Origin
Sandy Hills, UT
Late night in Sandy Hills on Monday
Local time
2:36 AM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sandy Hills, UT to Salt Lake City, UT
Drive Time
22m
Distance
15.7 mi
25 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
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6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sandy Hills, UT
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from Sandy Hills to Salt Lake City, this 15.7-mile journey is a straightforward commute. You can expect to spend about 22 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of just $2, it is a highly economical route within the Mountain West region. Navigating this path involves transitioning through local thoroughfares like 1300 East and Union Park Avenue rather than relying on long-distance transit. Since the entire trip takes less than half an hour, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or multiple rest stops. It is a practical, no-fuss connection between these two Utah locations.
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
7.9 miles from Sandy Hills, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is defined as a turn-heavy local drive, requiring your full attention as you transition between city streets. You will spend only about 5% of your time on highways, keeping the pace steady rather than fast. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 7.9 miles along the Veterans Memorial Highway. Because the road relies heavily on local infrastructure, you should be prepared for frequent directional changes rather than a monotonous interstate grind. Expect a functional, urban driving experience that prioritizes connectivity over high-speed cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Silvercrest Drive is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
4,760 ft
4,229 ft
Total Climb
122 ft
Total Descent
618 ft
Highest Point
4,760 ft
Elevation Range
531 ft
Notable High Points
4,343 ft at ~7.2 miles
+0 ft prominence
4,278 ft at ~8.5 miles
+9 ft prominence
4,277 ft at ~9.9 miles
+9 ft prominence
4,271 ft at ~11.8 miles
+22 ft prominence
4,241 ft at ~13.1 miles
+6 ft prominence
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 Sandy Hills, UT to Salt Lake City, UT is easy. At 22m 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 Sandy Hills, UT to Salt Lake City, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Silvercrest Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 1300 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Union Park Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 215 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Belt Route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 15 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 15 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Silvercrest Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sandy Hills, UT and Salt Lake City, UT.
1
Start on Sandy Hills Drive
486 ft
·
22 sec
·
Sandy Hills Drive
2
Turn left onto Silvercrest Drive
515 ft
·
20 sec
·
Silvercrest Drive
3
Turn right onto 1300 East
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
1300 East
4
Continue on Union Park Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Union Park Avenue
5
Take the ramp slight right toward I 215 West
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 215 West
6
Merge slight left onto Belt Route
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Belt Route
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 15: Salt Lake City, Las Vegas
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
I 15: Salt Lake City, Las Vegas
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 15 North: Salt Lake
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
I 15 North: Salt Lake
9
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
7.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
10
Take the exit slight right toward 600 South
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
600 South
11
Continue on SR 269: 600 South
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 269: 600 South
12
Turn left onto West Temple
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Temple
13
Turn right onto 400 South
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
400 South
14
Turn left onto Main Street
79 ft
·
3 sec
·
Main Street
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 22-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the trip without planning for any formal stops, as the total distance is only 15.7 miles. Keep in mind that because this route is turn-heavy, it is wise to map out your specific turns on 1300 East and Union Park Avenue before you pull out of your driveway. With a low fuel cost of $2, you can easily top off your tank before leaving Sandy Hills to ensure you have plenty of range for your arrival in Salt Lake City. Use this quick transit time to your advantage by focusing on navigating local traffic efficiently rather than worrying about long-haul logistics.
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 7.9 miles from Sandy Hills, UT, or about 11m 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 15.7 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.9 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Salt Lake City, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sandy Hills, 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 Sandy Hills, UT
This is one driving day of about 15.7 miles and 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sandy Hills, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.9 mi from Sandy Hills, UT · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 15.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.9 miles from Sandy Hills, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Salt Lake City, UT
The final approach into Salt Lake City, 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 Salt Lake City, 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
$2.49 one way
$4.98 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $2.62 | $5.23 |
| premium | $4.53 | $2.80 | $5.60 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.49 | $6.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.75 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.37 | $0.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.20 | $1.00 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
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
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
22m 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 Sandy Hills, UT to Salt Lake City, UT covers 15.7 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Silvercrest Drive, 1300 East, Union Park Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.9 miles from Sandy Hills, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.49 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.
The drive from Sandy Hills, UT to Salt Lake City, UT is easy. At 22m 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 Sandy Hills, UT to Salt Lake City, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Sandy Hills, UT to Salt Lake City, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 4,229 ft to 4,760 ft elevation with about 122 ft of total climbing. There are 5 notable high points along the way.
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