Trip from Riverton, UT to Brigham City, UT

Drive Time

1h 26m

Distance

76.9 mi

124 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min

4 AM

1h 20m ★

6 AM

1h 27m

8 AM

1h 40m

10 AM

1h 32m

12 PM

1h 30m

3 PM

1h 32m

5 PM

1h 40m

8 PM

1h 23m

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

If you are planning a trip from Riverton to Brigham City, you are looking at a 76.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes to complete. Because this is a relatively short trip through the Mountain West, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $12 for fuel to cover the distance. Since the route relies on local surface streets rather than major interstates, expect a steady pace rather than high-speed cruising. It serves as a straightforward connection between these two Utah communities, ideal for those who prefer local roads over highway travel.

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

38.4 miles from Riverton, UT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience as you navigate away from Riverton. You will spend your time navigating through local thoroughfares like 12600 South and 12300 South before transitioning toward the Veterans Memorial Highway. With a 0% highway share, this route avoids the monotonous feel of high-speed interstates in favor of a more technical, engaging drive. Because the longest stretch on any single road like 12600 South is essentially nonexistent, you will need to stay alert for frequent turns and intersections. It is a hands-on drive that requires your full attention throughout the 76.9 miles.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

12600 South is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Riverton, UT to Brigham City, UT is easy. At 1h 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Riverton, UT to Brigham City, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
12600 South	Unavailable	Refreshing
12300 South	Unavailable	Refreshing
Veterans Memorial Highway	Unavailable	Refreshing
US 91	Unavailable	Refreshing
1100 South	Unavailable	Refreshing
Main Street	Unavailable	Refreshing
East 20 South	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: 12600 South — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Riverton, UT and Brigham City, UT.

1

Start on the route

187 ft · 15 sec · the route

2

Turn right

194 ft · 16 sec

3

Turn uturn onto 12600 South

1.6 mi · 2 min · 12600 South

4

Continue on 12300 South

1.1 mi · 2 min · 12300 South

5

Take the ramp slight left

0.5 mi · 37 sec

6

Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

32 mi · 34 min · Veterans Memorial Highway

7

Keep slight left to continue on Veterans Memorial Highway

38 mi · 39 min · Veterans Memorial Highway

8

Take the exit slight right toward US 91

0.2 mi · 22 sec · US 91

9

Keep slight right

0.3 mi · 37 sec

10

Merge slight left onto 1100 South

1.6 mi · 2 min · 1100 South

11

Turn left onto Main Street

1.6 mi · 3 min · Main Street

12

Turn right onto East 20 South

72 ft · 5 sec · East 20 South

13

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a turn-heavy local route, try to depart during off-peak hours to avoid the stop-and-go traffic common on surface streets. You do not need to worry about overnight logistics, as the 1 hour and 26 minute duration is easily manageable in one go. Keep your navigation system handy, as the lack of long highway stretches means you will be making several turns to stay on track. Given the $12 fuel estimate, you can easily top off your tank before leaving Riverton and reach your destination without needing to hunt for gas mid-route. Flexibility is your greatest asset here, so feel free to adjust your departure time to suit your personal schedule.

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 38.4 miles from Riverton, UT, or about 43m into the drive.

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 76.9 miles or 1h 26m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 38.4 miles or 43m 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 13m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brigham City, 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 76.9 miles and 1h 26m.

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.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 38.4 mi from Riverton, UT · 43m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Farmington, UT

38 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

Farr West, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 76.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Farmington, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 38.4 miles from Riverton, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Brigham City, UT

The final approach into Brigham City, 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 Brigham City, 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

$12.19 one way

$24.37 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.23	$12.81	$25.62
premium	$4.53	$13.71	$27.42
diesel	$5.64	$17.08	$34.17

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	23.1	$8.07	$3.69
Efficient EV	19.2	$6.73	$3.08
EV Truck/SUV	30.8	$10.77	$4.92

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Riverton, UT

Afternoon in Riverton on Sunday

Local time

1:50 PM

MDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Brigham City, UT

Afternoon in Brigham City on Sunday

Local time

1:50 PM

MDT

Current temp

37°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

43°F

Farmington, UT

38 mi in

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 26m 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 Brigham City, UT covers 76.9 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are 12600 South, 12300 South, Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 38.4 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 $12.19 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 Riverton, UT to Brigham City, UT is easy. At 1h 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Riverton, UT to Brigham City, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Riverton, UT to Brigham City, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.