Origin
Millcreek, UT
Late night in Millcreek on Wednesday
Local time
1:33 AM
MDT
Current temp
44°F
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Drive Time
4h 50m
Distance
285.6 mi
460 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Millcreek, UT
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Hurricane, UT
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This 285.6-mile journey from Millcreek, UT to Hurricane, UT is designed for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 50 minutes. You'll primarily navigate Veterans Memorial Highway, with portions on SR 17 and State Street. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $45, and with only one recommended stop, it's a straightforward drive. This route is entirely within the Mountain West region, offering a consistent regional feel throughout. It's a practical option for a day trip, allowing for a full day at your destination upon arrival.
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
142.8 miles from Millcreek, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 23m into the drive .
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Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only about 33% of the journey on highways. The majority of your travel will be on Veterans Memorial Highway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 273.8 miles. This suggests a significant portion of the drive will be on more direct, possibly less varied roads before transitioning to local routes like SR 17 and State Street closer to your destination. The road character will likely shift from more open travel to more involved local navigation as you progress.
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 1.5 miles in near SR 266 / 4500 South.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 50m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (SR 266 / 4500 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 276.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto SR 266 / 4500 South
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 17: Toquerville, Hurricane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto SR 17
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto SR 59 / East 100 South
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 273.8 mi | 4h 29m |
| SR 17 | 8.7 mi | 14m |
| State Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 3900 South | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 4500 South | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East 100 South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South 100 East | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| S 100 W | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Millcreek, UT and Hurricane, UT.
Start on 3900 South
Turn left onto US 89
Turn right onto SR 266
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 15
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 17
Turn left onto South 100 East
Turn right onto SR 59
Continue on S 100 W
Arrive at destination
Given the 4-hour, 50-minute duration, consider an early morning departure from Millcreek to maximize your time in Hurricane. While the longest stretch on Veterans Memorial Highway is substantial at 273.8 miles, plan for that single recommended stop strategically. With a fuel cost estimate of $45, it's wise to ensure your tank is full before leaving Millcreek. The turn-heavy nature of the latter part of the route means staying alert and following your navigation closely is key to a smooth arrival.
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.
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 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 142.8 miles or 2h 23m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hurricane, UT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Millcreek, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Millcreek, UT
This is one driving day of about 285.6 miles and 4h 50m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 142.8 mi from Millcreek, UT · 2h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
143 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 142.8 miles from Millcreek, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 273.8 miles.
The final approach into Hurricane, 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 Hurricane, 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.
Regular Gas
$45.26 one way
$90.51 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $47.44 | $94.88 |
| premium | $4.53 | $50.95 | $101.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $63.06 | $126.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 85.7 | 1 | $29.99 | $13.71 |
| Efficient EV | 71.4 | 0 | $24.99 | $11.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 114.2 | 1 | $39.98 | $18.28 |
Gas CO2
100 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Millcreek on Wednesday
Local time
1:33 AM
MDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Hurricane on Wednesday
Local time
1:33 AM
MDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
66°F
Delta, UT
143 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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