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Trip from Logan, UT to Vernal, UT

Drive Time

4h 48m

Distance

252.2 mi

406 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$40

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 35m ★
6 AM
4h 48m
8 AM
5h 15m
10 AM
4h 58m
12 PM
4h 55m
3 PM
4h 59m
5 PM
5h 14m
8 PM
4h 40m

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 and seat of Uintah County, Utah, United States

Vernal, UT

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Trip Overview

The drive from Logan, UT to Vernal, UT covers 252.2 miles and takes about 4h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 40, I 84, US 89 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 114.7 miles on US 40. At current regular gas prices, budget about $39.96 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

126.1 miles from Logan, UT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 22m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 4h 48m highway drive covering 252.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 40 and I 84. The longest continuous stretch is about 114.7 miles on US 40.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 40 is the longest continuous segment at about 114.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 40 and I 84. 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.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 252.2 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 1.2 miles (US 89; US 91): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.3 miles (I 15; I 84 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48 miles (I 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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.
5
27.3 mi into trip | ~35m in | I 15; I 84 / Veterans Memorial Highway

Merge onto I 15; I 84 / Veterans Memorial Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
48 mi into trip | ~56m in | I 84

Keep slight right at fork onto I 84 toward Cheyenne

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Cheyenne
6
87.1 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 West: Salt Lake City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 120B Toward I 80 West: Salt Lake City
7
107.6 mi into trip | ~2h in | US 189

Keep slight left at fork onto US 189 toward US 40 East, US 189 South: Heber, Vernal, Provo

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 40 East, US 189 South: Heber, Vernal,...

Towns Along This Route

Between Logan, UT and Vernal, UT, road signs point toward Cheyenne and Provo.

Cheyenne

48 mi in | ~56m | via I 84

Provo

107.3 mi in | ~1h 59m | via US 189

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 40 114.7 mi 2h 13m
I 84 39.1 mi 41m
US 89 25.6 mi 31m
Veterans Memorial Highway 20.7 mi 21m
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway 20 mi 21m
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway 17.3 mi 19m
East 200 North 11.7 mi 13m
Main Street 1.2 mi 2m
Longest stretch: US 40 — 114.7 mi, about 2h 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Logan, UT and Vernal, 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 right at fork onto I 84

39 mi · 41 min · I 84
Toward Cheyenne Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 120B Toward I 80 West: Salt Lake City
8

Merge onto I 80; US 189

20 mi · 21 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
9

Take the exit onto US 189

0.2 mi · 29 sec · US 189
Toward US 40 East, US 189 South: Heber, Vernal, Provo
10

Keep slight left at fork onto US 189

0.1 mi · 17 sec · US 189
Toward US 40 East, US 189 South: Heber, Vernal, Provo
11

Continue on US 40

115 mi · 2 hr 13 min · US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Turn right onto US 40; US 191

12 mi · 13 min · East 200 North
13

Continue on US 40; US 191

17 mi · 19 min · Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
14

Continue on US 40; US 191

0.8 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
15

Turn right onto South Vernal Avenue

72 ft · 1 sec · South Vernal Avenue
16

Arrive at destination

South Vernal Avenue

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 126.1 miles from Logan, UT, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114.7 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 80 miles or 1h 30m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 126.1 miles or 2h 22m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 55m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Vernal, 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.

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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 Logan, UT

This is one driving day of about 252.2 miles and 4h 48m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Logan, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 40 for about 114.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 126.1 mi from Logan, UT · 2h 22m into the drive

Downtown Sandy Hills, UT, UT

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sandy Hills, UT

126 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

Centerville, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Provo, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 126.1 miles from Logan, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 40 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 114.7 miles.

Arriving in Vernal, UT

The final approach into Vernal, 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 Vernal, UT.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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

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...

17 mi from route ~42 min detour $12 near mile 121.7
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...

27 mi from route ~67 min detour $20 near mile 26.1
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$39.96 one way

$79.93 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 88 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.23 $42.01 $84.02
premium $4.53 $44.97 $89.94
diesel $5.64 $56.03 $112.06

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$40

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$65–$90

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 88.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 75.7 0 $26.48 $12.11
Efficient EV 63.1 0 $22.07 $10.09
EV Truck/SUV 100.9 1 $35.31 $16.14

Gas CO2

88 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Logan, UT

Afternoon in Logan on Monday

Local time

12:20 PM

MDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Vernal, UT

Afternoon in Vernal on Monday

Local time

12:20 PM

MDT

Current temp

36°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

22 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

4h 48m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Logan, UT to Vernal, UT covers 252.2 miles and takes about 4h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 40, I 84, US 89. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 126.1 miles from Logan, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.96 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 252.2 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 1.2 miles (US 89; US 91): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.3 miles (I 15; I 84 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 48 miles (I 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Logan, UT and Vernal, UT, road signs point toward Cheyenne and Provo.

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