Saint George, UT to Alpine, UT is 276.6 miles and takes about 4h 41m via Veterans Memorial Highway, North County Boulevard, and Saint George Boulevard, with a fuel budget near $42 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a single-day trip within the Mountain West region, entirely within Utah. Expect a route that is more about navigating local roads than cruising on interstates. It’s a practical drive, ideal if you prefer a less highway-centric journey and are comfortable with more frequent turns. The fuel cost is estimated at $42, making it an economical choice for a day trip.
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
138.3 miles from Saint George, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 19m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 41m. Total distance: 276.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as 'turn-heavy,' meaning you'll encounter a good number of intersections and changes in direction rather than long stretches of uninterrupted highway. With a 0% highway share, you'll be on local roads for the entire 276.6 miles. The longest continuous stretch you'll experience is 266.4 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a substantial segment before you might need to navigate more complex local road networks. This road profile suggests a drive that requires attention to navigation and a steady pace, rather than high-speed cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 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 266.4 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 0.1 miles in near 100 West.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 41m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (100 West): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (200 South): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|100 West
Turn right onto 100 West
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|200 South
Turn right onto 200 South
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip|~2m in|Main Street
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
2.1 mi into trip|~6m in|I 15 BUS
Take the ramp onto I 15 BUS toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
7
268.8 mi into trip|~4h 26m in
Take the exit toward SR 135: Pleasant Grove Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 275
Toward SR 135: Pleasant Grove Boulevard
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
266.4 mi
4h 20m
North County Boulevard
5.5 mi
10m
Saint George Boulevard
1.4 mi
3m
South Canyon Crest Road
0.7 mi
1m
North 4800 West
0.5 mi
<1m
South Main Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Main Street
0.4 mi
<1m
I 15 BUS
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 266.4 mi, about 4h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint George, UT and Alpine, UT.
1
Start on this road
510 ft·39 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto 100 West
387 ft·19 sec·100 West
3
Turn right onto 200 South
0.1 mi·32 sec·200 South
4
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi·36 sec·Main Street
5
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
82 ft·1 sec·Main Street
6
Continue on Main Street
0.1 mi·15 sec·Main Street
7
Turn right onto I 15 BUS; SR 34
1.4 mi·3 min·Saint George Boulevard
8
Take the ramp onto I 15 BUS
0.3 mi·43 sec·I 15 BUS
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake CityUse the slight left / straight lanes.
9
Merge onto I 15
266 mi·4 hr 20 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Exit 275Toward SR 135: Pleasant Grove BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto SR 135
0.3 mi·38 sec·Pleasant Grove Boulevard
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto SR 129
5.5 mi·10 min·North County Boulevard
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on North 4800 West
0.5 mi·53 sec·North 4800 West
14
Continue on South Canyon Crest Road
0.7 mi·1 min·South Canyon Crest Road
15
Enter roundabout onto South Main Street
28 ft·0 sec·South Main Street
16
Continue on South Main Street
0.4 mi·45 sec·South Main Street
17
Turn left onto West Center Street
41 ft·1 sec·West Center Street
18
Arrive at destination
West Center Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 41m estimated duration and 276.6-mile distance, this trip is easily achievable in a single day. You can depart Saint George in the morning and arrive in Alpine by mid-afternoon, leaving plenty of daylight. Plan for one significant stop to break up the drive, perhaps around the halfway point, to stretch your legs and refuel if needed. Since you'll be on local roads for most of the journey, keep your navigation system handy; the longest stretch on Veterans Memorial Highway is 266.4 miles, but expect more turns as you approach your destination. The estimated fuel cost is $42, so ensure your tank is full before leaving Saint George.
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 138.3 miles from Saint George, UT, or about 2h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 266.4 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 61 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 138.3 miles or 2h 19m 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alpine, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Saint George, 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 Saint George, UT
This is one driving day of about 276.6 miles and 4h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Saint George, 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 266.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 138.3 mi from Saint George, UT
· 2h 19m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Timpanogos Cave National Monument
National Monument
The visitor center, caves, and cave tours have not yet opened for the 2026 season. Hike your way past stunning vistas to explore a hidden underground world. Taste the thrill of caving as you twist and...
4 mi from route
~9 min detour
$12
near mile 276.6
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
Crowning the Grand Staircase, Cedar Breaks sits at over 10,000 feet and looks down into a half-mile deep geologic amphitheater. Come wander among timeless bristlecone pines, stand in lush meadows of w...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
$10
near mile 57.2
Follow the paths where people have walked for thousands of years. Gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. Experience the tall, stretching walls...
13 mi from route
~34 min detour
$35
near mile 28.6
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
83
1
$29.04
$13.28
Efficient EV
69.2
0
$24.20
$11.06
EV Truck/SUV
110.6
1
$38.72
$17.70
Gas CO2
97 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Saint George, UT
Morning
in Saint George on Saturday
Local time
9:29 AM
MDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Alpine, UT
Morning
in Alpine on Saturday
Local time
9:29 AM
MDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Richfield, 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
7 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
4h 41m 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 Saint George, UT to Alpine, UT covers 276.6 miles and takes about 4h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, North County Boulevard, Saint George Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 138.3 miles from Saint George, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.39 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 41m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (100 West): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (200 South): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Saint George, UT to Alpine, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
