Origin
Sandy Hills, UT
Afternoon in Sandy Hills on Sunday
Local time
3:12 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sandy Hills, UT to Monticello, UT
Drive Time
5h 30m
Distance
276.5 mi
445 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 17m
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6 AM
5h 31m
8 AM
5h 57m
10 AM
5h 40m
12 PM
5h 37m
3 PM
5h 41m
5 PM
5h 56m
8 PM
5h 23m
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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Monticello, UT
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Trip Overview
Spanning 276.5 miles through the Mountain West, this trip from Sandy Hills to Monticello is a solid one-day endeavor. Expect to spend about 5 hours and 30 minutes behind the wheel as you navigate away from the urban grid. Budget approximately $42 for fuel to cover the distance. Because this journey relies entirely on local roads rather than high-speed interstates, it offers a distinct, hands-on driving experience that differs from typical highway cruising. Whether you are heading south for business or a change of scenery, this route is best tackled as a single-day push to keep your travel plans efficient.
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
138.3 miles from Sandy Hills, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention from start to finish. You won't find any highway stretches here, meaning the entire 276.5-mile journey consists of navigating local infrastructure like Silvercrest Drive, 1300 East, and 11400 South. Because there are no long, straightaways—with the longest stretch on Silvercrest Drive measuring 0 miles—you should anticipate constant adjustments and frequent turns. This route is far from a monotonous interstate grind, offering a technical, localized road profile. Stay alert, as the absence of highway miles means you will be managing consistent, low-speed maneuvers for the duration of your trip.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 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.
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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 30m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sandy Hills, UT to Monticello, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Silvercrest Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 1300 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 11400 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 15 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 6 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Street | 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 Monticello, UT.
1
Start on Sandy Hills Drive
486 ft
·
22 sec
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Sandy Hills Drive
2
Turn left onto Silvercrest Drive
515 ft
·
20 sec
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Silvercrest Drive
3
Turn left onto 1300 East
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
1300 East
4
Turn right onto 11400 South
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
11400 South
5
Take the ramp slight left toward I 15 South
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
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I 15 South
6
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
34 mi
·
36 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 6 East, SR 156: Spanish Fork, Main Street, Price
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
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US 6 East, SR 156: Spanish Fork, Main Street, Price
8
Keep slight left to continue on US 6 East: Price
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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US 6 East: Price
9
Merge slight left onto US 6 East: Price
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 6 East: Price
10
Continue straight
3.7 mi
·
5 min
11
Continue on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
33 mi
·
39 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
12
Continue on State Street
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
State Street
13
Continue on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
35 mi
·
42 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
14
Continue on West Highway Drive
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Highway Drive
15
Continue on East Main Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
16
Continue on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
76 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
17
Take the exit slight right toward US 191: Crescent Junction, Moab
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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US 191: Crescent Junction, Moab
18
Keep slight right to continue on Arches, Dead Horse Point, Canyonlands
27 mi
·
31 min
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Arches, Dead Horse Point, Canyonlands
19
Keep slight right to continue on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
20
Turn straight onto Main Street
56 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
Main Street
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 5 hour and 30 minute duration, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid fatigue on these local roads. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs, as the continuous turning can be more taxing than standard highway driving. Since the entire route is comprised of local streets, keep a close eye on your navigation to ensure you don't miss any of the frequent turns required along 1300 East or 11400 South. Flexibility is your best asset here; because there are no major highway segments, you have the freedom to adjust your pace as needed throughout the day. Always double-check your fuel levels before leaving, as the $42 estimate is a baseline that can fluctuate based on your specific vehicle's efficiency.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 138.3 miles from Sandy Hills, UT, or about 2h 45m 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 138.3 miles or 2h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Monticello, 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 276.5 miles and 5h 30m.
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.
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 138.3 mi from Sandy Hills, UT · 2h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
138 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 138.3 miles from Sandy Hills, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Monticello, UT
The final approach into Monticello, 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 Monticello, 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
$43.82 one way
$87.63 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
97 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $46.06 | $92.12 |
| premium | $4.53 | $49.30 | $98.60 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $61.43 | $122.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 96.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 83 | 1 | $29.03 | $13.27 |
| Efficient EV | 69.1 | 0 | $24.19 | $11.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 110.6 | 1 | $38.71 | $17.70 |
Gas CO2
97 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Monticello, UT
Afternoon in Monticello on Sunday
Local time
3:12 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
5h 30m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Monticello, UT covers 276.5 miles and takes about 5h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Silvercrest Drive, 1300 East, 11400 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 138.3 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 $43.82 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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.
This is a straightforward 5h 30m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sandy Hills, UT to Monticello, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Sandy Hills, UT to Monticello, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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