Origin
Murray, UT
Afternoon in Murray on Sunday
Local time
1:54 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Murray, UT to Lehi, UT
Drive Time
26m
Distance
22.8 mi
37 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Murray, UT
Stephen Leonardi
Lehi, UT
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Trip Overview
Spanning just 22.8 miles, this quick trip from Murray to Lehi is an efficient way to navigate the Mountain West corridor. You can comfortably complete the drive in about 26 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. Because the route relies entirely on local roads like State Street, 4800 South, and 5300 South, you won't need to worry about long-haul highway fatigue. Budgeting approximately $4 for fuel should be plenty to cover this short distance. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a local excursion, the lack of required stops ensures a straightforward, no-fuss experience.
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
11.4 miles from Murray, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than settling into a monotonous interstate cruise. With a 0% highway share, this route trades high-speed lanes for the stop-and-go rhythm of community thoroughfares. You will navigate through local intersections, requiring constant attention to traffic lights and urban flow. Since there is no single long, uninterrupted stretch, the drive feels like a continuous series of turns and neighborhood transitions. It is a practical alternative to major expressways if you prefer staying on surface streets throughout your entire 22.8-mile journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
4800 South is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Murray, UT to Lehi, UT is easy. At 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Murray, UT to Lehi, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 4800 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 5300 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 15 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 194 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Thanksgiving Way | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Center Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
4800 South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Murray, UT and Lehi, UT.
1
Start on the route
26 ft
·
7 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto 4800 South
82 ft
·
4 sec
·
4800 South
3
Turn left onto State Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
4
Turn right onto 5300 South
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
5300 South
5
Take the ramp slight left toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
I 15 South: Las Vegas
6
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
17 mi
·
17 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
7
Take the exit slight right toward SR 194 West: 2100 North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 194 West: 2100 North
8
Continue on Thanksgiving Way
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Thanksgiving Way
9
Continue on State Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
State Street
10
Turn right onto Center Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Center Street
11
Turn right onto West 300 North
430 ft
·
21 sec
·
West 300 North
12
Turn right onto 100 West
102 ft
·
5 sec
·
100 West
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Flexibility is your greatest advantage on this short, 26-minute trek, as you can easily time your departure to avoid peak local traffic. Since the trip is quite brief, there is no need to plan for lengthy rest stops or refueling breaks along the way. Keep in mind that because you are utilizing local roads rather than highways, your travel time may fluctuate based on current intersection congestion. To ensure the smoothest experience, check live traffic conditions for State Street before you pull out of your driveway. Your best bet is to stay alert for frequent turns, as the route requires navigating multiple local roads to reach your destination.
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 11.4 miles from Murray, UT, or about 13m into the drive.
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 22.8 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.4 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lehi, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Murray, 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 Murray, UT
This is one driving day of about 22.8 miles and 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Murray, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.4 mi from Murray, UT · 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 22.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.4 miles from Murray, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lehi, UT
The final approach into Lehi, 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 Lehi, 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
$3.61 one way
$7.23 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $3.80 | $7.60 |
| premium | $4.53 | $4.07 | $8.13 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.07 | $10.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.39 | $1.09 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.99 | $0.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.19 | $1.46 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Lehi, UT
Afternoon in Lehi on Sunday
Local time
1:54 PM
MDT
Current temp
40°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
3 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
26m 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 Murray, UT to Lehi, UT covers 22.8 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 4800 South, State Street, 5300 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.4 miles from Murray, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.61 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.
The drive from Murray, UT to Lehi, UT is easy. At 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Murray, UT to Lehi, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Murray, UT to Lehi, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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