Origin
Ogden, UT
Afternoon in Ogden on Sunday
Local time
2:07 PM
MDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ogden, UT to Salt Lake City, UT
Drive Time
38m
Distance
38.3 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ogden, UT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Ogden and Salt Lake City, this 38.3-mile trip offers a straightforward way to navigate the Mountain West. You can easily complete the entire journey in about 38 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. Because the route is so short, there is no need to worry about overnight lodging or splitting the drive into multiple days. Budgeting around $6 for fuel should comfortably cover your transportation costs for this distance. Since you will be sticking to local roads rather than interstate highways, this drive provides a more grounded, community-focused perspective of the region. It is a practical, efficient connection that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.
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
19.2 miles from Ogden, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps your attention on the road rather than a monotonous interstate grind. You will navigate through local thoroughfares, specifically utilizing Lincoln Avenue, 25th Street, and Wall Avenue to reach your destination. With a highway share of 0%, this route avoids high-speed traffic and instead focuses on local transit. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches—in fact, the longest stretch on Lincoln Avenue is 0 miles—you should be prepared for frequent turns and varied city driving conditions. This is not a route for cruising at high speeds, but rather a practical traversal of the local urban landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lincoln Avenue 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 Ogden, UT to Salt Lake City, UT is easy. At 38m 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 Ogden, UT to Salt Lake City, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 25th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wall Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 30th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 31st Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 15 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 400 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Lincoln Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ogden, UT and Salt Lake City, UT.
1
Start on 24th Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
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24th Street
2
Turn left onto Lincoln Avenue
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Lincoln Avenue
3
Turn right onto 25th Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
25th Street
4
Turn left onto Wall Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Wall Avenue
5
Turn right onto 30th Street
138 ft
·
2 sec
·
30th Street
6
Continue on 30th Street
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
30th Street
7
Turn straight onto 31st Street
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
31st Street
8
Take the ramp left toward I 15 South, I 84 East: Salt Lake City
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
I 15 South, I 84 East: Salt Lake City
9
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
0.7 mi
·
45 sec
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
10
Keep slight left to continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
27 mi
·
29 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
11
Keep slight left to continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
12
Take the exit slight right toward 400 South
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
400 South
13
Keep slight left to continue on City Center, Temple Square, Vivint Arena
509 ft
·
14 sec
·
City Center, Temple Square, Vivint Arena
14
Turn straight onto 400 South
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
400 South
15
Turn left onto Main Street
79 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 38-minute duration, you have total flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak local traffic hours can make for a smoother experience. Since you are not covering any significant highway miles, you will find it easy to pull over or adjust your plans on the fly if needed. You won't need to worry about planning for rest stops, as the entire trip is short enough to drive in one go. To make the most of this transit, keep your navigation tools handy for the turn-heavy sections along Wall Avenue and 25th Street. Simply budget your $6 for gas, keep an eye on local road signs, and enjoy the ease of this quick Mountain West connection.
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 19.2 miles from Ogden, UT, or about 19m 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 38.3 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.2 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Salt Lake City, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ogden, 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 Ogden, UT
This is one driving day of about 38.3 miles and 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ogden, 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 19.2 mi from Ogden, UT · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.2 miles from Ogden, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Salt Lake City, UT
The final approach into Salt Lake City, 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 Salt Lake City, 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
$6.07 one way
$12.14 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
| premium | $4.53 | $6.83 | $13.66 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.51 | $17.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| Efficient EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.35 | $1.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.36 | $2.45 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
Salt Lake City, UT
Afternoon in Salt Lake City on Sunday
Local time
2:07 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
43°F
Farmington, UT
19 mi in
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
1 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
38m 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 Ogden, UT to Salt Lake City, UT covers 38.3 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lincoln Avenue, 25th Street, Wall Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.2 miles from Ogden, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.07 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 Ogden, UT to Salt Lake City, UT is easy. At 38m 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 Ogden, UT to Salt Lake City, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Ogden, UT to Salt Lake City, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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