Origin
Hyrum, UT
Afternoon in Hyrum on Sunday
Local time
3:06 PM
MDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hyrum, UT to Murray, UT
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
84.4 mi
136 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
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6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hyrum, UT
Ankit Bisht
Murray, UT
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
Spanning 84.4 miles through the Mountain West, this trip from Hyrum to Murray typically takes about 1 hour and 36 minutes. Because of the manageable duration, it is perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via Veterans Memorial Highway, US 89, and 300 North to complete the journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, it is an economical route for those traveling between these two Utah locations. Whether you are heading south for business or leisure, the drive is straightforward and efficient.
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
42.2 miles from Hyrum, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. The route consists of 23% highway driving, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads. You can anticipate a longest uninterrupted stretch of 59.5 miles while on Veterans Memorial Highway. As you transition between the highway and local segments, the rhythm of the drive shifts noticeably. Staying alert is key, as the mix of fast-paced highway sections and technical local maneuvers defines the personality of this 84.4-mile trek.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 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 59.5 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 44 miles in near I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 84.4 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 44 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 71.4 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
44 mi into trip
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~50m in
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I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
71.4 mi into trip
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~1h 20m in
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I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
82.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
Take the exit toward SR 266: 4500 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 301
Toward SR 266: 4500 South
7
83.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Murray
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward Murray
7
84.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
Turn right
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 59.5 mi | 1h 2m |
| US 89 | 19.1 mi | 23m |
| 300 North | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 4500 South | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 400 West | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| I 15 Business | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 59.5 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hyrum, UT and Murray, UT.
1
Start on SR 101
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto SR 101
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
400 West
3
Turn left onto SR 101
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
300 North
4
Turn left onto US 89; US 91
19 mi
·
23 min
·
US 89; US 91
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit onto I 15 Business; I 84 Business
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
I 15 Business; I 84 Business
6
Merge onto I 15; I 84
21 mi
·
21 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
27 mi
·
29 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
8.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 301
Toward SR 266: 4500 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward Murray
Use the left lane.
12
Turn straight onto SR 266
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
4500 South
13
Turn right onto US 89
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
Use the none lane.
14
Turn left onto 4800 South
132 ft
·
5 sec
·
4800 South
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right
27 ft
·
1 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. You will not need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the 1-hour and 36-minute duration is easily manageable in one go. Keep your $13 fuel budget in mind when planning your departure to ensure you reach Murray without interruption. Because this route involves a significant amount of local road travel, keep a close watch on navigation cues when transitioning off Veterans Memorial Highway. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity allows you to focus on the road ahead without the stress of complex itinerary planning.
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 42.2 miles from Hyrum, UT, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.5 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.2 miles or 49m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Murray, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hyrum, 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 Hyrum, UT
This is one driving day of about 84.4 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hyrum, 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 59.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.2 mi from Hyrum, UT · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 42.2 miles from Hyrum, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Murray, UT
The final approach into Murray, 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 Murray, 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
$13.37 one way
$26.75 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $14.06 | $28.12 |
| premium | $4.53 | $15.05 | $30.10 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.75 | $37.50 |
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: 29.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.86 | $4.05 |
| Efficient EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.39 | $3.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.8 | 0 | $11.82 | $5.40 |
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Murray, UT
Afternoon in Murray on Sunday
Local time
3:06 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
9 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
1h 36m 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 Hyrum, UT to Murray, UT covers 84.4 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, US 89, 300 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.2 miles from Hyrum, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.37 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 13 significant decision points across 84.4 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 44 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 71.4 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Hyrum, UT to Murray, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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