Origin
Oquirrh, UT
Afternoon in Oquirrh on Sunday
Local time
4:19 PM
MDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oquirrh, UT to Sandy Hills, UT
Drive Time
25m
Distance
13.9 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
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6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 24m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oquirrh, UT
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Sandy Hills, UT
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit between Oquirrh and Sandy Hills, Utah, you will cover 13.9 miles in approximately 25 minutes. This local connection stays entirely within the Mountain West region, making it an easy day trip that requires no overnight stops. Because the route is short and direct, you can expect to spend only about $2 on fuel for the entire journey. You will rely on a series of local streets rather than major thoroughfares, which keeps the travel time predictable. It is a straightforward commute that is best suited for those who prefer staying off the highway system. Ultimately, this is a low-stress drive that fits perfectly into a busy schedule.
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
6.9 miles from Oquirrh, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. You will navigate a sequence of local roads, specifically Cedar Hill Road, Wakefield Way, and 6200 South, rather than cruising on a monotonous interstate. With a highway share of 0%, the route lacks long, straight stretches, as evidenced by the fact that your longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on Cedar Hill Road. Maneuvering through these turns requires a consistent pace, making the experience feel more like a suburban commute than a high-speed transit. It is a technical, low-speed trip that keeps you engaged with the road layout from start to finish.
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.
6200 South is the longest continuous segment at about 4.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Cedar Hill Road.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 13.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Cedar Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (I 215 / Belt Route): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Cedar Hill Road
Turn left onto Cedar Hill Road
Navigation decision point
5
5.9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the ramp toward I 215 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 215 East
5
6.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
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I 215 / Belt Route
Merge onto I 215 / Belt Route
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
9.8 mi into trip
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~18m in
Take the exit toward Union Park Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 9
Toward Union Park Avenue
6
13.7 mi into trip
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~25m in
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Silvercrest Drive
Turn left onto Silvercrest Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Oquirrh, UT to Sandy Hills, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Union Park Avenue South along the way.
Union Park Avenue South
10 mi in
|
~18m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 6200 South | 4.7 mi | 9m |
| Belt Route | 3.6 mi | 3m |
| 1300 East | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Union Park Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Wakefield Way | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| Redwood Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Silvercrest Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Sandy Hills Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
6200 South
— 4.7 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oquirrh, UT and Sandy Hills, UT.
1
Start on Oquirrh Ridge Drive
129 ft
·
11 sec
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Oquirrh Ridge Drive
2
Turn left onto Cedar Hill Road
244 ft
·
12 sec
·
Cedar Hill Road
3
Turn right onto Wakefield Way
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Wakefield Way
4
Turn right onto 6200 South
4.7 mi
·
9 min
·
6200 South
5
Turn slight left
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
Toward Redwood Road
6
Turn left onto SR 68
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Redwood Road
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 215 East
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 215
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Belt Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 9
Toward Union Park Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward Union Park Avenue South
11
Turn straight onto Union Park Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Union Park Avenue
12
Continue on 1300 East
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
1300 East
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto Silvercrest Drive
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Silvercrest Drive
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto Sandy Hills Drive
485 ft
·
16 sec
·
Sandy Hills Drive
15
Arrive at destination
Sandy Hills Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 25-minute journey, you have immense flexibility regarding your departure time. You do not need to worry about planning for rest stops, as the trip is designed to be completed in one go without any scheduled pauses. To make the most of the drive, stay alert for the frequent turns required when transitioning between Wakefield Way and 6200 South. Because you are strictly on local roads, keep an eye on your navigation to ensure you remain on the correct path through the turns. Budgeting around $2 for fuel should be more than enough to cover your needs for this 13.9-mile trip, allowing you to focus entirely on the road ahead.
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 6.9 miles from Oquirrh, UT, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.7 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 13.9 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.9 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sandy Hills, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oquirrh, 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 Oquirrh, UT
This is one driving day of about 13.9 miles and 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Oquirrh, 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 6200 South for about 4.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.9 mi from Oquirrh, UT · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.9 miles from Oquirrh, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sandy Hills, UT
The final approach into Sandy Hills, 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 Sandy Hills, 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
$2.20 one way
$4.41 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $2.32 | $4.63 |
| premium | $4.53 | $2.48 | $4.96 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.09 | $6.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.95 | $0.89 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Sandy Hills, UT
Afternoon in Sandy Hills on Sunday
Local time
4:19 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°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
1 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
25m 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 Oquirrh, UT to Sandy Hills, UT covers 13.9 miles and takes about 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 6200 South, Belt Route, 1300 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.9 miles from Oquirrh, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.20 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 is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 13.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Cedar Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (I 215 / Belt Route): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Oquirrh, UT to Sandy Hills, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Union Park Avenue South along the way.
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