Origin
Sandy, UT
Afternoon in Sandy on Sunday
Local time
1:48 PM
MDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sandy, UT to Hildale, UT
Drive Time
5h 13m
Distance
302 mi
486 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 0m
★
6 AM
5h 13m
8 AM
5h 40m
10 AM
5h 23m
12 PM
5h 20m
3 PM
5h 24m
5 PM
5h 39m
8 PM
5h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sandy, UT
Jan Kopřiva
Hildale, UT
Ankit Bisht
Trip Overview
The drive from Sandy, UT to Hildale, UT covers 302 miles and takes about 5h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Veterans Memorial Highway, East 100 South, SR 17 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 267.7 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.86 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
151 miles from Sandy, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 13m drive with frequent turns across 302 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 267.7 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 89 / State Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 13m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 89 / State Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (SR 209 / 9000 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 89 / State Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 89 / State Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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SR 209 / 9000 South
Turn right onto SR 209 / 9000 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
1.5 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
269.2 mi into trip
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~4h 26m in
Take the exit toward SR 17: Toquerville, Hurricane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 17: Toquerville, Hurricane
6
278.2 mi into trip
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~4h 41m in
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SR 59 / East 100 South
Turn left onto SR 59 / East 100 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Sandy, UT to Hildale, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Hurricane along the way.
Hurricane
269.2 mi in
|
~4h 26m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 267.7 mi | 4h 22m |
| East 100 South | 21.8 mi | 27m |
| SR 17 | 8.7 mi | 14m |
| West Utah Avenue | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| 9000 South | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| 8800 South | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South 100 East | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 267.7 mi, about 4h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sandy, UT and Hildale, UT.
1
Start on 8800 South
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
8800 South
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 89
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
State Street
3
Turn right onto SR 209
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
9000 South
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 15
268 mi
·
4 hr 22 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward SR 17: Toquerville, Hurricane
7
Turn left onto SR 17
8.7 mi
·
14 min
·
SR 17
8
Turn left onto South 100 East
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
South 100 East
9
Turn left onto SR 59
22 mi
·
27 min
·
East 100 South
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto West Utah Avenue
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
West Utah Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
East Utah Avenue
Trip Plan
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 151 miles from Sandy, UT, or about 2h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 267.7 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 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 151 miles or 2h 30m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hildale, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sandy, 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, UT
This is one driving day of about 302 miles and 5h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sandy, 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 Veterans Memorial Highway for about 267.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 151 mi from Sandy, UT · 2h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
151 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 151 miles from Sandy, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 267.7 miles.
Arriving in Hildale, UT
The final approach into Hildale, 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 Hildale, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.86 one way
$95.71 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
106 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $50.31 | $100.61 |
| premium | $4.53 | $53.85 | $107.70 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $67.09 | $134.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 90.6 | 1 | $31.71 | $14.50 |
| Efficient EV | 75.5 | 0 | $26.42 | $12.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 120.8 | 1 | $42.28 | $19.33 |
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
35 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
Hildale, UT
Afternoon in Hildale on Sunday
Local time
1:48 PM
MDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
36°F
Nibley, UT
151 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
3 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 13m 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, UT to Hildale, UT covers 302 miles and takes about 5h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, East 100 South, SR 17. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 151 miles from Sandy, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.86 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 13m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 89 / State Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (SR 209 / 9000 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Sandy, UT to Hildale, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Hurricane along the way.
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