Origin
Riverton, UT
Afternoon in Riverton on Sunday
Local time
12:36 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverton, UT to Hurricane, UT
Drive Time
4h 39m
Distance
275.7 mi
444 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
Photo: Alex Moliski
Trip Overview
The drive from Riverton, UT to Hurricane, UT covers 275.7 miles and takes about 4h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Veterans Memorial Highway, SR 17, Bangerter Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 262 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $43.69 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
137.8 miles from Riverton, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 39m drive with frequent turns across 275.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
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 262 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 1.8 miles in near SR 154 / Bangerter Highway.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 39m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow 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 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 4.4 miles (I 15; US 89 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.8 mi into trip
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~3m in
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SR 154 / Bangerter Highway
Merge onto SR 154 / Bangerter Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
4
4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward I-15: Las Vegas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I-15: Las Vegas
5
4.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
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I 15; US 89 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15; US 89 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
266.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 23m in
Take the exit toward SR 17: Toquerville, Hurricane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 17: Toquerville, Hurricane
7
275.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 38m in
|
SR 59 / East 100 South
Turn right onto SR 59 / East 100 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 262 mi | 4h 16m |
| SR 17 | 8.7 mi | 14m |
| Bangerter Highway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Redwood Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| East 100 South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South 100 East | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| S 100 W | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 262 mi, about 4h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton, UT and Hurricane, UT.
1
Start on this road
64 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto SR 68
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Redwood Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
4
Merge onto SR 154
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Bangerter Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I-15: Las Vegas
6
Merge onto I 15; US 89
262 mi
·
4 hr 16 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward SR 17: Toquerville, Hurricane
8
Turn left onto SR 17
8.7 mi
·
14 min
·
SR 17
9
Turn left onto South 100 East
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
South 100 East
10
Turn right onto SR 59
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
East 100 South
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Continue on S 100 W
54 ft
·
2 sec
·
S 100 W
12
Arrive at destination
S 100 W
Trip Plan
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 137.8 miles from Riverton, UT, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 262 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 80 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 137.8 miles or 2h 17m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hurricane, 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.
+
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 275.7 miles and 4h 39m.
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.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 262 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 137.8 mi from Riverton, UT · 2h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
138 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 137.8 miles from Riverton, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 262 miles.
Arriving in Hurricane, UT
The final approach into Hurricane, 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 Hurricane, UT.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.69 one way
$87.38 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
97 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $45.92 | $91.85 |
| premium | $4.53 | $49.16 | $98.32 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $61.25 | $122.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 96.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 82.7 | 1 | $28.95 | $13.23 |
| Efficient EV | 68.9 | 0 | $24.12 | $11.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 110.3 | 1 | $38.60 | $17.64 |
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Hurricane, UT
Afternoon in Hurricane on Sunday
Local time
12:36 PM
MDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
36°F
Nibley, UT
138 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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 39m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Hurricane, UT covers 275.7 miles and takes about 4h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, SR 17, Bangerter Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 137.8 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 $43.69 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 39m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 4.4 miles (I 15; US 89 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Riverton, UT to Hurricane, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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