Origin
Provo, UT
Evening in Provo on Thursday
Local time
8:47 PM
MDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Provo, UT to Kamas, UT
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h
Distance
44.3 mi
71 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 57m
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
The drive from Provo, UT to Kamas, UT covers 44.3 miles and takes about 1h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Provo Canyon Road, SR 32, North University Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.4 miles on Provo Canyon Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 44.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (38%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Provo, UT to Kamas, UT covers 44.3 miles and takes about 1h, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Provo Canyon Road is the longest continuous segment at about 17.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 189 / North University Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Provo, UT to Kamas, UT is easy. At 1h with 38% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 189 / North University Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.9 miles (US 40; US 189 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 31.7 miles (SR 32): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
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
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
26.9 mi into trip
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~35m in
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US 40; US 189 / South Main Street
Turn left onto US 40; US 189 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
31.7 mi into trip
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~41m in
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SR 32
Turn right onto SR 32
Navigation decision point
3
42 mi into trip
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~56m in
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SR 32
Turn left onto SR 32
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Provo Canyon Road | 17.4 mi | 19m |
| SR 32 | 12.6 mi | 18m |
| North University Avenue | 5.5 mi | 10m |
| South Main Street | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| US Highway 189 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| US 189 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Center Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Provo Canyon Road
— 17.4 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Provo, UT and Kamas, UT.
1
Start on Center Street
21 ft
·
3 sec
·
Center Street
2
Turn right onto US 189
5.5 mi
·
10 min
·
North University Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 189
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Provo Canyon Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on US Highway 189
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 189
5
Continue on US 189
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
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US 189
6
Turn left onto US 40; US 189
4.7 mi
·
6 min
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South Main Street
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto SR 32
10 mi
·
14 min
·
SR 32
8
Turn left onto SR 32
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 32
9
Arrive at destination
SR 32
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.1 mi from Provo, UT · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.1 miles from Provo, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kamas, UT
The final approach into Kamas, 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
$7.02 one way
$14.04 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $7.36 | $14.72 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.90 | $15.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.78 | $19.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.65 | $2.13 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.88 | $1.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.20 | $2.84 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Kamas, UT
Evening in Kamas on Thursday
Local time
8:47 PM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
38°F
Midway, UT
22 mi in
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
27 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 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 Kamas, UT covers 44.3 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Provo Canyon Road, SR 32, North University Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.1 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 $7.02 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.
The drive from Provo, UT to Kamas, UT is easy. At 1h with 38% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 189 / North University Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.9 miles (US 40; US 189 / South Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 31.7 miles (SR 32): Navigation decision point.
The route from Provo, UT to Kamas, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Timpanogos Cave National Monument.
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