Origin
Provo, UT
Afternoon in Provo on Sunday
Local time
1:54 PM
MDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Provo, UT to Mount Pleasant, UT
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
57 mi
92 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Provo, UT
Vladimir Srajber
Mount Pleasant, UT
James Lee
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward transition from the urban hub of Provo to the quieter setting of Mount Pleasant, this 57-mile journey is an ideal day trip. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 14 minutes behind the wheel, making it a highly manageable drive through the Mountain West. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $9, the trip is as economical as it is efficient. Since the travel time is relatively short, you can easily complete the entire route in a single day without needing an overnight stay. This highway-focused path serves as a reliable connection between these two Utah locales, offering a simple and direct travel experience.
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
28.5 miles from Provo, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route leans heavily on major thoroughfares, with 69% of your time spent on highways like US 89 and the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. You will find yourself cruising along the Veterans Memorial Highway, which sets a consistent pace for the first leg of your journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 35 miles on US 89, allowing you to settle into a steady rhythm behind the wheel. Because this is a highway-focused drive, the experience is defined by efficiency rather than winding, technical maneuvers. As you progress toward Mount Pleasant, you will notice the transition from the bustling environment of Provo to the more open, highway-dominant landscape of the region.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 89 is the longest continuous segment at about 35 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 89 and Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. 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
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 57 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 1.7 miles (US 189): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.6 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 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
7
1.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
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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
2.6 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
7.2 mi into trip
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~11m in
Take the exit toward US 6 East, SR 156: Spanish Fork, Main Street, Price
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 257B-A
Toward US 6 East, SR 156: Spanish Fork, Main St...
8
7.6 mi into trip
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~12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 6 East: Price
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Exit 257B
Toward US 6 East: Price
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Provo, UT to Mount Pleasant, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Price along the way.
Price
7.2 mi in
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~11m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 89 | 35 mi | 43m |
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 10.1 mi | 12m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 4.6 mi | 4m |
| US 6 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| North University Avenue | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| US 189 | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Center Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North State Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
US 89
— 35 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Provo, UT and Mount Pleasant, UT.
1
Start on Center Street
21 ft
·
3 sec
·
Center Street
2
Turn right onto US 189
478 ft
·
18 sec
·
North University Avenue
3
Continue on US 189
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North University Avenue
Use the none lane.
4
Take the exit onto US 189
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 189
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas, Lakeview Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 15
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 257B-A
Toward US 6 East, SR 156: Spanish Fork, Main Street, Price
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 257B
Toward US 6 East: Price
Use the straight lane.
8
Merge
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Toward US 6 East: Price
9
Continue on US 6
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
US 6
Use the left / none lanes.
10
Continue on US 6
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
12
Turn right onto US 89
35 mi
·
43 min
·
US 89
Use the right lane.
13
Arrive at destination
US 89
Trip Plan
Because this drive is short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than worrying about strict timing constraints. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled along the 57-mile path, be sure to fuel up your vehicle before you leave Provo to keep your $9 estimated cost as accurate as possible. Keep in mind that the majority of your travel occurs on major highways, so maintain awareness of traffic flow while navigating the 35-mile stretch on US 89. Utilizing this direct route allows you to maximize your time at your destination, as you will likely reach Mount Pleasant in just over an hour. Prioritize a steady driving speed to make the most of the highway-focused infrastructure.
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 28.5 miles from Provo, UT, or about 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35 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 57 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.5 miles or 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Pleasant, 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 57 miles and 1h 14m.
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 US 89 for about 35 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.5 mi from Provo, UT · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.5 miles from Provo, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Mount Pleasant, UT
The final approach into Mount Pleasant, 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 Mount Pleasant, 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
$9.03 one way
$18.06 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
| premium | $4.53 | $10.16 | $20.33 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.66 | $25.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.98 | $2.74 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $4.99 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.98 | $3.65 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Mount Pleasant, UT
Afternoon in Mount Pleasant on Sunday
Local time
1:54 PM
MDT
Current temp
33°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
6 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 14m 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 Mount Pleasant, UT covers 57 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 89, Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, 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 28.5 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 $9.03 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 9 significant decision points across 57 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 1.7 miles (US 189): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.6 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Provo, UT to Mount Pleasant, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Price along the way.
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