Origin
Park City, UT
Morning in Park City on Saturday
Local time
6:41 AM
MDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Park City, UT to Lehi, 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
52.7 mi
85 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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.
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Trip Overview
Park City, UT to Lehi, UT is 52.7 miles and takes about 1h 7m via US 189, US 40, and Veterans Memorial Highway, 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 the Mountain West region of Utah. You'll primarily be on well-maintained highways, making it an efficient way to travel between these two locations. If you're looking for a quick, no-fuss drive with minimal time commitment, this route fits the bill perfectly. Consider this a practical transit option rather than a destination in itself.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 52.7 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 (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is largely highway-focused, with 73% of the journey taking place on faster roads. You'll experience a longest stretch of 17.9 miles on US 189, offering a good period of consistent travel before transitioning. The route incorporates US 40 and Veterans Memorial Highway, maintaining a high-speed feel for most of the 52.7 miles. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over winding scenic byways, though the mountainous backdrop of the region is ever-present.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 189 is the longest continuous segment at about 17.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 189 and US 40. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.7 miles you will encounter 16 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 39.8 miles (SR 52 / Canyon Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 43.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese 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
6
39.8 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
SR 52 / Canyon Parkway
Turn right onto SR 52 / Canyon Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
43.5 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
7
51.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward SR 73: Lehi Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 279
Toward SR 73: Lehi Main Street
8
51.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 73: Lehi Main Street West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward SR 73: Lehi Main Street West
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 189 | 17.9 mi | 20m |
| US 40 | 13.5 mi | 15m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 7.4 mi | 7m |
| Canyon Parkway | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| US Highway 189 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Kearns Boulevard | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Deer Valley Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 189
— 17.9 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Park City, UT and Lehi, 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
Turn right onto SR 52
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Canyon Parkway
Use the right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 15
7.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 279
Toward SR 73: Lehi Main Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
443 ft
·
12 sec
Toward SR 73: Lehi Main Street West
Use the left / right lanes.
17
Turn straight onto SR 73
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto Center Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Center Street
19
Turn left onto West 300 North
428 ft
·
20 sec
·
West 300 North
20
Turn right onto 100 West
101 ft
·
4 sec
·
100 West
21
Arrive at destination
100 West
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.3 mi from Park City, UT · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.3 miles from Park City, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lehi, UT
The final approach into Lehi, UT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.35 one way
$16.70 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $8.75 | $17.51 |
| premium | $4.53 | $9.40 | $18.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.64 | $23.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.61 | $2.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.38 | $3.37 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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
Lehi, UT
Morning in Lehi on Saturday
Local time
6:41 AM
MDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
28 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Park City, UT to Lehi, UT covers 52.7 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 189, US 40, Veterans Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.3 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 $8.35 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.7 miles you will encounter 16 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 39.8 miles (SR 52 / Canyon Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 43.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Park City, UT to Lehi, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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