Trip from Hooper, UT to Provo, UT

Drive Time

1h 21m

Distance

79.7 mi

128 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 19 min
4 AM
1h 15m ★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Hooper, UT, UT

Hooper, UT

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Downtown Provo, UT, UT

Provo, UT

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Trip Overview

Spanning 79.7 miles, this trek from Hooper to Provo is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 21 minutes. Since it is a relatively short trip, you can easily complete it in a single day, making it an efficient option for travelers moving through the Mountain West. Budgeting around $12 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the drive. The route avoids major interstates entirely, relying on local roads like 5900 West, 5000 West, and 1800 North to get you to your destination. Because there are no scheduled stops, you have the flexibility to manage your own pace without needing to plan for an overnight stay.

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

39.9 miles from Hooper, UT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will find yourself navigating a series of turns on local thoroughfares, which keeps the experience feeling active and engaged from start to finish. Because the longest stretch of road is 0 miles on 5900 West, you should prepare for frequent navigational adjustments rather than long, uninterrupted stretches of cruising. The character of this trip is defined by its local, road-level perspective of the region. It is a practical way to connect these two Utah cities while avoiding the congestion often associated with major high-speed corridors.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
5900 West 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.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Hooper, UT to Provo, UT is easy. At 1h 21m 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 Hooper, UT to Provo, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
5900 West Unavailable Refreshing
5000 West Unavailable Refreshing
1800 North Unavailable Refreshing
4500 West Unavailable Refreshing
West Davis Corridor Unavailable Refreshing
I 15 South Unavailable Refreshing
Veterans Memorial Highway Unavailable Refreshing
SR 114 Unavailable Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: 5900 West — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hooper, UT and Provo, UT.

1

Start on 5500 South

95 ft · 7 sec · 5500 South
2

Turn left onto 5900 West

0.8 mi · 1 min · 5900 West
3

Continue on 5000 West

0.9 mi · 1 min · 5000 West
4

Turn straight onto 1800 North

0.5 mi · 53 sec · 1800 North
5

Turn right onto 4500 West

2.2 mi · 4 min · 4500 West
6

Turn left

0.9 mi · 1 min
7

Turn right onto West Davis Corridor

16 mi · 18 min · West Davis Corridor
8

Keep slight left to continue on I 15 South: Salt Lake City

0.9 mi · 59 sec · I 15 South: Salt Lake City
9

Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

7.9 mi · 8 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
10

Keep slight left to continue on Veterans Memorial Highway

8.2 mi · 8 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
11

Keep slight left to continue on Veterans Memorial Highway

39 mi · 42 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
12

Take the exit slight right toward SR 114: Provo, Center Street

0.2 mi · 32 sec · SR 114: Provo, Center Street
13

Continue on West Center Street

1.1 mi · 1 min · West Center Street
14

Turn left onto North 500 West

518 ft · 15 sec · North 500 West
15

Turn right onto 100 North

0.6 mi · 1 min · 100 North
16

Turn right onto North 100 East

479 ft · 19 sec · North 100 East
17

Turn right onto Center Street

466 ft · 29 sec · Center Street
18

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a compact drive, you have the freedom to depart whenever fits your schedule best without worrying about long-haul fatigue. Keep in mind that because this route relies exclusively on local roads, your travel time can be sensitive to local traffic patterns and the frequent turns required by the path. Ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you head out, as the $12 estimated cost is based on a direct, efficient trip. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation system active and ready, as the reliance on local roads like 1800 North and 5000 West means you will be making multiple turns to stay on track. Enjoy the flexibility that comes with a shorter trip that doesn't require complex planning or overnight accommodations.

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 39.9 miles from Hooper, UT, or about 40m into the drive.

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 79.7 miles or 1h 21m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 39.9 miles or 40m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 8m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Provo, UT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Hooper, 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 Hooper, UT

This is one driving day of about 79.7 miles and 1h 21m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hooper, 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.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 39.9 mi from Hooper, UT · 40m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Salt Lake City, UT

40 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

Spanish Fork, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 79.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Salt Lake City, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 39.9 miles from Hooper, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Provo, UT

The final approach into Provo, 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 Provo, 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

$12.63 one way

$25.26 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.23 $13.28 $26.55
premium $4.53 $14.21 $28.42
diesel $5.64 $17.71 $35.41

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 27.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 23.9 0 $8.37 $3.83
Efficient EV 19.9 0 $6.97 $3.19
EV Truck/SUV 31.9 0 $11.16 $5.10

Gas CO2

28 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (68% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Hooper, UT

Afternoon in Hooper on Sunday

Local time

1:48 PM

MDT

Current temp

42°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Provo, UT

Afternoon in Provo on Sunday

Local time

1:48 PM

MDT

Current temp

39°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

3 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

1h 21m 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 Hooper, UT to Provo, UT covers 79.7 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 5900 West, 5000 West, 1800 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.9 miles from Hooper, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.63 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 Hooper, UT to Provo, UT is easy. At 1h 21m 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 Hooper, UT to Provo, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hooper, UT to Provo, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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