Origin
Kaysville, UT
Afternoon in Kaysville on Sunday
Local time
3:12 PM
MDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kaysville, UT to Riverton, UT
Drive Time
46m
Distance
39.3 mi
63 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
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6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverton, UT
Brett Sayles
Trip Overview
Spanning 39.3 miles, the drive from Kaysville to Riverton is a straightforward journey through the Mountain West that typically takes about 46 minutes. Because of the quick duration, this route works perfectly as a one-day trip, requiring no overnight stops. You can expect to spend approximately $6 on fuel for the excursion. Navigating the route involves a blend of Veterans Memorial Highway, US 89, and Main Street. It is a practical, efficient connection between these two Utah cities, providing a functional transit experience rather than a long-haul adventure.
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
19.6 miles from Kaysville, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed-drive profile that balances steady highway speeds with local road navigation. About 31% of your journey is spent on major highways, including a significant 21.8-mile stretch along Veterans Memorial Highway. As you transition from the highway segments onto US 89 and Main Street, the pace shifts, requiring more attention to local traffic patterns. You will experience a variety of road types that keep the drive engaging without feeling like a monotonous interstate grind. The progression from high-speed corridors to local thoroughfares defines the personality of this 39.3-mile transit.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 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 21.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.6 miles in near US 89.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 39.3 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 3.6 miles (US 89): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.6 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 89
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
14.7 mi into trip
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~18m 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
22.9 mi into trip
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~27m 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
36.4 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward SR 71: 12300 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 291
Toward SR 71: 12300 South
8
36.6 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Riverton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Riverton
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 21.8 mi | 23m |
| US 89 | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| Main Street | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| 12600 South | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 12300 South | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Redwood Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 21.8 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kaysville, UT and Riverton, UT.
1
Start on SR 273
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
Use the none lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward US 89 South: Salt Lake City
Use the right lane.
3
Merge onto US 89
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 89
Use the none / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US 89
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
8.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
14 mi
·
14 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 291
Toward SR 71: 12300 South
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
434 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Riverton
Use the right lane.
9
Turn straight onto SR 71
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
12300 South
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on SR 71
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
12600 South
Use the none lane.
11
Turn left onto SR 68
198 ft
·
6 sec
·
Redwood Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right
64 ft
·
4 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is under an hour, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure schedule. You won't need to plan for formal rest stops, as the 46-minute duration is easily manageable in a single stint. Keep in mind that traffic volume can vary significantly on the Veterans Memorial Highway portion, so check real-time conditions before you head out. Because you are only budgeting $6 for fuel, it is an economical route for a quick trip. Utilize the full 21.8-mile stretch on the highway to maintain steady momentum before navigating the final local sections into Riverton.
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 19.6 miles from Kaysville, UT, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.8 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 39.3 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.6 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Riverton, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kaysville, 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 Kaysville, UT
This is one driving day of about 39.3 miles and 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kaysville, 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 21.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.6 mi from Kaysville, UT · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Kaysville, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Riverton, UT
The final approach into Riverton, 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 Riverton, 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
$6.23 one way
$12.46 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $6.55 | $13.09 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.01 | $14.01 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.73 | $17.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.13 | $1.89 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Riverton, UT
Afternoon in Riverton on Sunday
Local time
3:12 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
1 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
46m 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 Kaysville, UT to Riverton, UT covers 39.3 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, US 89, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.6 miles from Kaysville, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.23 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 11 significant decision points across 39.3 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 3.6 miles (US 89): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Kaysville, UT to Riverton, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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