Origin
Moab, UT
Afternoon in Moab on Sunday
Local time
12:41 PM
MDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moab, UT to West Jordan, UT
Drive Time
4h 25m
Distance
224 mi
361 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
Photo: Hisham Zayadneh
Trip Overview
Traveling from Moab to West Jordan covers 224 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 25 minutes of drive time. Because this route is manageable within a single day, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. You will primarily navigate via the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, Veterans Memorial Highway, and local stretches of Main Street. Budgeting roughly $36 for fuel should cover your transit across the Mountain West. Whether you are heading back to the city or exploring more of Utah, this trip offers a straightforward path between these two distinct locations.
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
112 miles from Moab, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that feels quite different from a standard interstate cruise. You will spend roughly 2% of your journey on major highways, meaning the majority of your time is spent on regional roads. The longest uninterrupted section spans 172.1 miles along the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, so prepare for a long, steady stint behind the wheel before the route transitions into more localized driving. As you move toward West Jordan, the character of the road shifts from open highway travel to more frequent turns and varied local conditions.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 172.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 191 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 224 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 0.1 miles (US 191 / Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.5 miles (US 191): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 182.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 191 / Main Street
Turn sharp right onto US 191 / Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
31.5 mi into trip
|
~40m in
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US 191
Take the exit onto US 191 toward I-70 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I-70 West
7
182.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 37m in
Take the exit toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
7
220.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 17m 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
220.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 18m 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
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Moab, UT to West Jordan, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Salt Lake City along the way.
Salt Lake City
55.4 mi in
|
~1h 2m
|
via US 6; US 191
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 172.1 mi | 3h 18m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 37.4 mi | 40m |
| Main Street | 4.2 mi | 8m |
| East US-6 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| 9000 South | 2 mi | 3m |
| Redwood Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| US 6 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.7 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
— 172.1 mi, about 3h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moab, UT and West Jordan, UT.
1
Start on Center Street
284 ft
·
20 sec
·
Center Street
2
Turn sharp right onto US 191
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
Use the none lane.
3
Continue on US 191
29 mi
·
34 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Use the none lane.
4
Take the exit onto US 191
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
US 191
Toward I-70 West
5
Merge onto I 70; US 6; US 50; US 191
23 mi
·
21 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
6
Take the exit onto US 6; US 191
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 6; US 191
Exit 157
Toward US 6 West, US 191 North: Price, Salt Lake City
7
Merge onto US 6; US 191
51 mi
·
1 hr
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on US 6; US 191
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on US 6; US 191
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
West Highway Drive
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on US 6; US 191
35 mi
·
42 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on US 6
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
State Street
12
Continue on US 6
33 mi
·
39 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on US 6
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East US-6
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on US 6
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 15
37 mi
·
40 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 295
Toward SR 209: 9000 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork
507 ft
·
14 sec
Toward SR 209: 9000 South, West Jordan
19
Turn slight left onto SR 209
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
9000 South
Use the none lane.
20
Turn right onto SR 68
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Redwood Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn left onto SR 48
86 ft
·
1 sec
·
7800 South
Use the left lane.
22
Arrive at destination
SR 48
Trip Plan
Since this is a 4-hour and 25-minute trip, planning for at least one dedicated stop will help keep you refreshed for the more technical, turn-heavy sections of the drive. Departing early in the day is your best strategy to avoid fatigue, especially since you have a significant 172.1-mile stretch to manage on the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. Keep your fuel gauge in mind during that long middle segment, as services may be spaced out compared to the more urbanized areas near your destination. Flexibility is your greatest advantage here; since the total distance is only 224 miles, you can easily adjust your pace to match your comfort level behind the wheel.
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 112 miles from Moab, UT, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 172.1 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112 miles or 2h 11m 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 38m
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 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 miles and 4h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Moab, 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 Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway for about 172.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 112 mi from Moab, UT · 2h 11m into the drive
Mid-route 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 112 miles from Moab, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 172.1 miles.
Arriving in West Jordan, UT
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.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.50 one way
$70.99 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
78 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $37.31 | $74.63 |
| premium | $4.53 | $39.94 | $79.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $49.77 | $99.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.2 | 0 | $23.52 | $10.75 |
| Efficient EV | 56 | 0 | $19.60 | $8.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 89.6 | 1 | $31.36 | $14.34 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% 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.
Destination
West Jordan, UT
Afternoon in West Jordan on Sunday
Local time
12:41 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°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
2 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 25m 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 Moab, UT to West Jordan, UT covers 224 miles and takes about 4h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, Veterans Memorial Highway, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 112 miles from Moab, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.50 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 12 significant decision points across 224 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 0.1 miles (US 191 / Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.5 miles (US 191): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 182.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Moab, UT to West Jordan, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Salt Lake City along the way.
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