Origin
Riverton, UT
Afternoon in Riverton on Sunday
Local time
3:11 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverton, UT to Cedar City, UT
Drive Time
3h 57m
Distance
235.6 mi
379 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 45m
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6 AM
3h 57m
8 AM
4h 23m
10 AM
4h 6m
12 PM
4h 4m
3 PM
4h 8m
5 PM
4h 22m
8 PM
3h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverton, UT
Brett Sayles
Cedar City, UT
Hao Ma
Trip Overview
Traveling from Riverton to Cedar City covers 235.6 miles of Utah terrain, typically taking about 3 hours and 57 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a relatively straightforward trek through the Mountain West, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip. You should budget approximately $36 for fuel to complete the journey. Navigating this route involves a combination of Redwood Road, Bangerter Highway, and I-15. Whether you are heading south for business or a change of scenery, the duration makes it manageable without requiring an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
117.8 miles from Riverton, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you transition from the suburban corridors of Riverton onto the major arteries leading south. Unlike a pure interstate haul, this route requires more active attention during the initial segments on Redwood Road and Bangerter Highway. While the drive eventually utilizes I-15, the path is characterized by its local navigation rather than a high highway-share percentage. Because there is no extended uninterrupted stretch on Redwood Road, you will find the drive requires frequent adjustments. You will experience a mix of busy local roads that eventually give way to the more consistent pace of the interstate.
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.
Redwood Road 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 57m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Riverton, UT to Cedar City, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Redwood Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bangerter Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I-15 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 130 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Redwood Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton, UT and Cedar City, UT.
1
Start on the route
66 ft
·
7 sec
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the route
2
Turn right onto Redwood Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Redwood Road
3
Take the ramp left
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
4
Merge slight left onto Bangerter Highway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bangerter Highway
5
Take the ramp straight toward 200 West, I-15: 200 West, Las Vegas
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
200 West, I-15: 200 West, Las Vegas
6
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
227 mi
·
3 hr 43 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
7
Take the exit slight right toward SR 130: Enoch
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
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SR 130: Enoch
8
Turn left onto North Main Street
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
North Main Street
9
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 3 hour and 57 minute transit, aim to leave early to avoid peak traffic congestion on the local roads. Since the route only requires one planned stop, you have plenty of flexibility to decide where to pause for a break or a quick refuel. Keep your $36 fuel budget in mind as you monitor your gauge, especially since local road driving can impact your efficiency differently than highway cruising. A practical tip for this specific route is to pay close attention to your navigation app while on Redwood Road and Bangerter Highway, as the frequent turns require more focus than the later stretches on I-15.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 117.8 miles from Riverton, UT, or about 1h 58m 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 80 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.8 miles or 1h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cedar 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 235.6 miles and 3h 57m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 117.8 mi from Riverton, UT · 1h 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 117.8 miles from Riverton, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cedar City, UT
The final approach into Cedar 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 Cedar 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
$37.33 one way
$74.67 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $39.25 | $78.49 |
| premium | $4.53 | $42.01 | $84.02 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $52.34 | $104.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.7 | 0 | $24.74 | $11.31 |
| Efficient EV | 58.9 | 0 | $20.62 | $9.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94.2 | 1 | $32.98 | $15.08 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Cedar City, UT
Afternoon in Cedar City on Sunday
Local time
3:11 PM
MDT
Current temp
41°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 57m 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 Cedar City, UT covers 235.6 miles and takes about 3h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Redwood Road, Bangerter Highway, I-15. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 117.8 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 $37.33 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 57m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Riverton, UT to Cedar City, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Riverton, UT to Cedar City, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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