The drive from Park City, UT to Saint George, UT covers 304.2 miles and takes about 5h 18m 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, US 40 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 $48.20 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
152.1 miles from Park City, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 46m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 18m. Total distance: 304.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 18m drive with frequent turns across 304.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 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. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.4 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 304.2 miles you will encounter 14 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: at 4.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 4.9 miles (US 40; US 189): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.9 miles (US 189): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
4.4 mi into trip|~6m in
Take the exit toward US 40 East: Heber City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 40 East: Heber City
5
4.9 mi into trip|~7m in|US 40; US 189
Merge onto US 40; US 189
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
46.9 mi into trip|~1h 2m 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
47.8 mi into trip|~1h 4m 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
301.9 mi into trip|~5h 11m 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
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
254.1 mi
4h 6m
US 189
18.8 mi
22m
US 40
13.5 mi
15m
North University Avenue
7.1 mi
14m
US Highway 189
3.6 mi
4m
Kearns Boulevard
3.1 mi
3m
Trailblazer Boulevard
0.9 mi
2m
Deer Valley Drive
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 254.1 mi, about 4h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Park City, UT and Saint George, UT.
1
Start on Park Avenue
0.2 mi·31 sec·Park Avenue
2
Turn right onto 9th Street
200 ft·11 sec·9th Street
3
Turn left onto Main Street
351 ft·20 sec·Main Street
4
Turn left onto SR 224
0.8 mi·1 min·Deer Valley Drive
5
Turn right onto SR 224
0.3 mi·33 sec·Park Avenue
6
Turn right onto SR 248
3.1 mi·3 min·Kearns Boulevard
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Toward US 40 East: Heber City
8
Merge onto US 40; US 189
13 mi·15 min·US 40; US 189
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on US 189
0.4 mi·38 sec·US 189
10
Continue on US Highway 189
3.6 mi·4 min·US Highway 189
11
Continue on US 189
17 mi·20 min·US 189
12
Continue on US 189
7.1 mi·14 min·North University Avenue
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit onto US 189
0.9 mi·2 min·US 189
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas, Lakeview ParkwayUse the straight / right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 15
254 mi·4 hr 6 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit onto I 15 BUS
0.8 mi·2 min·I 15 BUS
Exit 8Toward SR 34: Saint George BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
16
Turn left onto University Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·University Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Trailblazer Boulevard
0.9 mi·2 min·Trailblazer Boulevard
18
Turn right onto 100 West
230 ft·12 sec·100 West
19
Turn right
510 ft·37 sec
20
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 152.1 miles from Park City, UT, or about 2h 46m 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 67 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 152.1 miles or 2h 46m 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 20m
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 Park City, 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 Park City, UT
This is one driving day of about 304.2 miles and 5h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Park City, 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 152.1 mi from Park City, UT
· 2h 46m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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
~23 min detour
$12
near mile 31.5
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
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 241.3
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...
14 mi from route
~36 min detour
$35
near mile 272.7
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
91.3
1
$31.94
$14.60
Efficient EV
76.1
0
$26.62
$12.17
EV Truck/SUV
121.7
1
$42.59
$19.47
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (66% 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
Park City, UT
Morning
in Park City on Saturday
Local time
6:20 AM
MDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Saint George, UT
Morning
in Saint George on Saturday
Local time
6:20 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 18m 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 Park City, UT to Saint George, UT covers 304.2 miles and takes about 5h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, US 189, US 40. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 152.1 miles from Park City, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.20 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 304.2 miles you will encounter 14 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: at 4.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 4.9 miles (US 40; US 189): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.9 miles (US 189): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Park City, 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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
