Trip from Saint George, UT to Benson, UT

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Drive Time

6h 44m

Distance

389.6 mi

627 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$62

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

6h 33m ★

6 AM

6h 45m

8 AM

7h 8m

10 AM

6h 53m

12 PM

6h 51m

3 PM

6h 54m

5 PM

7h 7m

8 PM

6h 38m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Saint George, UT to Benson, UT covers 389.6 miles and takes about 6h 44m 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, US 89, 1000 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 353.1 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $61.74 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

194.8 miles from Saint George, UT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 17m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a 6h 44m drive with frequent turns across 389.6 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 21 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 353.1 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 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 100 West.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 389.6 miles you will encounter 15 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 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 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | 100 West

Turn right onto 100 West

Navigation decision point

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | 200 South

Turn right onto 200 South

Navigation decision point

0.5 mi into trip | ~2m in | Main Street

Enter roundabout onto Main Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

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

317.6 mi into trip | ~5h 19m in | I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway	353.1 mi	5h 51m
US 89	18.9 mi	22m
1000 West	5.6 mi	8m
1100 South	4.5 mi	5m
Airport Road	2.1 mi	3m
Saint George Boulevard	1.4 mi	3m
3000 North	1 mi	2m
3400 North	0.7 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Veterans Memorial Highway — 353.1 mi, about 5h 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Saint George, UT and Benson, UT.

Start on this road

510 ft · 39 sec · this road

Turn right onto 100 West

387 ft · 19 sec · 100 West

Turn right onto 200 South

0.1 mi · 32 sec · 200 South

Turn left onto Main Street

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Main Street

Enter roundabout onto Main Street

82 ft · 1 sec · Main Street

Continue on Main Street

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Main Street

Turn right onto I 15 BUS; SR 34

1.4 mi · 3 min · Saint George Boulevard

Take the ramp onto I 15 BUS

0.3 mi · 43 sec · I 15 BUS

Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City Use the slight left / straight lanes.

Merge onto I 15

315 mi · 5 hr 12 min · Veterans Memorial Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 15

38 mi · 39 min · Veterans Memorial Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto I 15 Business; I 84 Business

0.2 mi · 21 sec · I 15 Business; I 84 Business

Toward US 91

Keep slight right at fork onto I 15 Business; I 84 Business

0.3 mi · 36 sec · I 15 Business; I 84 Business

Merge onto US 91; I 15 Bus; I 84 Bus

4.5 mi · 5 min · 1100 South

Continue on US 89; US 91

19 mi · 22 min · US 89; US 91

Turn left onto SR 252

5.6 mi · 8 min · 1000 West

At end of road, turn left onto Airport Road

2.1 mi · 3 min · Airport Road

Continue on 3400 North

0.7 mi · 1 min · 3400 North

At end of road, turn left onto 3000 West

0.2 mi · 31 sec · 3000 West

Continue on 3200 North

0.5 mi · 1 min · 3200 North

Turn right onto 3000 North

1.0 mi · 2 min · 3000 North

Arrive at destination

3000 North

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 194.8 miles from Saint George, UT, or about 3h 17m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 353.1 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 86 miles or 1h 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 194.8 miles or 3h 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 5h 31m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Benson, UT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Saint George, 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 Saint George, UT

This is one driving day of about 389.6 miles and 6h 44m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 86 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 353.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 194.8 mi from Saint George, UT · 3h 17m into the drive

city in and county seat of Utah County, Utah, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Provo, UT

195 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.

Popular next leg

Provo, UT to Benson, UT

131.9 mi · 2h 31m

Pacing Suggestions

Milford, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 86 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Payson, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 194.8 miles from Saint George, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 353.1 miles.

Arriving in Benson, UT

The final approach into Benson, 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 Benson, 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.

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...

7 mi from route ~18 min detour $12 near mile 268.7

Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave

View on nps.gov

Cedar Breaks National Monument

National Monument

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 ~33 min detour $10 near mile 53.7

View on nps.gov

Zion National Park

National Park

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...

14 mi from route ~34 min detour $35 near mile 26.9

View on nps.gov

Golden Spike National Historical Park

National Historical Park

One of the greatest technological achievements of the 19th century is the completion of the first transcontinental railroad across the United States. Visitors to the park can see the location of the L...

29 mi from route ~74 min detour $20 near mile 349.3

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$61.74 one way

$123.48 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 136 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.22	$64.71	$129.43
premium	$4.53	$69.50	$139.00
diesel	$5.61	$86.02	$172.04

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$62

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$87–$112

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 136.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	116.9	1	$40.91	$18.70
Efficient EV	97.4	1	$34.09	$15.58
EV Truck/SUV	155.8	1	$54.54	$24.93

Gas CO2

136 kg

EV CO2

46 kg (66% 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 data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Saint George, UT

Evening in Saint George on Tuesday

Local time

7:57 PM

MDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Benson, UT

Evening in Benson on Tuesday

Local time

7:57 PM

MDT

Current temp

58°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

9 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

6h 44m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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 Benson, UT covers 389.6 miles and takes about 6h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, US 89, 1000 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 194.8 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 $61.74 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

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.

The route from Saint George, UT to Benson, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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