Origin
River Heights, UT
Afternoon in River Heights on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
MDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from River Heights, UT to Hyde Park, UT
Drive Time
14m
Distance
6.8 mi
11 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
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6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
River Heights, UT
Matthew Montrone
Trip Overview
Traveling between River Heights and Hyde Park, UT, is a quick 6.8-mile journey that typically takes about 14 minutes. Because the distance is so short, this is easily managed as a single-day trip without any need for overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via Main Street, 300 South, and Hyde Park Lane to reach your destination. With a fuel budget of just $1, this is an incredibly economical route that fits perfectly into a local schedule. Navigating through the Mountain West, you will find this transition between towns to be straightforward and efficient. It is an ideal option if you need to move between these two communities quickly without the hassle of long-distance planning.
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
3.4 miles from River Heights, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route features zero highway miles. You will spend the bulk of your time on local roads, with your longest uninterrupted stretch being 5.1 miles along Main Street. Because you aren't dealing with highway mergers or heavy traffic flow, the pace remains consistent and predictable from start to finish. The character of the drive is strictly functional, prioritizing town-to-town connectivity over open-road cruising. Keep your focus on the various turns required to transition between the main roads, as the route demands your full attention despite its short duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Main Street is the longest continuous segment at about 5.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Country Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 14m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Country Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (300 South): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 89; US 91 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Country Road
Turn right onto Country Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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300 South
At end of road, turn left onto 300 South
Navigation decision point
6
1 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 89; US 91 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 89; US 91 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
6.1 mi into trip
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~12m in
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Hyde Park Lane
Turn right onto Hyde Park Lane
Navigation decision point
5
6.3 mi into trip
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~13m in
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Hyde Park Lane
Enter roundabout onto Hyde Park Lane
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| Hyde Park Lane | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 300 South | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Country Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| 600 South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— 5.1 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between River Heights, UT and Hyde Park, UT.
1
Start on 600 South
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
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600 South
2
Turn right onto Country Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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Country Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto 300 South
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
300 South
4
Turn right onto US 89; US 91
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Main Street
Use the none lane.
5
Turn right onto Hyde Park Lane
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Hyde Park Lane
6
Enter roundabout onto Hyde Park Lane
151 ft
·
4 sec
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Hyde Park Lane
7
Continue on Hyde Park Lane
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Hyde Park Lane
8
Turn right onto Main Street
103 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
9
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief, 14-minute trip, you have total flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning stops or rest breaks, as the entire journey is completed in under seven miles. Budgeting for fuel is simple, as a $1 investment should cover your needs for the duration of the trip. To ensure a smooth arrival in Hyde Park, pay close attention to your navigation when transitioning between 300 South and Hyde Park Lane. Use this short travel time to your advantage by keeping your schedule light, as the lack of required stops makes this one of the most efficient drives in the region.
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 3.4 miles from River Heights, UT, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.1 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 6.8 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.4 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hyde Park, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving River Heights, 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 River Heights, UT
This is one driving day of about 6.8 miles and 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from River Heights, 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 Main Street for about 5.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.4 mi from River Heights, UT · 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
3 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 Hyde Park, UT
The final approach into Hyde Park, 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 Hyde Park, 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
$1.08 one way
$2.16 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $1.13 | $2.27 |
| premium | $4.53 | $1.21 | $2.42 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.51 | $3.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2 | 0 | $0.71 | $0.33 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.60 | $0.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.95 | $0.44 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Hyde Park, UT
Afternoon in Hyde Park on Sunday
Local time
4:24 PM
MDT
Current temp
34°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
24 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
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 River Heights, UT to Hyde Park, UT covers 6.8 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Main Street, Hyde Park Lane, 300 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.4 miles from River Heights, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.08 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 straightforward 14m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Country Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (300 South): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (US 89; US 91 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from River Heights, UT to Hyde Park, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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