Origin
Lehi, UT
Late night in Lehi on Wednesday
Local time
5:02 AM
MDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lehi, UT to Hardy, UT
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
13m
Distance
9.1 mi
15 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lehi, UT
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Hardy, UT
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Trip Overview
This short, 9.1-mile journey from Lehi to Hardy, Utah, is designed for a quick 13-minute drive, making it an ideal local excursion. Primarily navigating Veterans Memorial Highway, Geneva Road, and Main Street, you won't encounter any highway driving, keeping you engaged with local roads. With a minimal fuel cost estimated at just $1, this trip is incredibly budget-friendly. As a single-day trip, it offers a straightforward way to get from one point to another within the Mountain West region, perfect for a brief outing.
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
4.5 miles from Lehi, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway mileage to speak of. The longest continuous stretch you'll experience is 6.4 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a bit of uninterrupted travel before transitioning onto local streets. This drive is characterized by frequent turns and a distinct local road feel, so be prepared for a more engaged driving experience rather than a monotonous cruise. It’s a route that keeps you connected to the surrounding communities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 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 6.4 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 300 North.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 9.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 (West 300 North): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West 300 North
Turn left onto West 300 North
Navigation decision point
5
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
5
1.4 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
7.8 mi into trip
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~10m in
Take the exit toward SR 241: 1600 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 273
Toward SR 241: 1600 North
5
9 mi into trip
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~12m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 6.4 mi | 6m |
| Geneva Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Center Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 1600 North | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West 300 North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 100 West | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 6.4 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lehi, UT and Hardy, UT.
1
Start on 100 West
101 ft
·
11 sec
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100 West
2
Turn left onto West 300 North
428 ft
·
22 sec
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West 300 North
3
Turn right onto Center Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Center Street
4
Turn left onto Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 15
6.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 273
Toward SR 241: 1600 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn sharp right onto SR 241
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
1600 North
9
Turn right onto SR 114
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Geneva Road
10
Turn right onto Center Street
125 ft
·
11 sec
·
Center Street
11
Turn left
196 ft
·
14 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the brief 13-minute duration and 9.1-mile distance, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can easily depart at any time of day without needing to plan for overnight stays or extensive rest breaks. The estimated fuel cost of just $1 means you won't need to worry about frequent fill-ups. A key tip for this specific route is to pay close attention to the numerous turns as you transition between Veterans Memorial Highway, Geneva Road, and Main Street to ensure you stay on course efficiently.
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 4.5 miles from Lehi, UT, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.4 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 9.1 miles or 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.5 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hardy, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lehi, 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 Lehi, UT
This is one driving day of about 9.1 miles and 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lehi, 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 6.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.5 mi from Lehi, UT · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 9.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.5 miles from Lehi, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hardy, UT
The final approach into Hardy, 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 Hardy, 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
$1.44 one way
$2.88 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $1.51 | $3.02 |
| premium | $4.53 | $1.62 | $3.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.01 | $4.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.96 | $0.44 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.80 | $0.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.27 | $0.58 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Hardy, UT
Late night in Hardy on Wednesday
Local time
5:02 AM
MDT
Current temp
60°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
5 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
13m 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 Lehi, UT to Hardy, UT covers 9.1 miles and takes about 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Geneva Road, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.5 miles from Lehi, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.44 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 9.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 (West 300 North): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lehi, UT to Hardy, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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