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Trip from Salt Lake City, UT to Aurora, UT

Drive Time

2h 39m

Distance

148.2 mi

238 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

Good

3 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 29m ★
6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 1m
10 AM
2h 47m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 48m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 33m

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

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Downtown Aurora, UT, UT

Aurora, UT

Dmytro Sharyi

Trip Overview

Traveling from Salt Lake City to Aurora, UT, covers 148.2 miles through the heart of the Mountain West. You can expect a drive time of approximately 2 hours and 39 minutes, making this an ideal candidate for a straightforward day trip. With a estimated fuel cost of $23, it is a budget-friendly excursion that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-15 ALT, State Street, and Main Street to navigate between these two Utah destinations. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick change of scenery, the route is efficient and predictable for most drivers.

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

74.1 miles from Salt Lake City, UT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 80% of your journey spent on high-speed routes. You will settle into a long, consistent rhythm during the longest stretch of 118.5 miles on I-15 ALT. While the majority of your time is spent on major thoroughfares, the character of the road shifts as you transition onto State Street and Main Street to reach your final destination. Expect a steady, uninterrupted pace that allows you to cover the distance quickly. It is a functional, direct path that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding, technical backroads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 15 ALT is the longest continuous segment at about 118.5 miles.

Elevation Profile

High-altitude sections with notable climbs

6,081 ft 4,264 ft

Total Climb

2,371 ft

Total Descent

1,435 ft

Highest Point

6,081 ft

~135.8 mi in

Elevation Range

1,817 ft

Notable High Points

4,643 ft at ~24.7 miles +52 ft prominence
4,663 ft at ~37 miles +73 ft prominence
5,156 ft at ~74.1 miles +62 ft prominence
5,327 ft at ~92.6 miles +41 ft prominence
6,081 ft at ~135.8 miles +156 ft prominence

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 15 ALT and State Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 300 South.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 2h 39m 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 (300 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (SR 186 / State Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (I 15 ALT): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

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

6
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | 300 South

Turn right onto 300 South

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | SR 186 / State Street

Turn right onto SR 186 / State Street

Navigation decision point

8
1.5 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 15 ALT

Keep slight right at fork onto I 15 ALT toward I 15 South, I 80 East: Las Vegas, Cheyenne

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward I 15 South, I 80 East: Las Vegas, Cheyen...
5
120 mi into trip | ~2h 4m in

Take the exit toward US 50 East: Scipio

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 188 Toward US 50 East: Scipio
6
121.1 mi into trip | ~2h 6m in | US 50 / State Street

Turn right onto US 50 / State Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 15 ALT 118.5 mi 1h 59m
State Street 24.6 mi 30m
Main Street 2.8 mi 4m
US 50 0.7 mi 1m
West Temple 0.6 mi 1m
500 South 0.3 mi <1m
300 South 0.1 mi <1m
100 North <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 15 ALT — 118.5 mi, about 1h 59m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Salt Lake City, UT and Aurora, UT.

1

Start on Main Street

0.1 mi · 37 sec · Main Street
2

Turn right onto 300 South

0.1 mi · 38 sec · 300 South
3

Turn right onto State Street

0.3 mi · 52 sec · State Street
4

Turn right onto 500 South

0.3 mi · 50 sec · 500 South
5

Turn left onto West Temple

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Temple
6

Keep slight right to continue on I 15 South, I 80 East: Las Vegas, Cheyenne

119 mi · 1 hr 59 min · I 15 South, I 80 East: Las Vegas, Cheyenne
7

Take the exit slight right toward US 50 East: Scipio

0.4 mi · 29 sec · US 50 East: Scipio
8

Turn left

0.7 mi · 1 min
9

Turn right onto State Street

24 mi · 29 min · State Street
10

Turn right onto Main Street

2.7 mi · 3 min · Main Street
11

Turn right onto 100 North

30 ft · 1 sec · 100 North
12

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a manageable drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. You will only need to account for one planned stop to keep your trip comfortable and efficient. Because the route relies heavily on major highways, keep an eye on traffic patterns when leaving Salt Lake City to ensure a smooth start. Budgeting $23 for fuel should be sufficient, but it is always wise to double-check your vehicle's range before hitting the 118.5-mile stretch on I-15 ALT. Use that single stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the majority of your time will be spent seated on the interstate.

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 74.1 miles from Salt Lake City, UT, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 118.5 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 80 miles or 1h 24m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 74.1 miles or 1h 18m 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 6m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Salt Lake City, 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 Salt Lake City, UT

This is one driving day of about 148.2 miles and 2h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Salt Lake City, 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 I 15 ALT for about 118.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 74.1 mi from Salt Lake City, UT · 1h 18m into the drive

Downtown Provo, UT, UT

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Provo, UT

74 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

Payson, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Spanish Fork, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 74.1 miles from Salt Lake City, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 15 ALT if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 118.5 miles.

Arriving in Aurora, UT

The final approach into Aurora, 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 Aurora, 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 30.7
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.48 one way

$46.97 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 52 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.23 $24.69 $49.37
premium $4.53 $26.43 $52.85
diesel $5.64 $32.92 $65.85

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 51.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

EV Charging Along Route

3 DC fast chargers · Coverage: good

Applied Excavation

Salt Lake City, UT

POWERPUMP

2 DCFC

Applied Excavation

North Salt Lake, UT

POWERPUMP

2 DCFC

U OF U SOLAR CANOPY

Salt Lake City, UT

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

POWERPUMP: 2 ChargePoint Network: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 44.5 0 $15.56 $7.11
Efficient EV 37.1 0 $12.97 $5.93
EV Truck/SUV 59.3 0 $20.75 $9.48

Gas CO2

52 kg

EV CO2

17 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Salt Lake City, UT

Late night in Salt Lake City on Monday

Local time

2:36 AM

MDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Aurora, UT

Late night in Aurora on Monday

Local time

2:36 AM

MDT

Current temp

34°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 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 Salt Lake City, UT to Aurora, UT covers 148.2 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 I 15 ALT, State Street, Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.1 miles from Salt Lake City, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.48 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 39m 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 (300 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (SR 186 / State Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (I 15 ALT): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Salt Lake City, UT to Aurora, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
High-altitude sections with notable climbs. The route ranges from 4,264 ft to 6,081 ft elevation with about 2,371 ft of total climbing. There are 5 notable high points along the way.

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