Origin
Salt Lake City, UT
Afternoon in Salt Lake City on Sunday
Local time
1:51 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Salt Lake City, UT to Genola, UT
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
69.2 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Genola, UT
Emilio Sánchez Hernández
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick getaway from Salt Lake City to Genola, you can expect a straightforward journey covering 69.2 miles. The trip typically takes about 1 hour and 23 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-15 ALT, the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, and Main Street. With a fuel budget of approximately $11, this excursion is quite cost-effective for a weekend escape. Both locations sit within the Mountain West, ensuring a consistent regional feel throughout your travel. Because of the manageable distance, this route offers a simple and efficient way to transition from the city to your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
34.6 miles from Salt Lake City, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with about 90% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the route features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 62.2 miles along I-15 ALT. Expect a consistent, fast-paced experience rather than a winding backroad journey. As you transition from the highway onto local roads like Main Street, the pace shifts from interstate cruising to a more localized driving environment. The road’s personality is defined by these efficient, high-speed segments that prioritize direct travel over technical maneuvers.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 62.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 15 ALT and Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 300 South.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.2 miles you will encounter 10 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 (300 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (SR 186 / State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (SR 269 / 500 South): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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300 South
Turn right onto 300 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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SR 186 / State Street
Turn right onto SR 186 / State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
|
SR 269 / 500 South
Turn right onto SR 269 / 500 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
|
SR 270 / West Temple
Turn left onto SR 270 / West Temple
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
1.5 mi into trip
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~4m in
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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 none lane.
Toward I 15 South, I 80 East: Las Vegas, Cheyen...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 15 ALT | 62.2 mi | 1h 6m |
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| South Main Street | 1 mi | 3m |
| West Temple | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 800 South | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| US 6 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| State Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 15 ALT
— 62.2 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salt Lake City, UT and Genola, UT.
1
Start on Main Street
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto 300 South
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
·
300 South
Use the right lane.
3
Turn right onto SR 186
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
State Street
Use the none lane.
4
Turn right onto SR 269
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
500 South
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left onto SR 270
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Temple
Use the none lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 15 ALT
62 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
I 15 ALT
Toward I 15 South, I 80 East: Las Vegas, Cheyenne
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit onto US 6
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
US 6
Exit 244
Toward US 6 West
8
Turn right onto US 6
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on US 6
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
11
Turn left onto 800 South
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
800 South
12
Turn right onto South Main Street
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 1 hour and 23 minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the main highways, though you won't need to worry about planning for long-distance rest stops. Because you are on the road for fewer than two hours, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to schedule mid-way breaks. Keep in mind that the majority of your time is spent on I-15 ALT, so ensure your vehicle is ready for a long, sustained stretch of highway speeds. A smart strategy is to check your fuel levels before merging onto I-15 ALT, as the 62.2-mile stretch is the primary portion of your journey.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 34.6 miles from Salt Lake City, UT, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.2 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 69.2 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.6 miles or 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Genola, 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 69.2 miles and 1h 23m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 15 ALT for about 62.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.6 mi from Salt Lake City, UT · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 69.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.6 miles from Salt Lake City, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 15 ALT if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.2 miles.
Arriving in Genola, UT
The final approach into Genola, 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 Genola, 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
$10.97 one way
$21.93 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $11.53 | $23.05 |
| premium | $4.53 | $12.34 | $24.68 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.37 | $30.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.27 | $3.32 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.69 | $4.43 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Genola, UT
Afternoon in Genola on Sunday
Local time
1:51 PM
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
5 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
1h 23m 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 Genola, UT covers 69.2 miles and takes about 1h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 15 ALT, Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, 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 34.6 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 $10.97 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.2 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (300 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (SR 186 / State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (SR 269 / 500 South): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Salt Lake City, UT to Genola, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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