
2
Turn left onto North 5600 West
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North 5600 West
3
Turn left onto SR 92
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Timpanogos Highway
4
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 92
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Timpanogos Highway Commuter Lane
5
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 15; US 89
11 mi
·
11 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward Salt Lake City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 295
Toward SR 209: 9000 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
507 ft
·
14 sec
Toward SR 209: 9000 South, West Jordan
9
Turn slight left onto SR 209
2.0 mi
·
3 min
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9000 South
10
Turn right onto SR 68
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Redwood Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn left onto SR 48
86 ft
·
1 sec
·
7800 South
Use the left lane.
12
Arrive at destination
SR 48
Trip Plan
Given the short 29-minute duration and 20.9-mile distance, this drive offers plenty of flexibility. You can easily depart at your convenience without needing to worry about splitting the trip. The estimated fuel cost is a very manageable $3, so you won't need to plan extensive fuel stops. Pay attention to traffic signals and local road conditions, especially on the 9000 South section, as this is a turn-heavy local drive. The longest continuous stretch is just over 10 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, so keep an eye on your surroundings during that segment.
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 10.4 miles from Highland, UT, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.7 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 20.9 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.4 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Jordan, 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 20.9 miles and 29m.
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 Veterans Memorial Highway for about 10.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.4 mi from Highland, UT · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 20.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.4 miles from Highland, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West Jordan, UT
The final approach into West Jordan, 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 West Jordan, 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
$3.31 one way
$6.62 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $3.47 | $6.94 |
| premium | $4.53 | $3.73 | $7.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.61 | $9.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.19 | $1.00 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $0.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.93 | $1.34 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Late night in West Jordan on Wednesday
Local time
2:10 AM
MDT
Current temp
44°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
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
29m 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 West Jordan, UT covers 20.9 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Timpanogos Highway Commuter Lane, 9000 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.4 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 $3.31 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 9 significant decision points across 20.9 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 5.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (I 15; US 89 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Highland, UT and West Jordan, UT, road signs point toward Salt Lake City and Jordan.
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