Origin
Midvale, UT
Afternoon in Midvale on Sunday
Local time
1:48 PM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Midvale, UT to Provo, UT
Drive Time
42m
Distance
34.5 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Midvale, UT
Harry Tucker
Provo, UT
Vladimir Srajber
Trip Overview
Stretching just 34.5 miles, this quick trip between Midvale and Provo is easily tackled in a single day. You can expect to spend about 42 minutes behind the wheel, making it a highly efficient connection within the Mountain West region. Since the route requires a modest $5 fuel budget, it remains an economical choice for commuters or weekend travelers. You will navigate primarily via Veterans Memorial Highway, State Street, and West Center Street. Because this is a short, straightforward transit, there is no need to worry about overnight logistics or mid-trip hotel stays. It serves as a practical, no-nonsense path for those looking to move between these two Utah cities without any unnecessary detours.
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
17.3 miles from Midvale, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate sprint, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will spend the bulk of your time on city-level roads, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 29.4 miles along Veterans Memorial Highway. The experience is defined by frequent transitions between local thoroughfares, requiring you to stay alert at various intersections. While you won't encounter the monotony of long-haul highway driving, the road's personality is shaped by the stop-and-go nature of urban transit. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience that demands your attention as you navigate through the local landscape.
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 29.4 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 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 89 / State Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.5 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.5 miles (US 89 / State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (SR 209 / 9000 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 89 / State Street
Turn right onto US 89 / State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
2.1 mi into trip
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~3m in
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SR 209 / 9000 South
Turn right onto SR 209 / 9000 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
3 mi into trip
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~5m 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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
32.3 mi into trip
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~37m in
Take the exit toward SR 114: Provo, Center Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 265
Toward SR 114: Provo, Center Street
6
33.7 mi into trip
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~39m in
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US 89 / North 500 West
Turn left onto US 89 / North 500 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 29.4 mi | 31m |
| State Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West Center Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Center Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 100 North | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 9000 South | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North 500 West | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North 100 East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 29.4 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Midvale, UT and Provo, UT.
1
Start on Center Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Center Street
2
Turn right onto US 89
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Street
Use the right lane.
3
Turn right onto SR 209
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
9000 South
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 15
29 mi
·
31 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 265
Toward SR 114: Provo, Center Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on West Center Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Center Street
Use the none lane.
8
Turn left onto US 89
518 ft
·
14 sec
·
North 500 West
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto 100 North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
100 North
10
Turn right onto North 100 East
479 ft
·
20 sec
·
North 100 East
11
Turn right onto Center Street
466 ft
·
28 sec
·
Center Street
12
Arrive at destination
Center Street
Trip Plan
Given the 42-minute duration, you have total flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on these local streets is always a smart move. Because the entire journey is relatively short, you won't need to plan for formal rest stops, allowing you to drive straight through to your destination. Keep your $5 fuel budget in mind before you head out to ensure you have enough to cover the distance without stress. Since this route relies on State Street and West Center Street, pay close attention to local traffic signals to maintain a smooth pace. Use this quick transit time to your advantage by planning your arrival in Provo with ease, as the lack of highway miles makes your arrival window very predictable.
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 17.3 miles from Midvale, UT, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.4 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 34.5 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.3 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Provo, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Midvale, 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 Midvale, UT
This is one driving day of about 34.5 miles and 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Midvale, 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 29.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.3 mi from Midvale, UT · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.3 miles from Midvale, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Provo, UT
The final approach into Provo, 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 Provo, 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
$5.47 one way
$10.93 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $5.75 | $11.49 |
| premium | $4.53 | $6.15 | $12.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.66 | $15.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Provo, UT
Afternoon in Provo on Sunday
Local time
1:48 PM
MDT
Current temp
39°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
25 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
42m 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 Midvale, UT to Provo, UT covers 34.5 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, State Street, West Center Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.3 miles from Midvale, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.47 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 34.5 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 0.5 miles (US 89 / State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (SR 209 / 9000 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Midvale, UT to Provo, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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