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Trip from Logan, UT to South Salt Lake, UT

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 37m

Distance

85.2 mi

137 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 30m ★
6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 43m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 52m
8 PM
1h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Logan, UT, UT

Logan, UT

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city in Salt Lake County, Utah, United States

South Salt Lake, UT

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Trip Overview

The drive from Logan, UT to South Salt Lake, UT covers 85.2 miles and takes about 1h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Veterans Memorial Highway, US 89, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed highway & surface. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 56.4 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.50 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

42.6 miles from Logan, UT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway 56.4 mi 59m
US 89 25.6 mi 31m
Main Street 1.2 mi 2m
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway 1 mi 1m
I 15 Business 0.4 mi <1m
State Street <0.1 mi <1m
2400 South <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Veterans Memorial Highway — 56.4 mi, about 59m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Logan, UT and South Salt Lake, UT.

1

Start on this road

135 ft · 15 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto US 89; US 91

1.2 mi · 2 min · Main Street
3

Keep slight right at fork onto US 89; US 91

26 mi · 31 min · US 89; US 91
Use the slight right lane.
4

Take the exit onto I 15 Business; I 84 Business

0.4 mi · 40 sec · I 15 Business; I 84 Business
5

Merge onto I 15; I 84

21 mi · 21 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight left at fork onto I 15

27 mi · 29 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 15

8.2 mi · 8 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80

1.0 mi · 1 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Exit 124 Toward US 89: State Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Turn left onto US 89

312 ft · 16 sec · State Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
11

Turn left onto 2400 South

208 ft · 11 sec · 2400 South
12

Turn right

261 ft · 21 sec
13

Turn right onto US 89

63 ft · 1 sec · State Street
14

Arrive at destination

US 89

Trip Plan

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 42.6 miles from Logan, UT, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.4 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 19 miles or 25m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 42.6 miles or 51m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Salt Lake, UT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Logan, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Logan, UT

This is one driving day of about 85.2 miles and 1h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Logan, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 56.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Farr West, UT, UT

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Farr West, UT

43 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

Brigham City, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ogden, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 42.6 miles from Logan, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

The Westside Coffee Company

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Logan, Utah

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+14352139586

Visit website

Romo's Mediterranean Grill

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Logan, Utah

0.6 mi

Orlando's Mexican Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Kaysville, Utah

0.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Luke's Cafe On The Quad

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Logan, Utah

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+14357971701

Visit website

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Logan, Utah

1.9 mi

The Westside Coffee Company

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $10 to $20

Logan, Utah

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+14352139586

Visit website

Romo's Mediterranean Grill

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately

Logan, Utah

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14357993121

Visit website

Orlando's Mexican Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 60.8

Kaysville, Utah

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13852092284

Visit website

Zao Asian Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Logan, Utah

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+14359943470

Visit website

Cafe Sabor

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Logan, Utah

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+14357528088

Visit website

El Matador Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 73

Bountiful, Utah

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+18012928998

Visit website

Jeremiah's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 42.6

Marriott-Slaterville, Utah

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+18013943273

Visit website

Midnimo Somali Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 79.1

Salt Lake City, Utah

Hours: 9:30 am–8 pm

+13852278481

Visit website

Luke's Cafe On The Quad

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Logan, Utah

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+14357971701

Visit website

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Logan, Utah

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+14352458810

Visit website

Cafe Plov&Borsch Food Truck

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 42.6

West Haven, Utah

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13856019649

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 42.6

Ogden, Utah

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18017812900

Visit website

Loop Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 42.6

Ogden, Utah

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+18017100970

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route

Logan, Utah

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 85.2

Salt Lake City, Utah

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Logan, Utah

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargeLab Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Logan, Utah

+18006360986

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 85.2

Salt Lake City, Utah

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Logan, Utah

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 85.2

Salt Lake City, Utah

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Zootah

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Logan, Utah

Hours: Closed

+14357509894

Visit website

Pioneer Memorial Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 79.1

Salt Lake City, Utah

Hours: 9 am–4:30 pm

+18015326479

Visit website

Utah State Capitol

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 79.1

Salt Lake City, Utah

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18015383074

Visit website

Fly High Trampoline Park Ogden

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 48.7

Ogden, Utah

Hours: 12–9 pm

+18016058777

Visit website

Kangaroo Zoo

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 73

North Salt Lake, Utah

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+18012951900

Visit website

Canyon Rim Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 85.2

Millcreek, Utah

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+13854681800

This Is The Place Heritage Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 85.2

Salt Lake City, Utah

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18015821847

Visit website

Pony Express National Historic Trail

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 85.2

Salt Lake City, Utah

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15059886098

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 84.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
1.2 mi into trip | ~2m in | US 89; US 91

Keep slight right at fork onto US 89; US 91

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.
6
48 mi into trip | ~56m in | 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 straight / slight right lanes.
6
75.4 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in | 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 straight / slight right lanes.
6
83.7 mi into trip | ~1h 34m in | I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
84.6 mi into trip | ~1h 35m in

Take the exit toward US 89: State Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 124 Toward US 89: State Street

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$13.50 one way

$27.00 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 30 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $14.15 $28.30
premium $4.53 $15.20 $30.40
diesel $5.61 $18.81 $37.62

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 29.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 25.6 0 $8.95 $4.09
Efficient EV 21.3 0 $7.46 $3.41
EV Truck/SUV 34.1 0 $11.93 $5.45

Gas CO2

30 kg

EV CO2

10 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Logan, UT

Afternoon in Logan on Saturday

Local time

12:28 PM

MDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

South Salt Lake, UT

Afternoon in South Salt Lake on Saturday

Local time

12:28 PM

MDT

Current temp

64°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

21 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 37m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Timpanogos Cave National Monument

Timpanogos Cave National Monument

National Monument

The visitor center, caves, and cave tours have not yet opened for the 2026 season. Hike your way past stunning vistas to explore a hidden underground world. Taste the thrill of caving as you twist and...

21 mi from route ~54 min detour $12 near mile 85.2
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
View on nps.gov
Golden Spike National Historical Park

Golden Spike National Historical Park

National Historical Park

One of the greatest technological achievements of the 19th century is the completion of the first transcontinental railroad across the United States. Visitors to the park can see the location of the L...

26 mi from route ~66 min detour $20 near mile 26.4
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

85.2 mi in 1h 37m — 31% highway, the rest on surface roads. Biggest road: Veterans Memorial Highway.

31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.4 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

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 1.2 miles in near US 89; US 91.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 85.2 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 1.2 miles (US 89; US 91): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.4 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 85.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (31%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 56.4 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at South Salt Lake, UT before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (US 89; US 91): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.4 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Timpanogos Cave National Monument and Golden Spike National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at South Salt Lake, UT before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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