Origin
Lehi, UT
Afternoon in Lehi on Sunday
Local time
1:53 PM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lehi, UT to Orem, UT
Drive Time
18m
Distance
12.4 mi
20 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
★
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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Orem, UT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Lehi and Orem, this 12.4-mile trip is a quick and straightforward journey through the Mountain West. You can easily complete the drive in about 18 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. Budgeting for the trip is simple, as you should expect to spend roughly $2 on fuel. Because the route relies entirely on local roads rather than interstate highways, it offers a more grounded experience than a high-speed commute. Since there are no formal stops required along the way, it is an efficient way to transit between these two Utah cities without needing an overnight stay.
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
6.2 miles from Lehi, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate through the heart of the region. With 0% highway share, you will spend your entire 18-minute transit on surface streets like West 300 North, Center Street, and Main Street. There are no extended, monotonous stretches to contend with here, as your longest uninterrupted segment on West 300 North is 0 miles. Instead, the route demands your full attention as you transition between multiple local roads. It is a practical, functional drive that prioritizes connectivity over high-speed cruising.
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.
West 300 North is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lehi, UT to Orem, UT is easy. At 18m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lehi, UT to Orem, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 300 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Center Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 15 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 52 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 52 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Canyon Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West 300 North
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lehi, UT and Orem, UT.
1
Start on 100 West
102 ft
·
10 sec
·
100 West
2
Turn left onto West 300 North
430 ft
·
21 sec
·
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 slight right toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 15 South: Las Vegas
6
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
7
Take the exit slight right toward SR 52: 800 North
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
SR 52: 800 North
8
Keep slight left to continue on SR 52 East: Provo Canyon, Sundance
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
SR 52 East: Provo Canyon, Sundance
9
Continue on Canyon Parkway
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Canyon Parkway
10
Turn right onto State Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
State Street
11
Turn uturn onto State Street
394 ft
·
8 sec
·
State Street
12
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 12.4-mile commute, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning for rest stops or long-distance fueling, as the entire trip costs only about $2. Keep in mind that because the route consists entirely of local roads, you should prepare for frequent turns and potential traffic signals rather than open stretches of pavement. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to familiarize yourself with the sequence of West 300 North, Center Street, and Main Street before you head out, as staying alert through these turns will ensure a smooth arrival in Orem.
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 6.2 miles from Lehi, UT, or about 9m into the drive.
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 12.4 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.2 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orem, 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 12.4 miles and 18m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.2 mi from Lehi, UT · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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
Arriving in Orem, UT
The final approach into Orem, 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 Orem, 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
$1.96 one way
$3.93 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $2.07 | $4.13 |
| premium | $4.53 | $2.21 | $4.42 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.75 | $5.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.60 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.09 | $0.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.79 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Orem, UT
Afternoon in Orem on Sunday
Local time
1:53 PM
MDT
Current temp
41°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
18m 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 Orem, UT covers 12.4 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 300 North, Center Street, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.2 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 $1.96 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.
The drive from Lehi, UT to Orem, UT is easy. At 18m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lehi, UT to Orem, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lehi, UT to Orem, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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