Drive Time
3h 42m
Distance
224.3 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Same-day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
The drive from Moab, UT to West Jordan, UT covers 224.3 miles and takes about 3h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Main Street, Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, I-70 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.38 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
112.1 miles from Moab, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .
Expect a 3h 42m drive with frequent turns across 224.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I-70 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 6 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Highway Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US-6 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 15 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Moab, UT and West Jordan, UT.
Start on Center Street
Turn sharp right onto Main Street
Continue on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Take the exit left toward I-70 West
Merge slight left onto Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Take the exit slight right toward US 6 West, US 191 North: Price, Salt Lake City
Merge slight left onto Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Continue on Main Street
Continue on West Highway Drive
Continue on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Continue on State Street
Continue on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Continue on East US-6
Continue on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Take the exit slight right toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
Take the exit slight right toward SR 209: 9000 South
Keep slight left to continue on SR 209: 9000 South, West Jordan
Turn slight left onto 9000 South
Turn right onto Redwood Road
Turn left onto 7800 South
Arrive at your destination
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 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112.1 miles or 1h 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 3h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Jordan, UT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Moab, 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 Moab, UT
This is one driving day of about 224.3 miles and 3h 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 112.1 mi from Moab, UT · 1h 51m into the drive
Late stop town
Meal stop
112 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 112.1 miles from Moab, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into West Jordan, 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 West Jordan, UT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$34.38 one way
$68.76 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $37.36 | $74.73 |
| premium | $4.55 | $40.17 | $80.34 |
| diesel | $5.41 | $47.79 | $95.58 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.5 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Moab on Saturday
Local time
2:39 AM
MDT
Current temp
45°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in West Jordan on Saturday
Local time
2:39 AM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.