Origin
Saint George, UT
Afternoon in Saint George on Sunday
Local time
12:40 PM
MDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint George, UT to Monroe, UT
Drive Time
2h 39m
Distance
157.5 mi
253 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
Photo: Ankit Bisht
Trip Overview
Spanning 157.5 miles through the heart of the Mountain West, this trip from Saint George to Monroe takes approximately 2 hours and 39 minutes to complete. Because the travel time is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, though you are welcome to extend your stay in Monroe if you prefer a slower pace. You should budget roughly $24 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Utah locations. Navigating this route involves a mix of local roads, including 100 West, 200 South, and Main Street. It is an honest, utilitarian drive that keeps you off the major interstates, providing a direct transition between these two regional points.
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
78.7 miles from Saint George, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, meaning you will navigate through local thoroughfares rather than high-speed lanes. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch on 100 West is 0 miles, you will find yourself frequently adjusting your speed and navigating turns throughout the journey. The character of the road is consistently technical, keeping the experience engaging rather than passive. You will spend the entire 2-hour and 39-minute drive focused on the nuances of local road travel rather than cruising on autopilot.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
100 West is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Saint George, UT to Monroe, UT is easy. At 2h 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Saint George, UT to Monroe, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 100 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 200 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Saint George Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 15 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 70 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 118 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
100 West
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint George, UT and Monroe, UT.
1
Start on the route
512 ft
·
39 sec
·
the route
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 the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Main Street
82 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
6
Exit the roundabout onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Main Street
7
Turn right onto Saint George Boulevard
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Saint George Boulevard
8
Take the ramp slight left toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
I 15 North: Salt Lake City
9
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
123 mi
·
1 hr 57 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 70 East: Richfield, Denver
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70 East: Richfield, Denver
11
Continue straight
25 mi
·
24 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward SR 118: Joseph, Monroe
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
SR 118: Joseph, Monroe
13
Turn right onto West Main Street
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
West Main Street
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 157.5-mile journey is best completed in a single day, try to depart early to make the most of your time in Monroe. You only need to plan for one stop along the way, which makes pacing the trip simple and flexible. Keep your $24 fuel budget in mind when filling up, as local road driving can sometimes be less efficient than sustained highway speeds. Because you are navigating strictly local roads, watch your speed carefully as you transition through the various sections of 100 West, 200 South, and Main Street. Taking advantage of the route's flexibility allows you to pull over whenever you need a break without worrying about missing a highway exit.
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 78.7 miles from Saint George, UT, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
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 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.7 miles or 1h 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 2h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Monroe, 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 157.5 miles and 2h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 78.7 mi from Saint George, UT · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 78.7 miles from Saint George, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Monroe, UT
The final approach into Monroe, 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 Monroe, 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
$24.96 one way
$49.92 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $26.24 | $52.47 |
| premium | $4.53 | $28.08 | $56.17 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $34.99 | $69.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.3 | 0 | $16.54 | $7.56 |
| Efficient EV | 39.4 | 0 | $13.78 | $6.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63 | 0 | $22.05 | $10.08 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Monroe, UT
Afternoon in Monroe on Sunday
Local time
12:40 PM
MDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
35°F
Milford, UT
79 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
14 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
2h 39m 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 Saint George, UT to Monroe, UT covers 157.5 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 100 West, 200 South, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 78.7 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 $24.96 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.
The drive from Saint George, UT to Monroe, UT is easy. At 2h 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Saint George, UT to Monroe, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Saint George, UT to Monroe, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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