The drive from Saint George, UT to Francis, UT covers 300.9 miles and takes about 5h 15m 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, Provo Canyon Road, SR 32 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 254.4 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.68 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
150.5 miles from Saint George, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 30m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 15m. Total distance: 300.9 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
Expect a 5h 15m drive with frequent turns across 300.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 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 254.4 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 Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 15m drive. You will face about 10 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 10 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
256.9 mi into trip|~4h 14m in
Take the exit toward US 189 North: University Ave
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 263
Toward US 189 North: University Ave
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
254.4 mi
4h 7m
Provo Canyon Road
17.4 mi
19m
SR 32
10.4 mi
14m
South University Avenue
7.3 mi
14m
South Main Street
4.7 mi
6m
US Highway 189
3.6 mi
4m
Saint George Boulevard
1.4 mi
3m
US 189
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 254.4 mi, about 4h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint George, UT and Francis, 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
254 mi·4 hr 7 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 263Toward US 189 North: University AveUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on US 189
7.3 mi·14 min·South University Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on US 189
17 mi·19 min·Provo Canyon Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US Highway 189
3.6 mi·4 min·US Highway 189
14
Continue on US 189
0.4 mi·32 sec·US 189
15
Turn left onto US 40; US 189
4.7 mi·6 min·South Main Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto SR 32
10 mi·14 min·SR 32
17
Arrive at destination
SR 32
Trip Plan
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 150.5 miles from Saint George, UT, or about 2h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 254.4 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 66 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 150.5 miles or 2h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Francis, 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 300.9 miles and 5h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 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 254.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 150.5 mi from Saint George, UT
· 2h 30m into the drive
The midpoint is around 150.5 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 254.4 miles.
Arriving in Francis, UT
The final approach into Francis, 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 Francis, 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...
9 mi from route
~23 min detour
$12
near mile 269.8
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
~31 min detour
$10
near mile 62.3
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
~35 min detour
$35
near mile 31.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.68 one way
$95.36 round trip
$4.03/gal25.4 MPG avg105 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$49.98
$99.96
premium
$4.53
$53.68
$107.35
diesel
$5.61
$66.43
$132.87
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
90.3
1
$31.59
$14.44
Efficient EV
75.2
0
$26.33
$12.04
EV Truck/SUV
120.4
1
$42.13
$19.26
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 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 Friday
Local time
6:10 AM
MDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Francis, UT
Morning
in Francis on Friday
Local time
6:10 AM
MDT
Current temp
38°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
41 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
5h 15m 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 Francis, UT covers 300.9 miles and takes about 5h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Provo Canyon Road, SR 32. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 150.5 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 $47.68 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 5h 15m drive. You will face about 10 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 Francis, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Timpanogos Cave National Monument, Cedar Breaks National Monument and Zion National Park.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
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