Origin
Silver Summit, UT
Evening in Silver Summit on Thursday
Local time
7:47 PM
MDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Silver Summit, UT to Provo, UT
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
46 mi
74 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Silver Summit, UT
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Provo, UT
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Trip Overview
This 46-mile drive from Silver Summit, UT to Provo, UT takes about an hour and is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You'll primarily be on US 189 and US 40, with the final stretch on North University Avenue. With a fuel cost estimated at $7, this is a very budget-friendly journey. The profile is largely highway-focused, making it a straightforward trip within the Mountain West region. Given its short duration and straightforward nature, no overnight stops are necessary, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 46 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 46-mile route, with 86% of it being on higher-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 17.9 miles on US 189. This segment offers a consistent pace, allowing you to cover ground efficiently. As you transition onto US 40 and then North University Avenue, the character remains largely highway-oriented, providing a smooth driving experience without significant detours or abrupt changes in road type. You'll spend the majority of your time on well-maintained highways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 189 is the longest continuous segment at about 17.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 189 and US 40. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Parkway Drive.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Silver Summit, UT to Provo, UT is easy. At 1h 1m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Parkway Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (Silver Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 45.7 miles (100 North): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 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
4
0.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Silver Creek Road
At end of road, turn left onto Silver Creek Road
Navigation decision point
4
45.7 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
100 North
Turn left onto 100 North
Navigation decision point
4
45.8 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
North 100 East
Turn right onto North 100 East
Navigation decision point
5
45.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
Center Street
Turn right onto Center Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 189 | 17.9 mi | 20m |
| US 40 | 17.7 mi | 21m |
| North University Avenue | 5.4 mi | 10m |
| US Highway 189 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| Parkway Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Silver Creek Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Echo Lane | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| 100 North | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 189
— 17.9 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Silver Summit, UT and Provo, 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
·
47 sec
·
Silver Creek Road
5
Continue on US 40
18 mi
·
21 min
·
US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on US 189
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 189
7
Continue on US Highway 189
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 189
8
Continue on US 189
17 mi
·
20 min
·
US 189
9
Continue on US 189
5.4 mi
·
10 min
·
North University Avenue
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto 100 North
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
100 North
11
Turn right onto North 100 East
479 ft
·
20 sec
·
North 100 East
12
Turn right onto Center Street
466 ft
·
28 sec
·
Center Street
13
Arrive at destination
Center Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23 mi from Silver Summit, UT · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23 miles from Silver Summit, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Provo, UT
The final approach into Provo, 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
$7.29 one way
$14.58 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $7.64 | $15.28 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.21 | $16.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.16 | $20.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Provo, UT
Evening in Provo on Thursday
Local time
7:47 PM
MDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
38°F
Midway, UT
23 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
7 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 1m 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 Provo, UT covers 46 miles and takes about 1h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 189, US 40, North University Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23 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 $7.29 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 Silver Summit, UT to Provo, UT is easy. At 1h 1m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Parkway Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (Silver Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 45.7 miles (100 North): Navigation decision point.
The route from Silver Summit, UT to Provo, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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