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Trip from Murray, UT to Midway, UT

Drive Time

56m

Distance

44.8 mi

72 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 14 min
4 AM
0h 52m ★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Murray, UT, UT

Murray, UT

Stephen Leonardi

Trip Overview

The drive from Murray, UT to Midway, UT covers 44.8 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, US 40, River Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22.9 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.10 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

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

22.4 miles from Murray, UT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 56m drive with frequent turns across 44.8 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 22.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 4800 South.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.8 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (4800 South): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 89 / State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles: Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | 4800 South

Turn left onto 4800 South

Navigation decision point

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 89 / State Street

Turn right onto US 89 / State Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
5
3.5 mi into trip | ~7m in

Take the ramp toward I 80 East

Navigation decision point

Toward I 80 East
8
26.7 mi into trip | ~32m in

Take the exit toward US 40 East: Heber City, Vernal

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 146 Toward US 40 East: Heber City, Vernal
8
26.9 mi into trip | ~33m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 40: Heber, Vernal

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 40: Heber, Vernal

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Murray, UT to Midway, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Vernal along the way.

Vernal

26.7 mi in | ~32m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway 22.9 mi 24m
US 40 12.8 mi 14m
River Road 3.9 mi 6m
State Street 3.5 mi 6m
Main Street 0.6 mi <1m
400 East 0.2 mi <1m
4800 South <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway — 22.9 mi, about 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Murray, UT and Midway, UT.

1

Start on this road

27 ft · 7 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto 4800 South

81 ft · 6 sec · 4800 South
3

Turn right onto US 89

3.5 mi · 6 min · State Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward I 80 East
5

Merge onto I 80

23 mi · 24 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 146 Toward US 40 East: Heber City, Vernal Use the slight right lane.
7

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Toward US 40: Heber, Vernal Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Merge onto US 40; US 189

13 mi · 14 min · US 40; US 189
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Turn right onto River Road

3.0 mi · 5 min · River Road
10

Enter roundabout onto River Road

115 ft · 2 sec · River Road
11

Continue on River Road

0.5 mi · 48 sec · River Road
12

Enter roundabout onto River Road

79 ft · 1 sec · River Road
13

Continue on River Road

0.2 mi · 25 sec · River Road
14

Enter roundabout onto River Road

51 ft · 1 sec · River Road
15

Continue on River Road

0.2 mi · 21 sec · River Road
16

Continue on 400 East

0.2 mi · 28 sec · 400 East
17

Turn right onto SR 113

0.6 mi · 53 sec · Main Street
18

Arrive at destination

SR 222

Trip Plan

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 22.4 miles from Murray, UT, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.9 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 44.8 miles or 56m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 22.4 miles or 27m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 45m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Midway, 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 44.8 miles and 56m.

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.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 22.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 22.4 mi from Murray, UT · 27m into the drive

Downtown Millcreek, UT, UT

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Millcreek, UT

22 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

Provo, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 44.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Millcreek, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 22.4 miles from Murray, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Midway, UT

The final approach into Midway, 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 Midway, UT.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Timpanogos Cave National Monument

Timpanogos Cave National Monument

National Monument

The visitor center, caves, and cave tours have not yet opened for the 2026 season. Hike your way past stunning vistas to explore a hidden underground world. Taste the thrill of caving as you twist and...

13 mi from route ~33 min detour $12 near mile 44.8
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$7.10 one way

$14.20 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 16 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.23 $7.46 $14.93
premium $4.53 $7.99 $15.98
diesel $5.64 $9.95 $19.91

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$32–$57

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 15.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 13.4 0 $4.70 $2.15
Efficient EV 11.2 0 $3.92 $1.79
EV Truck/SUV 17.9 0 $6.27 $2.87

Gas CO2

16 kg

EV CO2

5 kg (69% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Murray, UT

Afternoon in Murray on Sunday

Local time

4:18 PM

MDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Midway, UT

Afternoon in Midway on Sunday

Local time

4:18 PM

MDT

Current temp

32°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

11 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

56m 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 Midway, UT covers 44.8 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, US 40, River Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.4 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 $7.10 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.8 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (4800 South): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 89 / State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles: Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Murray, UT to Midway, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Vernal along the way.

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