Origin
Sandy, UT
Afternoon in Sandy on Wednesday
Local time
2:21 PM
MDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sandy, UT to Millcreek, UT
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
14m
Distance
9.3 mi
15 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 13m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sandy, UT
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Millcreek, UT
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Trip Overview
This 9.3-mile drive from Sandy to Millcreek, Utah, is a quick 14-minute trip that's perfect for a single day. With no highway driving, expect a local feel throughout the entire journey. The estimated fuel cost is around $1, making it an economical option. Since it's such a short distance, you won't need to worry about overnight stays. This route is ideal for a quick errand or connecting two nearby points within the Mountain West region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
4.7 miles from Sandy, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
You'll find this drive is characterized by frequent turns, making it a dynamic local experience rather than a monotonous stretch. The entire 9.3 miles are on local roads, with Veterans Memorial Highway, State Street, and 3900 South forming the primary path. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 5.4 miles along Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a route that requires your attention due to its numerous changes in direction.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 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 5.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near SR 209 / 9000 South.
Route Complexity
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 9.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 14m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (SR 209 / 9000 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.4 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.
6
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
SR 209 / 9000 South
Turn right onto SR 209 / 9000 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 15: Salt Lake City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 15: Salt Lake City
6
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway toward Salt Lake City
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Salt Lake City
7
6.7 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward SR 266: 4500 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 301
Toward SR 266: 4500 South
8
7 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Murray
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Murray
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Sandy, UT and Millcreek, UT, road signs point toward Salt Lake City and Murray.
Salt Lake City
1.4 mi in
|
~3m
|
via I 15
Murray
7 mi in
|
~9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 5.4 mi | 5m |
| State Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| 3900 South | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 4500 South | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 9000 South | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 8800 South | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 5.4 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sandy, UT and Millcreek, 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
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
9000 South
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork
485 ft
·
11 sec
Toward I 15: Salt Lake City
6
Merge onto I 15
5.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward Salt Lake City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 301
Toward SR 266: 4500 South
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
306 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Murray
Use the right lane.
9
Turn right onto SR 266
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
4500 South
Use the right lane.
10
Turn left onto US 89
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
11
Turn right onto 3900 South
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
3900 South
12
Arrive at destination
3900 South
Trip Plan
Given the short 14-minute duration and 9.3-mile length, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart whenever it suits your schedule, with no need to rush. Since there are no major highway stretches, keeping an eye on local traffic patterns will be your main consideration. With a minimal fuel cost of just $1, you won't need to plan extensive refueling stops, though it's always wise to start with a full tank when embarking on any drive.
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 4.7 miles from Sandy, UT, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.4 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 9 miles or 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.7 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Millcreek, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Sandy, UT.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sandy, UT
This is one driving day of about 9.3 miles and 14m.
At 9.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 5.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.7 mi from Sandy, UT · 6m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.7 miles from Sandy, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Millcreek, UT
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Millcreek, UT if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.47 one way
$2.95 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $1.54 | $3.09 |
| premium | $4.53 | $1.66 | $3.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.05 | $4.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.98 | $0.45 |
| Efficient EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.81 | $0.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.60 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Millcreek, UT
Afternoon in Millcreek on Wednesday
Local time
2:21 PM
MDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
14m 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, UT to Millcreek, UT covers 9.3 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, State Street, 3900 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.7 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 $1.47 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 is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 9.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 14m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (SR 209 / 9000 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.4 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Sandy, UT and Millcreek, UT, road signs point toward Salt Lake City and Murray.
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