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Trip from Saint George, UT to Garland, UT

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

6h 21m

Distance

375.5 mi

604 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$60

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
6h 9m ★
6 AM
6h 22m
8 AM
6h 47m
10 AM
6h 30m
12 PM
6h 28m
3 PM
6h 32m
5 PM
6h 45m
8 PM
6h 14m

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

city in Washington County, Utah, United States

Saint George, UT

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Downtown Garland, UT, UT

Garland, UT

Mateusz Feliksik

Trip Overview

This 375.5-mile drive from Saint George, UT to Garland, UT will take approximately 6 hours and 21 minutes, making it a feasible one-day trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads like Veterans Memorial Highway and North 5200 West, with no highway driving to speak of. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $60. Given the turn-heavy nature of the profile, plan for a slightly longer drive time than the stated duration. This route stays within the Mountain West region, offering a consistent experience throughout your travels.

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

187.8 miles from Saint George, UT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 10m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 21m. Total distance: 375.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 21m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this entire 375.5-mile journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 367.6 miles, primarily on Veterans Memorial Highway. With a 0% highway share, this route is characterized by frequent turns and local road navigation rather than high-speed cruising. The road will likely feel more intimate and connected to the landscape as you pass through towns and varied terrain, demanding your attention more than a typical interstate.

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.
Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 367.6 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 Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 21m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 11 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.

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 317.6 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 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

6
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.
6
370 mi into trip | ~6h 12m in

Take the exit toward SR 13: Tremonton, Garland

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 376 Toward SR 13: Tremonton, Garland
6
370.4 mi into trip | ~6h 13m in | I 15 Bus; I 84 Bus; SR 13 / North 5200 West

Turn right onto I 15 Bus; I 84 Bus; SR 13 / North 5200 West

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway 367.6 mi 6h 5m
North 5200 West 4 mi 5m
Saint George Boulevard 1.4 mi 3m
Factory Street 0.7 mi 1m
Main Street 0.4 mi <1m
I 15 BUS 0.3 mi <1m
12800 North 0.3 mi <1m
North East Garland Road 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Veterans Memorial Highway — 367.6 mi, about 6h 5m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Saint George, UT and Garland, 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 City Use the slight left / straight lanes.
9

Merge onto I 15

315 mi · 5 hr 12 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 15

52 mi · 53 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 55 sec
Exit 376 Toward SR 13: Tremonton, Garland
12

Turn right onto I 15 Bus; I 84 Bus; SR 13

4.0 mi · 5 min · North 5200 West
Use the right lane.
13

Turn slight right onto North East Garland Road

0.2 mi · 42 sec · North East Garland Road
14

At end of road, turn left onto 12800 North

0.3 mi · 32 sec · 12800 North
15

Continue on SR 82

0.7 mi · 1 min · Factory Street
16

Arrive at destination

SR 82

Trip Plan

For this 6-hour and 21-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Saint George to maximize daylight and allow ample time for the numerous turns. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing, but keeping your fuel tank topped up is wise, especially on the longer stretches of Veterans Memorial Highway. The $60 fuel cost is a good baseline, but always factor in a buffer. Be prepared for the 'turn-heavy' nature of this route by using reliable navigation and staying alert to road changes.

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 187.8 miles from Saint George, UT, or about 3h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 367.6 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 83 miles or 1h 26m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 187.8 miles or 3h 10m 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 17m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Garland, 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 375.5 miles and 6h 21m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 83 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 367.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 187.8 mi from Saint George, UT · 3h 10m into the drive

city in Utah County, Utah, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Payson, UT

188 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

Beaver, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 83 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Payson, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 187.8 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 367.6 miles.

Arriving in Garland, UT

The final approach into Garland, 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 Garland, 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

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 271.9
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
View on nps.gov
Cedar Breaks National Monument

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 64.7
View on nps.gov
Zion National Park

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 25.9
View on nps.gov
Golden Spike National Historical Park

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...

21 mi from route ~51 min detour $20 near mile 375.5
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$59.50 one way

$119.01 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 131 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $62.37 $124.74
premium $4.53 $66.98 $133.97
diesel $5.61 $82.91 $165.81

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$60

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$85–$110

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 131.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 112.6 1 $39.43 $18.02
Efficient EV 93.9 1 $32.86 $15.02
EV Truck/SUV 150.2 1 $52.57 $24.03

Gas CO2

131 kg

EV CO2

44 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Saint George, UT

Night in Saint George on Thursday

Local time

11:19 PM

MDT

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Garland, UT

Night in Garland on Thursday

Local time

11:19 PM

MDT

Current temp

47°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

32 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

6h 21m 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 Garland, UT covers 375.5 miles and takes about 6h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, North 5200 West, Saint George Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 187.8 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 $59.50 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 itself is not hard, but at 6h 21m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 11 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
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 317.6 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Saint George, UT to Garland, 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. There are 4 parks within detour distance of this route.

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