Origin
Oakley, UT
Morning in Oakley on Saturday
Local time
11:19 AM
MDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oakley, UT to Orem, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
47.5 mi
76 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Orem, UT
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Trip Overview
Oakley, UT to Orem, UT is 47.5 miles and takes about 1h 7m via US 189, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, single-day trip connecting two points within Utah's Mountain West region. You'll mostly be on well-maintained highways, making it an efficient drive for getting from point A to point B without much fuss. Consider this route if you need a quick and predictable journey through the heart of Utah.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 189 | 17.9 mi | 20m |
| West Main Village Way | 10.4 mi | 14m |
| SR 32 | 7.7 mi | 14m |
| US 40 | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| US Highway 189 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Center Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| North University Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| 4800 North | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 189
— 17.9 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakley, UT and Orem, UT.
1
Start on SR 32
7.7 mi
·
14 min
·
SR 32
2
Turn right onto SR 32
10 mi
·
14 min
·
West Main Village Way
3
Turn left onto US 40; US 189
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
US 40; US 189
4
Continue on US 189
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 189
5
Continue on US Highway 189
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 189
6
Continue on US 189
17 mi
·
20 min
·
US 189
7
Continue on US 189
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North University Avenue
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn right onto 4800 North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
4800 North
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on Center Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Center Street
10
Turn left onto US 89
0.1 mi
·
47 sec
·
State Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn uturn onto US 89
395 ft
·
8 sec
·
State Street
12
Arrive at destination
US 89
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.8 miles from Oakley, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 7.7 and 47.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
7.7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
SR 32 / West Main Village Way
Turn right onto SR 32 / West Main Village Way
Navigation decision point
3
18.1 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
US 40; US 189
Turn left onto US 40; US 189
Navigation decision point
5
45.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
4800 North
Turn right onto 4800 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
47.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
US 89 / State Street
Turn left onto US 89 / State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
47.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
US 89 / State Street
Turn uturn onto US 89 / State Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.53 one way
$15.05 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $7.89 | $15.78 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.47 | $16.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.49 | $20.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $4.99 | $2.28 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.16 | $1.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19 | 0 | $6.65 | $3.04 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Orem, UT
Morning in Orem on Saturday
Local time
11:19 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
38°F
Midway, UT
24 mi in
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
27 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 7m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 71% of the route utilizing faster roads. You'll experience a comfortable pace for most of the 47.5 miles, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 17.9 miles on US 189. The road offers a consistent driving experience, allowing you to cover ground efficiently. Expect a straightforward journey that prioritizes direct travel over winding scenic byways.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.9 mi on US 189.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 189 and West Main Village Way. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 7.7 miles in near SR 32 / West Main Village Way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 7m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles (SR 32 / West Main Village Way): Navigation decision point; at 18.1 miles (US 40; US 189): Navigation decision point; at 45.3 miles (4800 North): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 47.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.9 miles on US 189. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles (SR 32 / West Main Village Way): Navigation decision point; at 18.1 miles (US 40; US 189): Navigation decision point; at 45.3 miles (4800 North): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Orem, UT before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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