Origin
Kamas, UT
Evening in Kamas on Thursday
Local time
7:53 PM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kamas, UT to West Jordan, UT
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
48.9 mi
79 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
This 48.9-mile journey from Kamas, UT to West Jordan, UT takes about 1 hour and 1 minute to complete, making it an ideal one-day trip. You'll navigate a mix of roads, including portions of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway and local streets like West 200 South. With a fuel cost estimated at $8, this drive through the Mountain West region is quite economical. The route is characterized by frequent turns, so be prepared for a more engaged driving experience. Given its short distance and duration, it's easily manageable in a single day without needing an overnight stop.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 48.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 48.9-mile route. While about 5% of your journey will be on highways like the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, the majority involves navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 16.9 miles on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. This means you'll experience a dynamic driving environment, shifting from potentially faster highway speeds to more intricate turns and adjustments as you transition onto the Belt Route and then local streets. It's a route that keeps you actively involved behind the wheel.
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.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 16.9 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 11.9 miles in near US 40; US 189.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.9 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 11.9 miles (US 40; US 189): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
11.9 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
US 40; US 189
Merge onto US 40; US 189
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
33.2 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward I 215 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 130
Toward I 215 South
7
45.9 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward SR 68: Redwood Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 13
Toward SR 68: Redwood Road
6
46.3 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 68: Redwood Road, South Valley Regional Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 68: Redwood Road, South Valley Region...
6
48.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
SR 48 / 7800 South
Turn right onto SR 48 / 7800 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Kamas, UT to West Jordan, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Valley Regional Airport along the way.
Valley Regional Airport
46.3 mi in
|
~56m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 16.9 mi | 18m |
| Belt Route | 11.6 mi | 12m |
| West 200 South | 11.3 mi | 15m |
| Redwood Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| US 40 | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 7800 South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 16.9 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kamas, UT and West Jordan, UT.
1
Start on SR 32
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn right onto SR 248
11 mi
·
15 min
·
West 200 South
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward US 40 West
4
Merge onto US 40; US 189
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
US 40; US 189
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
1.9 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 80 West
6
Merge onto I 80
17 mi
·
18 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 130
Toward I 215 South
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
this road
Toward I 215
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
10
Merge onto I 215
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Belt Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 13
Toward SR 68: Redwood Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
159 ft
·
5 sec
Toward SR 68: Redwood Road, South Valley Regional Airport
13
Turn left onto SR 68
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Redwood Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Turn right onto SR 48
86 ft
·
1 sec
·
7800 South
Use the right lane.
15
Arrive at destination
SR 48
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.4 mi from Kamas, UT · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.4 miles from Kamas, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.75 one way
$15.50 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $8.12 | $16.24 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.72 | $17.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.80 | $21.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.13 | $2.35 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.85 | $3.13 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Evening in West Jordan on Thursday
Local time
7:53 PM
MDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
10 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 1m 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 Kamas, UT to West Jordan, UT covers 48.9 miles and takes about 1h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, Belt Route, West 200 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.4 miles from Kamas, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.75 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.9 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 11.9 miles (US 40; US 189): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Kamas, UT to West Jordan, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Valley Regional Airport along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Timpanogos Cave National Monument.
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