Origin
Provo, UT
Late night in Provo on Wednesday
Local time
3:35 AM
MDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Provo, UT to Highland, UT
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
27m
Distance
18 mi
29 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
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6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Provo, UT
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Highland, UT
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Trip Overview
This short 18-mile drive from Provo to Highland, Utah, will only take you about 27 minutes, making it an easy day trip. You'll primarily be on Veterans Memorial Highway and local streets like 100 East and West Center Street. With a minimal fuel cost estimated at $3, this route is budget-friendly. The drive is entirely within the Mountain West region, offering a consistent local feel. Since it's so brief, you won't need an overnight stay; it's perfect for a quick commute or a short excursion.
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
9 miles from Provo, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 18-mile journey. There's no highway driving involved (0% highway share), so prepare for frequent intersections and changes in speed limits. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 10.3 miles along Veterans Memorial Highway. This route feels more like navigating through neighborhoods and local roads rather than open highway cruising. The character remains consistently local throughout the short distance.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 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 10.3 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 US 189 / North University Avenue.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 18 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 (US 189 / North University Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (SR 114 / West Center Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 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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US 189 / North University Avenue
Turn right onto US 189 / North University Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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SR 114 / West Center Street
Turn right onto SR 114 / West Center Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
12.2 mi into trip
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~15m in
Take the exit toward SR 180: 500 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 276
Toward SR 180: 500 East
8
12.5 mi into trip
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~15m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 180: American Fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward SR 180: American Fork
6
14 mi into trip
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~18m in
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SR 74 / 100 East
Turn right onto SR 74 / 100 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 10.3 mi | 11m |
| 100 East | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| West Center Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Alpine Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| 500 East | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 100 North | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North 5600 West | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 10.3 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Provo, UT and Highland, UT.
1
Start on Center Street
21 ft
·
3 sec
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Center Street
2
Turn right onto US 189
478 ft
·
18 sec
·
North University Avenue
3
Turn left onto 100 North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
100 North
4
Turn left onto US 89
475 ft
·
12 sec
·
North 500 West
5
Turn right onto SR 114
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Center Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
this road
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Merge onto I 15
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 276
Toward SR 180: 500 East
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward SR 180: American Fork
Use the right lane.
10
Turn straight onto SR 180
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
500 East
11
Turn left onto US 89
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on US 89
433 ft
·
16 sec
·
Main Street
13
Turn right onto SR 74
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
100 East
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on SR 74
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Alpine Highway
15
Turn left onto West 10400 North
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
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West 10400 North
16
Turn right onto North 5600 West
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
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North 5600 West
17
Turn left onto West 10680 North
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
West 10680 North
18
Arrive at destination
West 10680 North
Trip Plan
Given the short 27-minute duration, there's no need to rush or plan extensive stops. You can leave anytime, but consider morning or late afternoon to avoid local traffic on Veterans Memorial Highway. The fuel cost is a mere $3, so refueling isn't a major concern. Keep an eye out for the numerous turns as you transition between Veterans Memorial Highway and local roads like 100 East. Being a quick trip, you have the flexibility to depart on your schedule.
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 9 miles from Provo, UT, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.3 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 18 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Highland, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Provo, 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 Provo, UT
This is one driving day of about 18 miles and 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Provo, 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 Veterans Memorial Highway for about 10.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9 mi from Provo, UT · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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
Arriving in Highland, UT
The final approach into Highland, 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 Highland, 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
$2.85 one way
$5.70 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $2.99 | $5.98 |
| premium | $4.53 | $3.21 | $6.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.97 | $7.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.89 | $0.86 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.58 | $0.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.52 | $1.15 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Highland, UT
Late night in Highland on Wednesday
Local time
3:35 AM
MDT
Current temp
62°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
3 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
27m 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 Provo, UT to Highland, UT covers 18 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, 100 East, West Center Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9 miles from Provo, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.85 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 13 significant decision points across 18 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 (US 189 / North University Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (SR 114 / West Center Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Provo, UT to Highland, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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