Origin
Ivins, UT
Late night in Ivins on Wednesday
Local time
4:33 AM
MDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ivins, UT to Lehi, UT
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 47m
Distance
281.9 mi
454 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 34m
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6 AM
4h 47m
8 AM
5h 14m
10 AM
4h 57m
12 PM
4h 54m
3 PM
4h 58m
5 PM
5h 13m
8 PM
4h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ivins, UT
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Lehi, UT
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Trip Overview
This 281.9-mile drive from Ivins, UT to Lehi, UT is manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 47 minutes. You'll navigate primarily Veterans Memorial Highway, Snow Canyon Parkway, and Red Hills Parkway, with a moderate amount of highway driving. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $45. Given the relatively short duration and manageable distance, this route offers flexibility for stops and exploration. Both your origin and destination are within the Mountain West region, so expect consistent, beautiful Western landscapes throughout your travel.
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
140.9 miles from Ivins, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for much of this 281.9-mile journey, with only 30% of the route being on highways. The majority of your travel will be on local roads, including Veterans Memorial Highway, Snow Canyon Parkway, and Red Hills Parkway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 270.7 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, indicating a significant portion of the drive follows this main artery before transitioning to more local roads. This profile suggests a route that winds through varied terrain rather than a straightforward interstate cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 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 270.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Center Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 281.9 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (East Center Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.9 miles (1000 East): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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East Center Street
Turn left onto East Center Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Center Street
Enter roundabout onto East Center Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
8.9 mi into trip
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~17m in
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1000 East
Turn right onto 1000 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
280.4 mi into trip
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~4h 44m in
Take the exit toward SR 73: Lehi Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 279
Toward SR 73: Lehi Main Street
8
280.6 mi into trip
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~4h 44m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 73: Lehi Main Street West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward SR 73: Lehi Main Street West
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 270.7 mi | 4h 24m |
| Snow Canyon Parkway | 4 mi | 7m |
| Red Hills Parkway | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| East Center Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| I 15 BUS | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Saint George Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Center Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 270.7 mi, about 4h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ivins, UT and Lehi, UT.
1
Start on North Main Street
92 ft
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9 sec
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North Main Street
2
Turn left onto East Center Street
0.3 mi
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33 sec
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East Center Street
3
Enter roundabout onto East Center Street
120 ft
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6 sec
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East Center Street
4
Continue on East Center Street
1.2 mi
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2 min
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East Center Street
5
Enter roundabout onto Snow Canyon Parkway
89 ft
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5 sec
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Snow Canyon Parkway
6
Continue on Snow Canyon Parkway
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Snow Canyon Parkway
7
Enter roundabout onto Snow Canyon Parkway
120 ft
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6 sec
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Snow Canyon Parkway
8
Continue on Snow Canyon Parkway
3.2 mi
·
6 min
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Snow Canyon Parkway
9
Continue on Red Hills Parkway
3.5 mi
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6 min
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Red Hills Parkway
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn right onto 1000 East
0.2 mi
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26 sec
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1000 East
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto I 15 BUS; SR 34
0.3 mi
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49 sec
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Saint George Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Take the ramp onto I 15 BUS
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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I 15 BUS
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
13
Merge onto I 15
271 mi
·
4 hr 24 min
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Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 279
Toward SR 73: Lehi Main Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
443 ft
·
12 sec
Toward SR 73: Lehi Main Street West
Use the left / right lanes.
16
Turn straight onto SR 73
0.8 mi
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1 min
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Center Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
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Center Street
18
Turn left onto West 300 North
428 ft
·
20 sec
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West 300 North
19
Turn right onto 100 West
101 ft
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4 sec
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100 West
20
Arrive at destination
100 West
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour, 47-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Ivins to maximize your daylight hours and allow for a relaxed pace. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your schedule as needed. The estimated fuel cost of $45 is a good budget to keep in mind. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch on Veterans Memorial Highway, to ensure you don't need to detour for a gas station. This route is well-suited for a single day, so you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations.
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 140.9 miles from Ivins, UT, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 270.7 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 80 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 140.9 miles or 2h 27m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lehi, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ivins, 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 Ivins, UT
This is one driving day of about 281.9 miles and 4h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ivins, 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.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 270.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 140.9 mi from Ivins, UT · 2h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
141 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 140.9 miles from Ivins, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 270.7 miles.
Arriving in Lehi, UT
The final approach into Lehi, 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 Lehi, UT.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.67 one way
$89.34 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
99 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $46.82 | $93.65 |
| premium | $4.53 | $50.29 | $100.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $62.24 | $124.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 98.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 84.6 | 1 | $29.60 | $13.53 |
| Efficient EV | 70.5 | 0 | $24.67 | $11.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 112.8 | 1 | $39.47 | $18.04 |
Gas CO2
99 kg
EV CO2
33 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
Lehi, UT
Late night in Lehi on Wednesday
Local time
4:33 AM
MDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Milford, UT
141 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
18 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
4h 47m 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 Ivins, UT to Lehi, UT covers 281.9 miles and takes about 4h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Snow Canyon Parkway, Red Hills Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 140.9 miles from Ivins, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $44.67 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 281.9 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (East Center Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.9 miles (1000 East): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Ivins, UT to Lehi, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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