Origin
Moab, UT
Late night in Moab on Wednesday
Local time
4:32 AM
MDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moab, UT to West Valley City, UT
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 36m
Distance
233.2 mi
375 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 23m
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6 AM
4h 36m
8 AM
5h 3m
10 AM
4h 46m
12 PM
4h 43m
3 PM
4h 47m
5 PM
5h 2m
8 PM
4h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Moab, UT to West Valley City, UT covers 233.2 miles and takes about 4h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, Veterans Memorial Highway, Belt Route for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 172.1 miles on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.95 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
116.6 miles from Moab, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 17m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 4h 36m drive with frequent turns across 233.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 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 31.5 miles in near US 191.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 233.2 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 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; at 219.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
31.5 mi into trip
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~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
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~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
8
219.9 mi into trip
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~4h 17m in
Take the exit toward SR 48, I 215: 7200 South, Belt Route
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 294A-C
Toward SR 48, I 215: 7200 South, Belt Route
8
223.4 mi into trip
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~4h 21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 215 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 294C
Toward I 215 West
7
229.9 mi into trip
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~4h 29m in
Take the exit toward SR 171 West: 3500 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 18B
Toward SR 171 West: 3500 South
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Moab, UT and West Valley City, UT, road signs point toward Salt Lake City and Belt Route.
Salt Lake City
55.4 mi in
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~1h 2m
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via US 6; US 191
Belt Route
219.9 mi in
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~4h 17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 172.1 mi | 3h 18m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 37.2 mi | 39m |
| Belt Route | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 4.2 mi | 8m |
| East US-6 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| 3500 South | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| 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 Valley City, UT.
1
Start on Center Street
284 ft
·
20 sec
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Center Street
2
Turn sharp right onto US 191
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on US 191
29 mi
·
34 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
4
Take the exit onto US 191
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
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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 straight lane.
8
Continue on US 6; US 191
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on US 6; US 191
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
West Highway Drive
10
Continue on US 6; US 191
35 mi
·
42 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
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
13
Continue on US 6
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East US-6
Use the left 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
·
39 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
2.6 mi
·
2 min
Exit 294A-C
Toward SR 48, I 215: 7200 South, Belt Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 215
19
Continue on this road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
Exit 298
Toward I 215
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 294C
Toward I 215 West
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
21
Merge onto I 215
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Belt Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 18B
Toward SR 171 West: 3500 South
Use the right lane.
23
Turn straight onto SR 171
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
3500 South
Use the left lane.
24
Turn left onto 4400 West
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
4400 West
Use the left lane.
25
Turn right onto 3650 South
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
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3650 South
26
Turn left onto Atlas Way
464 ft
·
16 sec
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Atlas Way
27
Arrive at destination
Atlas Way
Trip Plan
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 116.6 miles from Moab, UT, or about 2h 17m 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 116.6 miles or 2h 17m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Valley City, 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.
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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 Moab, UT
This is one driving day of about 233.2 miles and 4h 36m.
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 116.6 mi from Moab, UT · 2h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
117 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 116.6 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 Valley City, UT
The final approach into West Valley City, 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 Valley City, 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
$36.95 one way
$73.91 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $38.74 | $77.47 |
| premium | $4.53 | $41.60 | $83.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.49 | $102.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70 | 0 | $24.49 | $11.19 |
| Efficient EV | 58.3 | 0 | $20.40 | $9.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93.3 | 1 | $32.65 | $14.92 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 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 Valley City, UT
Late night in West Valley City on Wednesday
Local time
4:32 AM
MDT
Current temp
46°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
33 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 36m 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 Valley City, UT covers 233.2 miles and takes about 4h 36m 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, Belt Route. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 116.6 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 $36.95 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 16 significant decision points across 233.2 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 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; at 219.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Moab, UT and West Valley City, UT, road signs point toward Salt Lake City and Belt Route.
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