Origin
Perry, UT
Late night in Perry on Friday
Local time
5:11 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Perry, UT to West Jordan, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
65.2 mi
105 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
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
This 65.2-mile drive from Perry, UT to West Jordan, UT is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. You'll primarily be on Veterans Memorial Highway, Belt Route, and Legacy Parkway, with about 21% of the journey on highways. With a projected fuel cost of around $10, this is an economical option for exploring the Mountain West region within Utah. The route offers a practical way to travel between these two points without requiring an overnight stay. It's a straightforward journey that can be completed with minimal planning.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 65.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for much of this 65.2-mile route. While 21% of the drive is on highways, the majority involves navigating local roads and junctions. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 32.7 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent travel. The road character shifts as you progress, moving from potentially more open highway sections to the more involved nature of local driving. This means you'll be engaged with the driving, making frequent adjustments.
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.
Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 32.7 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 around 0.1 miles in near Allen Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (Allen Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 3.3 miles (SR 315 / 750 North): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Allen Street
At end of road, turn left onto Allen Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
3.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
SR 315 / 750 North
Turn right onto SR 315 / 750 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
37.3 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward Legacy Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 324
Toward Legacy Parkway
7
62.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward SR 68: Redwood Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 13
Toward SR 68: Redwood Road
7
62.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 68: 6200 South West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward SR 68: 6200 South West
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 32.7 mi | 34m |
| Belt Route | 13 mi | 13m |
| Legacy Parkway | 11.4 mi | 13m |
| Redwood Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Highway 89 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| 750 North | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Freedom Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 32.7 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Perry, UT and West Jordan, UT.
1
Start on Freedom Street
0.1 mi
·
39 sec
·
Freedom Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto Allen Street
295 ft
·
15 sec
·
Allen Street
3
Turn left onto US 89
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 89
4
Continue on US 89
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
5
Turn right onto SR 315
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
750 North
Use the right lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 15 South, I 84 East: Ogden
7
Merge onto I 15; I 84
16 mi
·
16 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 324
Toward Legacy Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on SR 67
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Legacy Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 215
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Belt Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 13
Toward SR 68: Redwood Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
310 ft
·
7 sec
Toward SR 68: 6200 South West
Use the right lane.
14
Turn straight onto SR 68
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Redwood Road
Use the right lane.
15
Turn right onto SR 48
86 ft
·
1 sec
·
7800 South
Use the right lane.
16
Arrive at destination
SR 48
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.6 mi from Perry, UT · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.6 miles from Perry, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West Jordan, UT
The final approach into West Jordan, 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
$10.33 one way
$20.66 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $10.83 | $21.66 |
| premium | $4.53 | $11.63 | $23.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.40 | $28.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.85 | $3.13 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.13 | $4.17 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
West Jordan, UT
Late night in West Jordan on Friday
Local time
5:11 AM
MDT
Current temp
48°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
16 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
1h 15m 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 Perry, UT to West Jordan, UT covers 65.2 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Belt Route, Legacy Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.6 miles from Perry, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.33 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 65.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (Allen Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 3.3 miles (SR 315 / 750 North): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Perry, UT to West Jordan, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Timpanogos Cave National Monument and Golden Spike National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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