This 114.5-mile drive from Manti to West Jordan, Utah, is easily managed as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. You'll navigate primarily on Veterans Memorial Highway, Duck Springs Drive, and Highway 89, with about 16% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $18. This route, entirely within Utah's Mountain West region, offers a turn-heavy local driving experience rather than long stretches of interstate travel. It's a straightforward journey perfect for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.2 miles from Manti, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 12m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 15m. Total distance: 114.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 114.5-mile route, with only 16% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 69.7 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. This means you'll likely experience varied road conditions and speeds, shifting from more open highway driving to more intricate local roads as you progress. The road character will likely change as you move through different sections, requiring your attention to navigation and speed adjustments throughout the 2-hour and 15-minute drive.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 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 69.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 40.8 miles in near I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 15m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 40.8 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 110.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 110.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
40.8 mi into trip|~56m in|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
110.5 mi into trip|~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward SR 209: 9000 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 295
Toward SR 209: 9000 South
7
110.8 mi into trip|~2h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 209: 9000 South, West Jordan
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 209: 9000 South, West Jordan
6
113 mi into trip|~2h 12m in|SR 68 / Redwood Road
Turn right onto SR 68 / Redwood Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
114.5 mi into trip|~2h 15m in|SR 48 / 7800 South
Turn left onto SR 48 / 7800 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
69.7 mi
1h 11m
Duck Springs Drive
20.8 mi
27m
Highway 89
11.3 mi
15m
SR 132
7.3 mi
9m
9000 South
2 mi
3m
Redwood Road
1.5 mi
2m
Main Street
1.1 mi
2m
7800 South
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 69.7 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manti, UT and West Jordan, UT.
1
Start on 200 North
41 ft·3 sec·200 North
2
Turn right onto US 89
0.4 mi·46 sec·Main Street
3
Continue on US 89
11 mi·15 min·Highway 89
4
Turn left onto SR 132
7.3 mi·9 min·SR 132
5
Turn left onto SR 132
0.8 mi·1 min·Main Street
6
Continue on SR 132
21 mi·27 min·Duck Springs Drive
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 15 North
8
Merge onto I 15
70 mi·1 hr 11 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Exit 295Toward SR 209: 9000 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
507 ft·14 sec
Toward SR 209: 9000 South, West Jordan
11
Turn slight left onto SR 209
2.0 mi·3 min·9000 South
12
Turn right onto SR 68
1.5 mi·2 min·Redwood Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto SR 48
86 ft·1 sec·7800 South
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
SR 48
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just 2 hours and 15 minutes, this 114.5-mile trip from Manti to West Jordan offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart at your convenience, perhaps in the morning to enjoy a full day at your destination, or later in the afternoon for a relaxed arrival. Given the relatively short distance and the $18 fuel cost, you won't need extensive planning for fuel stops. Keep an eye on Veterans Memorial Highway, as it accounts for the longest stretch at 69.7 miles, and be prepared for the turn-heavy nature of the local roads to make the most of your drive.
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 57.2 miles from Manti, UT, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.7 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 25 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.2 miles or 1h 12m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Jordan, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Manti, 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 Manti, UT
This is one driving day of about 114.5 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Manti, 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 69.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.2 mi from Manti, UT
· 1h 12m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
$12
near mile 90.8
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.14 one way
$36.29 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg40 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$19.02
$38.04
premium
$4.53
$20.43
$40.85
diesel
$5.61
$25.28
$50.56
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.4
0
$12.02
$5.50
Efficient EV
28.6
0
$10.02
$4.58
EV Truck/SUV
45.8
0
$16.03
$7.33
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Manti, UT
Morning
in Manti on Saturday
Local time
9:48 AM
MDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
West Jordan, UT
Morning
in West Jordan on Saturday
Local time
9:48 AM
MDT
Current temp
48°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
23 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
2h 15m 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 Manti, UT to West Jordan, UT covers 114.5 miles and takes about 2h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Duck Springs Drive, Highway 89. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.2 miles from Manti, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.14 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 straightforward 2h 15m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 40.8 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 110.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 110.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Manti, UT to West Jordan, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Timpanogos Cave National Monument.
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.
