Origin
Roosevelt, UT
Afternoon in Roosevelt on Sunday
Local time
1:50 PM
MDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roosevelt, UT to Sandy Hills, UT
Drive Time
2h 50m
Distance
144.9 mi
233 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 39m
★
6 AM
2h 50m
8 AM
3h 12m
10 AM
2h 58m
12 PM
2h 56m
3 PM
2h 59m
5 PM
3h 11m
8 PM
2h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sandy Hills, UT
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Trip Overview
Spanning 144.9 miles across the Mountain West, this trip from Roosevelt to Sandy Hills typically takes about 2 hours and 50 minutes to complete. It is a straightforward drive that works perfectly as a one-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $23 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. By utilizing the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway and the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, you will navigate through the heart of Utah. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, this route offers a reliable connection between the two locations.
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
72.5 miles from Roosevelt, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While you might be used to long stretches of straight pavement, this route features zero highway share, relying instead on local roads like 46220 West. You will encounter a significant 85-mile stretch on 46220 West, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of your trip. Because the road character is technical rather than a monotonous interstate grind, you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience. The transition between these road types keeps the journey engaging from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
46220 West is the longest continuous segment at about 85 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 around 115.5 miles in near I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway.
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 144.9 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: at 115.5 miles (I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 132.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 140.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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
115.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
|
I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge onto I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
132.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 32m in
Take the exit toward I 215 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 130
Toward I 215 South
7
140.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 42m in
Take the exit toward Union Park Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 9
Toward Union Park Avenue
6
141.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 43m in
|
Union Park Avenue
Turn left onto Union Park Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
144.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 49m in
|
Silvercrest Drive
Turn left onto Silvercrest Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 46220 West | 85 mi | 1h 39m |
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 27.3 mi | 31m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 16.9 mi | 18m |
| Belt Route | 7.4 mi | 7m |
| Union Park Avenue | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| 1300 East | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
46220 West
— 85 mi, about 1h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roosevelt, UT and Sandy Hills, UT.
1
Start on US 40; US 191
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Continue on US 40; US 191
27 mi
·
31 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
3
Continue on US 40; US 191
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
4
Continue on US 40
85 mi
·
1 hr 39 min
·
46220 West
Use the left / none lanes.
5
Take the exit
1.9 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 80 West
6
Merge onto I 80
17 mi
·
18 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 130
Toward I 215 South
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
this road
Toward I 215
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
10
Merge onto I 215
7.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Belt Route
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 9
Toward Union Park Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto Union Park Avenue
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Union Park Avenue
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on 1300 East
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
1300 East
Use the none lane.
14
Turn left onto Silvercrest Drive
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Silvercrest Drive
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto Sandy Hills Drive
485 ft
·
16 sec
·
Sandy Hills Drive
16
Arrive at destination
Sandy Hills Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your personal routine. You should budget for at least one stop during the 144.9-mile transit to ensure you stay alert on the more technical sections of the road. Because the route is turn-heavy, keep a close eye on your navigation to manage the transitions between 46220 West and the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. Having $23 set aside for fuel before you head out will help you avoid any last-minute stress at the pump. Taking a quick break mid-way through that 85-mile stretch will help you maintain your focus for the remainder of the drive.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.5 miles from Roosevelt, UT, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.5 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sandy Hills, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Roosevelt, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Roosevelt, UT
This is one driving day of about 144.9 miles and 2h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Roosevelt, 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 46220 West for about 85 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72.5 mi from Roosevelt, UT · 1h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 72.5 miles from Roosevelt, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before 46220 West if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85 miles.
Arriving in Sandy Hills, UT
The final approach into Sandy Hills, 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 Sandy Hills, 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
$22.96 one way
$45.92 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $24.14 | $48.27 |
| premium | $4.53 | $25.84 | $51.67 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.19 | $64.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.5 | 0 | $15.21 | $6.96 |
| Efficient EV | 36.2 | 0 | $12.68 | $5.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58 | 0 | $20.29 | $9.27 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Destination
Sandy Hills, UT
Afternoon in Sandy Hills on Sunday
Local time
1:50 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°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
8 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
2h 50m 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 Roosevelt, UT to Sandy Hills, UT covers 144.9 miles and takes about 2h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 46220 West, Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72.5 miles from Roosevelt, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.96 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.
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 demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 144.9 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: at 115.5 miles (I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 132.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 140.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Roosevelt, UT to Sandy Hills, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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