Origin
North Salt Lake, UT
Afternoon in North Salt Lake on Sunday
Local time
1:56 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Salt Lake, UT to Provo, UT
Drive Time
58m
Distance
50.6 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Salt Lake, UT
Zach LeBlanc
Provo, UT
Vladimir Srajber
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from North Salt Lake to Provo, you are looking at a straightforward 50.6-mile journey through the Mountain West. Expect to spend about 58 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal one-day excursion that requires no overnight stops. You will navigate via Veterans Memorial Highway, Highway 89, and West Center Street to complete the transit. With fuel costs estimated at approximately $8, this is a budget-friendly commute between two major Utah hubs. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, the route is efficient and keeps you well within the heart of the region.
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
25.3 miles from North Salt Lake, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you transition between major thoroughfares. While the route spans 50.6 miles, only about 3% of the journey is spent on major highways, meaning you will spend the bulk of your time navigating local roads. You will cover 46.8 miles of your trip on the Veterans Memorial Highway, which serves as your longest uninterrupted stretch. The character of the drive shifts from high-speed highway transit to more technical, localized maneuvering as you approach your destination. Prepare for a dynamic experience that requires constant adjustments rather than a monotonous interstate cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 46.8 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 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 89 / Highway 89.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 50.6 miles you will encounter 9 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 (US 89 / Highway 89): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.1 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 89 / Highway 89
Turn right onto US 89 / Highway 89
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
1.7 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
9.1 mi into trip
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~11m in
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I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
48.4 mi into trip
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~53m in
Take the exit toward SR 114: Provo, Center Street
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 265
Toward SR 114: Provo, Center Street
6
49.8 mi into trip
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~55m in
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US 89 / North 500 West
Turn left onto US 89 / North 500 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 46.8 mi | 50m |
| Highway 89 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Center Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| 100 North | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North 500 West | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North 100 East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Center Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 350 North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 46.8 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Salt Lake, UT and Provo, UT.
1
Start on 350 North
39 ft
·
8 sec
·
350 North
2
Turn right onto US 89
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Highway 89
Use the none lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 15 South
4
Merge onto I 15
7.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
39 mi
·
42 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 265
Toward SR 114: Provo, Center Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on West Center Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Center Street
Use the none lane.
8
Turn left onto US 89
518 ft
·
14 sec
·
North 500 West
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto 100 North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
100 North
10
Turn right onto North 100 East
479 ft
·
20 sec
·
North 100 East
11
Turn right onto Center Street
466 ft
·
28 sec
·
Center Street
12
Arrive at destination
Center Street
Trip Plan
Because this drive is relatively short at under an hour, you have significant flexibility in your departure timing, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a wise move. You do not need to worry about planning for intermediate stops, as the 50.6-mile distance is easily manageable in a single push. Keep your $8 fuel budget in mind, but rest assured that local infrastructure makes refueling simple before you head out. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to the transition points between the Veterans Memorial Highway and the local surface streets, as the navigation becomes more turn-intensive toward the end of your trip.
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 25.3 miles from North Salt Lake, UT, or about 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.8 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 50.6 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.3 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Provo, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Salt Lake, 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 North Salt Lake, UT
This is one driving day of about 50.6 miles and 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North Salt Lake, 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 Veterans Memorial Highway for about 46.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.3 mi from North Salt Lake, UT · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 50.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.3 miles from North Salt Lake, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Provo, UT
The final approach into Provo, 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 Provo, 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
$8.02 one way
$16.04 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $8.43 | $16.86 |
| premium | $4.53 | $9.02 | $18.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.24 | $22.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.31 | $2.43 |
| Efficient EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.43 | $2.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.08 | $3.24 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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
Provo, UT
Afternoon in Provo on Sunday
Local time
1:56 PM
MDT
Current temp
39°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
4 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
58m 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 North Salt Lake, UT to Provo, UT covers 50.6 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Highway 89, West Center Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.3 miles from North Salt Lake, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.02 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 50.6 miles you will encounter 9 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 (US 89 / Highway 89): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.1 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from North Salt Lake, UT to Provo, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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