Origin
Riverton, UT
Afternoon in Riverton on Sunday
Local time
1:48 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverton, UT to Bountiful, UT
Drive Time
35m
Distance
29.4 mi
47 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverton, UT
Brett Sayles
Bountiful, UT
Nancy Zjaba
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Riverton to Bountiful, you are looking at a straightforward 29.4-mile journey across the Mountain West. Expect to spend about 35 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $5 for fuel should cover your needs for this direct route. Because the transit is so efficient, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your schedule around your own agenda. This is a practical, local transit rather than a destination-heavy vacation route, perfect for those moving between these two Utah communities.
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
14.7 miles from Riverton, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate through the urban landscape. You will utilize a series of local thoroughfares, including 12600 South and 12300 South, rather than relying on a singular interstate corridor. While there is a 0% highway share, you will spend a significant portion of your time on the Veterans Memorial Highway, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 24.7 miles. The road’s personality is defined by these transitions between local surface streets and the primary highway, requiring you to remain alert for frequent turns.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 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 24.7 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.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 29.4 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: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 71 / 12600 South): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 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
Turn right
Navigation decision point
9
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 71 / 12600 South
Turn uturn onto SR 71 / 12600 South
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
3.2 mi into trip
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~5m in
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I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway toward Salt Lake City
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Salt Lake City
7
27.9 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward SR 68: 500 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 316
Toward SR 68: 500 South
8
28.3 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Bountiful
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Bountiful
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Riverton, UT to Bountiful, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Salt Lake City along the way.
Salt Lake City
3.2 mi in
|
~5m
|
via I 15
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 24.7 mi | 26m |
| 12600 South | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| 12300 South | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| 500 South | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Center Street | <0.1 mi | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 24.7 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton, UT and Bountiful, UT.
1
Start on this road
187 ft
·
15 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
192 ft
·
15 sec
3
Turn uturn onto SR 71
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
12600 South
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on SR 71
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
12300 South
Use the none lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 15
25 mi
·
26 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward Salt Lake City
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 316
Toward SR 68: 500 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
192 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Bountiful
Use the right lane.
9
Turn straight onto SR 68
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
500 South
Use the none lane.
10
Turn left onto Main Street
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto Center Street
21 ft
·
0 sec
·
Center Street
12
Arrive at destination
Center Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 35-minute drive, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever it best suits your plans without needing to worry about long-distance pacing. You won't need to schedule formal stops given the short duration of the trip, allowing you to head straight to your destination. Keep in mind that because this route relies on local roads, traffic patterns can vary, so check your navigation app before pulling out of your driveway. Prioritize your departure time based on peak local commute hours to ensure your trip remains as smooth as possible.
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 14.7 miles from Riverton, UT, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.7 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 29.4 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.7 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bountiful, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Riverton, 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 Riverton, UT
This is one driving day of about 29.4 miles and 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Riverton, 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 24.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.7 mi from Riverton, UT · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 29.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.7 miles from Riverton, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bountiful, UT
The final approach into Bountiful, 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 Bountiful, 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
$4.66 one way
$9.32 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $4.90 | $9.79 |
| premium | $4.53 | $5.24 | $10.48 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.53 | $13.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.09 | $1.41 |
| Efficient EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.57 | $1.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Bountiful, UT
Afternoon in Bountiful on Sunday
Local time
1:48 PM
MDT
Current temp
45°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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
35m 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 Riverton, UT to Bountiful, UT covers 29.4 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, 12600 South, 12300 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.7 miles from Riverton, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.66 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 29.4 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: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (SR 71 / 12600 South): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Riverton, UT to Bountiful, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Salt Lake City along the way.
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