Origin
Riverton, UT
Afternoon in Riverton on Sunday
Local time
3:06 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverton, UT to Kearns, UT
Drive Time
20m
Distance
13 mi
21 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
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6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverton, UT
Brett Sayles
Kearns, UT
Miles Rothoerl
Trip Overview
Traveling between Riverton and Kearns is a quick 13-mile trip that typically takes about 20 minutes to complete. Because of the short distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You will navigate through the Mountain West region using a combination of local streets like 12600 South and 5415 South, along with the Bangerter Highway. With a fuel budget of just $2, this is an incredibly economical drive for commuters or locals heading between these two Utah communities. It is a straightforward, functional connection rather than a destination-heavy scenic tour, making it ideal for those who value efficiency. Keep in mind that this is a turn-heavy local drive, so stay alert as you transition between the various surface streets.
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
6.5 miles from Riverton, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that emphasizes navigating suburban infrastructure rather than open-road cruising. While you will spend a portion of your time on the Bangerter Highway, the route maintains a 0% highway share in terms of traditional interstate travel, focusing instead on connecting arterial roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Bangerter Highway, covering 8.3 miles of the journey. The experience shifts from local neighborhood navigation to more structured highway transit, requiring you to stay focused on upcoming turns. It is a practical, utilitarian experience that avoids long, monotonous segments in favor of more frequent adjustments behind the wheel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bangerter Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 8.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 13 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (1830 West): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
1830 West
At end of road, turn right onto 1830 West
Navigation decision point
5
2.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward SR 154 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward SR 154 North
7
11.2 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward SR 173: 5400 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 16
Toward SR 173: 5400 South
6
11.6 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 173: Utah Olympic Oval, USANA Amphitheatre
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 173: Utah Olympic Oval, USANA Amphith...
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Riverton, UT to Kearns, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Usana Amphitheatre along the way.
Usana Amphitheatre
11.6 mi in
|
~17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bangerter Highway | 8.3 mi | 9m |
| 12600 South | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| 5415 South | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 4420 West | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 5400 South | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 1830 West | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Redwood Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 5015 South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Bangerter Highway
— 8.3 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton, UT and Kearns, UT.
1
Start on this road
64 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto SR 68
193 ft
·
5 sec
·
Redwood Road
3
Turn right
0.1 mi
·
50 sec
4
At end of road, turn right onto 1830 West
339 ft
·
13 sec
·
1830 West
5
Turn left onto SR 71
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
12600 South
Use the none lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward SR 154 North
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto SR 154
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Bangerter Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 16
Toward SR 173: 5400 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
364 ft
·
11 sec
Toward SR 173: Utah Olympic Oval, USANA Amphitheatre
10
Turn slight left onto SR 173
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
5400 South
11
Continue on SR 173
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
5415 South
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right onto 4420 West
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
4420 West
13
Turn right onto 5015 South
28 ft
·
1 sec
·
5015 South
14
Arrive at destination
5015 South
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 20-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though local traffic patterns should always be your primary concern. You will not need to plan for any stops along the way, allowing you to reach your destination efficiently. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, double-check your GPS before pulling out of Riverton to ensure you are prepared for the transitions onto 12600 South and 5415 South. Budgeting $2 for fuel is more than sufficient for the 13-mile trek, giving you peace of mind regarding your expenses. Use the 8.3-mile stretch on the Bangerter Highway to maintain a steady pace, but remain ready to exit promptly as you approach the Kearns area.
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 6.5 miles from Riverton, UT, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.3 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 13 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.5 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kearns, 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 13 miles and 20m.
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 Bangerter Highway for about 8.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.5 mi from Riverton, UT · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.5 miles from Riverton, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kearns, UT
The final approach into Kearns, 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 Kearns, 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
$2.06 one way
$4.12 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $2.17 | $4.33 |
| premium | $4.53 | $2.32 | $4.64 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.89 | $5.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.37 | $0.62 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.14 | $0.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.82 | $0.83 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Kearns, UT
Afternoon in Kearns on Sunday
Local time
3:06 PM
MDT
Current temp
59°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
16 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
20m 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 Kearns, UT covers 13 miles and takes about 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bangerter Highway, 12600 South, 5415 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.5 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 $2.06 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 13 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (1830 West): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Riverton, UT to Kearns, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Usana Amphitheatre along the way.
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