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Trip from Oakley, UT to Saint George, UT

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 29m

Distance

308.6 mi

497 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$49

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 16m ★
6 AM
5h 29m
8 AM
5h 56m
10 AM
5h 39m
12 PM
5h 36m
3 PM
5h 40m
5 PM
5h 55m
8 PM
5h 21m

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

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Saint George, UT

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Trip Overview

The drive from Oakley, UT to Saint George, UT covers 308.6 miles and takes about 5h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Veterans Memorial Highway, US 189, West Main Village Way for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 254.1 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.90 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

154.3 miles from Oakley, UT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 55m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 29m. Total distance: 308.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (12%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

Expect a 5h 29m drive with frequent turns across 308.6 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 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 254.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 51.3 miles in near US 189.

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 5h 29m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 51.3 miles (US 189): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.2 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 306.3 miles (I 15 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

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

7
51.3 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in | US 189

Take the exit onto US 189 toward I 15 South: Las Vegas, Lakeview Parkway

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

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas, Lakeview Parkway
5
52.2 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in | I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway

Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
306.3 mi into trip | ~5h 23m in | I 15 BUS

Take the exit onto I 15 BUS toward SR 34: Saint George Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 8 Toward SR 34: Saint George Boulevard
5
307.1 mi into trip | ~5h 25m in | University Avenue

Turn left onto University Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
308.5 mi into trip | ~5h 28m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway 254.1 mi 4h 6m
US 189 18.8 mi 22m
West Main Village Way 10.4 mi 14m
SR 32 7.7 mi 14m
North University Avenue 7.1 mi 14m
US 40 4.7 mi 6m
US Highway 189 3.6 mi 4m
Trailblazer Boulevard 0.9 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Veterans Memorial Highway — 254.1 mi, about 4h 6m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Oakley, UT and Saint George, 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

7.1 mi · 14 min · North University Avenue
Use the straight lane.
8

Take the exit onto US 189

0.9 mi · 2 min · US 189
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas, Lakeview Parkway Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Merge onto I 15

254 mi · 4 hr 6 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit onto I 15 BUS

0.8 mi · 2 min · I 15 BUS
Exit 8 Toward SR 34: Saint George Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
11

Turn left onto University Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · University Avenue
Use the left lane.
12

Turn right onto Trailblazer Boulevard

0.9 mi · 2 min · Trailblazer Boulevard
13

Turn right onto 100 West

230 ft · 12 sec · 100 West
14

Turn right

510 ft · 37 sec
15

Arrive at destination

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 154.3 miles from Oakley, UT, or about 2h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 254.1 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 68 miles or 1h 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 154.3 miles or 2h 55m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 31m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint George, UT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Oakley, 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 Oakley, UT

This is one driving day of about 308.6 miles and 5h 29m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 68 miles from Oakley, 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 Veterans Memorial Highway for about 254.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 154.3 mi from Oakley, UT · 2h 55m into the drive

city in Utah County, Utah, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Payson, UT

154 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

Orem, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 68 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Payson, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 155.5 miles from Oakley, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Saint George, UT

The final approach into Saint George, 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 Saint George, 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.

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...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour $12 near mile 42.6
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
View on nps.gov
Cedar Breaks National Monument

Cedar Breaks National Monument

National Monument

Crowning the Grand Staircase, Cedar Breaks sits at over 10,000 feet and looks down into a half-mile deep geologic amphitheater. Come wander among timeless bristlecone pines, stand in lush meadows of w...

13 mi from route ~32 min detour $10 near mile 244.8
View on nps.gov
Zion National Park

Zion National Park

National Park

Follow the paths where people have walked for thousands of years. Gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. Experience the tall, stretching walls...

15 mi from route ~37 min detour $35 near mile 276.7
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$48.90 one way

$97.80 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 108 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $51.26 $102.52
premium $4.53 $55.05 $110.10
diesel $5.61 $68.13 $136.27

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$49

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$74–$99

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 108 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 92.6 1 $32.40 $14.81
Efficient EV 77.2 0 $27.00 $12.34
EV Truck/SUV 123.4 1 $43.20 $19.75

Gas CO2

108 kg

EV CO2

36 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Oakley, UT

Morning in Oakley on Saturday

Local time

6:01 AM

MDT

Current temp

37°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Saint George, UT

Morning in Saint George on Saturday

Local time

6:01 AM

MDT

Current temp

79°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

42 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

5h 29m 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 Oakley, UT to Saint George, UT covers 308.6 miles and takes about 5h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, US 189, West Main Village Way. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 154.3 miles from Oakley, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.90 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 straightforward 5h 29m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 51.3 miles (US 189): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52.2 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 306.3 miles (I 15 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Oakley, UT to Saint George, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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