Origin
Roosevelt, UT
Morning in Roosevelt on Wednesday
Local time
6:17 AM
MDT
Current temp
35°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Roosevelt, UT to South Jordan, UT
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 51m
Distance
145.7 mi
234 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 40m
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6 AM
2h 51m
8 AM
3h 13m
10 AM
2h 59m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 0m
5 PM
3h 12m
8 PM
2h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Roosevelt, UT
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South Jordan, UT
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Trip Overview
The drive from Roosevelt, UT to South Jordan, UT covers 145.7 miles and takes about 2h 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 46220 West, Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, Veterans Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 68.1 miles on 46220 West. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.09 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
72.8 miles from Roosevelt, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 2h 51m drive with frequent turns across 145.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 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 68.1 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 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 118.1 miles in near SR 52 / Canyon Parkway.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 145.7 miles you will encounter 8 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: at 118.1 miles (SR 52 / Canyon Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 121.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 122.1 miles (I 15 / 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.
6
118.1 mi into trip
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~2h 16m in
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SR 52 / Canyon Parkway
Turn right onto SR 52 / Canyon Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
121.8 mi into trip
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~2h 23m in
Take the exit toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
5
122.1 mi into trip
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~2h 24m in
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I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
143.5 mi into trip
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~2h 46m in
Take the exit toward SR 151: 10600 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 293
Toward SR 151: 10600 South
6
143.5 mi into trip
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~2h 47m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 151 West: 10600 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward SR 151 West: 10600 South
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 46220 West | 68.1 mi | 1h 19m |
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 27.3 mi | 31m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 21.4 mi | 22m |
| US 189 | 17.8 mi | 20m |
| Canyon Parkway | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| US Highway 189 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| 10600 South | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
46220 West
— 68.1 mi, about 1h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roosevelt, UT and South Jordan, UT.
1
Start on US 40; US 191
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
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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
68 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
46220 West
5
Turn left
373 ft
·
7 sec
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on US 189
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
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US 189
7
Continue on US Highway 189
3.6 mi
·
4 min
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US Highway 189
8
Continue on US 189
17 mi
·
20 min
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US 189
9
Turn right onto SR 52
3.7 mi
·
6 min
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Canyon Parkway
Use the right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 15
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
327 ft
·
4 sec
Exit 293
Toward SR 151: 10600 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Toward SR 151 West: 10600 South
14
Turn slight left onto SR 151
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
10600 South
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on SR 151
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
10515 South
16
Continue on SR 151
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
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South Jordan Parkway
17
Continue on SR 151
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
10400 South
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on SR 151
0.1 mi
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12 sec
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10400 South
19
Arrive at destination
SR 151
Trip Plan
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 72.8 miles from Roosevelt, UT, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.1 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 72.8 miles or 1h 24m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Jordan, 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.
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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 Roosevelt, UT
This is one driving day of about 145.7 miles and 2h 51m.
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 68.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72.8 mi from Roosevelt, UT · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 72.8 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 68.1 miles.
Arriving in South Jordan, UT
The final approach into South Jordan, 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 South Jordan, 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
$23.09 one way
$46.18 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $24.20 | $48.40 |
| premium | $4.53 | $25.99 | $51.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.17 | $64.34 |
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: 51 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.7 | 0 | $15.30 | $6.99 |
| Efficient EV | 36.4 | 0 | $12.75 | $5.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.3 | 0 | $20.40 | $9.32 |
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
South Jordan, UT
Morning in South Jordan on Wednesday
Local time
6:17 AM
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 51m 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 South Jordan, UT covers 145.7 miles and takes about 2h 51m 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, Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72.8 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 $23.09 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 145.7 miles you will encounter 8 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: at 118.1 miles (SR 52 / Canyon Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 121.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 122.1 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Roosevelt, UT to South Jordan, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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