Origin
Hurricane, UT
Afternoon in Hurricane on Sunday
Local time
12:39 PM
MDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hurricane, UT to Salt Lake City, UT
Drive Time
4h 4m
Distance
290.9 mi
468 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$46
one way
Trip Overview
Traveling from Hurricane to Salt Lake City covers 290.9 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 4 minutes of driving time. Because this route relies on local roads like West 100 South, South 100 East, and East State Street rather than major interstates, it functions best as a focused, one-day journey. You should budget approximately $45 for fuel to complete the trip. While it is entirely within the Mountain West region of Utah, the turn-heavy nature of the drive makes it feel more involved than a standard highway cruise. Plan for at least one stop to break up the drive, as the winding local roads require more consistent attention than a typical high-speed transit route.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
145.5 miles from Hurricane, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very different experience than a standard interstate commute, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will be navigating a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full focus from start to finish. Because there are no long highway stretches, your longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on West 100 South, keeping you engaged with constant maneuvering. The road's personality is defined by its reliance on local thoroughfares, which creates a more intimate, albeit more demanding, driving environment. Be prepared for frequent speed changes and navigation shifts as you transition between these specific local roads throughout the 290.9-mile journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 100 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 4m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hurricane, UT to Salt Lake City, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 100 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South 100 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East State Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Toquer Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Toquerville Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 15 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 600 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West 100 South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hurricane, UT and Salt Lake City, UT.
1
Start on S 100 W
52 ft
·
8 sec
·
S 100 W
2
Continue on West 100 South
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
West 100 South
3
Continue on South 100 East
525 ft
·
16 sec
·
South 100 East
4
Turn right onto East State Street
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
East State Street
5
Continue on Toquer Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Toquer Boulevard
6
Continue on Toquerville Parkway
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Toquerville Parkway
7
Turn slight right onto I 15 North
433 ft
·
16 sec
·
I 15 North
8
Take the ramp straight toward I 15 North
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 15 North
9
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
280 mi
·
4 hr 35 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
10
Take the exit slight right toward 600 South
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
600 South
11
Continue on SR 269: 600 South
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 269: 600 South
12
Turn left onto West Temple
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Temple
13
Turn right onto 400 South
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
400 South
14
Turn left onto Main Street
79 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a 4-hour and 4-minute trek across local roads, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid the fatigue that can come with constant turning and navigation. Flexibility is your greatest advantage here, so use your one recommended stop to refuel and stretch your legs, ensuring you stay alert for the more technical portions of the drive. Keep your $45 fuel budget in mind when planning your refueling intervals, as local roads can sometimes impact your vehicle's efficiency differently than high-speed cruising. Given the lack of long highway stretches, pay close attention to your GPS directions at every intersection to avoid missing a turn on the local road network. Staying hydrated and pacing yourself will make the 290.9-mile trip much more manageable.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 145.5 miles from Hurricane, UT, or about 2h 2m 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 80 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 145.5 miles or 2h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 20m
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 Hurricane, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Hurricane, UT
This is one driving day of about 290.9 miles and 4h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hurricane, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 145.5 mi from Hurricane, UT · 2h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
145 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 145.5 miles from Hurricane, 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
$46.10 one way
$92.19 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
102 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $48.46 | $96.91 |
| premium | $4.53 | $51.87 | $103.74 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $64.63 | $129.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 101.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 87.3 | 1 | $30.54 | $13.96 |
| Efficient EV | 72.7 | 0 | $25.45 | $11.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 116.4 | 1 | $40.73 | $18.62 |
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
12:39 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
36°F
Delta, UT
145 mi in
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
6 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
4h 4m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Hurricane, UT to Salt Lake City, UT covers 290.9 miles and takes about 4h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 100 South, South 100 East, East State Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 145.5 miles from Hurricane, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $46.10 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 4m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hurricane, UT to Salt Lake City, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hurricane, UT to Salt Lake City, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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