Origin
Silver Summit, UT
Afternoon in Silver Summit on Thursday
Local time
4:39 PM
MDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Silver Summit, UT to Ogden, UT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
61.2 mi
98 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Silver Summit, UT
Warner Brenes Quesada
Ogden, UT
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Trip Overview
This 61.2-mile drive from Silver Summit, UT to Ogden, UT, is easily manageable as a day trip, taking just about 1 hour and 13 minutes. You'll primarily be on I 84 and US 89, with 58% of the journey on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of just $10, this is a budget-friendly option for exploring the Mountain West region. The mixed drive profile means you'll experience a bit of everything as you travel. This route is perfect for a leisurely exploration without the need for an overnight stay.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 61.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive experience on this 61.2-mile route. While 58% of your journey will be on highways, including a significant 31.4-mile stretch on I 84, you'll also encounter Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway and US 89. This blend means you'll shift between faster-paced highway driving and potentially more varied scenery as you transition between road types. The drive is designed for efficient travel, offering a straightforward progression from your starting point to your destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 84 is the longest continuous segment at about 31.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Parkway Drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.3 miles (Parkway Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (I 80; US 189 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Parkway Drive
At end of road, turn right onto Parkway Drive
Navigation decision point
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 80; US 189 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge onto I 80; US 189 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
21.5 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward I 84 West: Ogden
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 168
Toward I 84 West: Ogden
5
53.4 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward US 89 North: Ogden
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 87B
Toward US 89 North: Ogden
5
53.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
US 89
Turn right onto US 89
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 31.4 mi | 33m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 20.1 mi | 21m |
| US 89 | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Washington Boulevard | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Parkway Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Silver Creek Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Echo Lane | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| 24th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 84
— 31.4 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Silver Summit, UT and Ogden, UT.
1
Start on this road
410 ft
·
30 sec
·
this road
2
Turn slight right onto Echo Lane
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Echo Lane
3
At end of road, turn right onto Parkway Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Parkway Drive
4
At end of road, turn left onto Silver Creek Road
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Silver Creek Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 80: Cheyenne
6
Merge onto I 80; US 189
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 168
Toward I 84 West: Ogden
8
Continue on I 84
31 mi
·
33 min
·
I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 87B
Toward US 89 North: Ogden
10
Turn right onto US 89
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
US 89
Use the left lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Washington Boulevard
12
Turn left onto SR 53
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
24th Street
13
Arrive at destination
SR 53
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.6 mi from Silver Summit, UT · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.6 miles from Silver Summit, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ogden, UT
The final approach into Ogden, UT usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.70 one way
$19.40 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $10.17 | $20.33 |
| premium | $4.53 | $10.92 | $21.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.51 | $27.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.57 | $3.92 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Ogden, UT
Afternoon in Ogden on Thursday
Local time
4:39 PM
MDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
65°F
Farmington, UT
31 mi in
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
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 13m 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 Silver Summit, UT to Ogden, UT covers 61.2 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 84, Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, US 89. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.6 miles from Silver Summit, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.70 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 61.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.3 miles (Parkway Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (I 80; US 189 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Silver Summit, UT to Ogden, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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