Origin
Riverton, UT
Afternoon in Riverton on Wednesday
Local time
12:21 PM
MDT
Current temp
63°F
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Drive Time
22m
Distance
16.7 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverton, UT
Brett Sayles
American Fork, UT
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This quick 16.7-mile drive from Riverton to American Fork in Utah's Mountain West region is easily manageable in just 22 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You'll primarily navigate local roads like Redwood Road and Bangerter Highway before connecting to I-15 for a portion of the journey. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $3, this route offers a straightforward and efficient way to travel between these two communities. The overall feel is a turn-heavy local drive, so be prepared for frequent adjustments.
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
8.3 miles from Riverton, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
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Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" on this route, as indicated by its profile. While it involves some highway travel on I-15, the majority of the 16.7 miles are on surface streets, suggesting a need for attention to traffic signals and intersections. There's no significant highway share to speak of, and the longest uninterrupted stretch isn't a defining feature of this drive. The character of the road will shift from local arterials to the faster pace of the interstate and back, requiring you to adapt your driving style.
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 1.8 miles in near SR 154 / Bangerter Highway.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 16.7 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: at 1.8 miles (SR 154 / Bangerter Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (I 15; US 89 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Merge onto SR 154 / Bangerter Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 15; US 89 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 145: American Fork, Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward American Fork, Main Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto SR 74 / 100 East
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 10.7 mi | 11m |
| Bangerter Highway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Redwood Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| 100 East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton, UT and American Fork, UT.
Start on this road
Turn right onto SR 68
Take the ramp
Merge onto SR 154
Take the exit
Merge onto I 15; US 89
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto SR 145
Continue on SR 145
Turn left onto SR 74
Arrive at destination
Given the short 22-minute duration and 16.7-mile distance, flexibility is key for this trip from Riverton to American Fork. You can easily depart at any time of day, though avoiding peak commute hours on Redwood Road and Bangerter Highway might make for a smoother experience. With a fuel cost of only around $3, you won't need to worry much about refueling stops. Since it's such a brief journey, focus on being well-rested before you set out, and pay close attention to the numerous turns required throughout the drive.
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.
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 16.7 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.3 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near American Fork, UT than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Riverton, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Riverton, UT
This is one driving day of about 16.7 miles and 22m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.3 mi from Riverton, UT · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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.
The final approach into American Fork, 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 American Fork, UT.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$2.65 one way
$5.29 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $2.77 | $5.55 |
| premium | $4.53 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.69 | $7.37 |
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: 5.8 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 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.34 | $1.07 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Riverton on Wednesday
Local time
12:21 PM
MDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in American Fork on Wednesday
Local time
12:21 PM
MDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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