Trip from South Jordan, UT to West Valley City, UT

Drive Time

24m

Distance

13.8 mi

22 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 7 min
4 AM
0h 22m ★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 23m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown South Jordan, UT, UT

South Jordan, UT

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Downtown West Valley City, UT, UT

West Valley City, UT

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Trip Overview

If you are looking to travel between South Jordan and West Valley City, you are in for a quick 13.8-mile journey that typically takes about 24 minutes. This local route stays entirely within the Mountain West region of Utah, making it a straightforward drive that is easily completed in a single day. You will not need an overnight stay for this short trip, which is budget-friendly with an estimated fuel cost of just $2. Because the route relies on local infrastructure like 10400 South and South Jordan Parkway, it is best viewed as a functional transit rather than a scenic getaway. Whether you are commuting or running errands, this trip offers a simple, reliable connection between the two cities.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

6.9 miles from South Jordan, UT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged with frequent navigation rather than long, monotonous stretches. You will find zero highway miles on this journey, meaning your pace will be dictated by local traffic and intersection management. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on 10400 South, emphasizing the stop-and-go nature of this route. As you transition from South Jordan through the local network including Miners Mile, the road demands your full attention to navigate the various turns. It is a practical, urban-style drive that prioritizes connectivity over high-speed cruising.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
10400 South 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from South Jordan, UT to West Valley City, UT is easy. At 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from South Jordan, UT to West Valley City, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
10400 South Unavailable Refreshing
South Jordan Parkway Unavailable Refreshing
Miners Mile Unavailable Refreshing
SR 154 Unavailable Refreshing
Bangerter Highway Unavailable Refreshing
4100 South Unavailable Refreshing
4400 West Unavailable Refreshing
Volta Avenue Unavailable Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: 10400 South — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between South Jordan, UT and West Valley City, UT.

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Start on 10400 South

138 ft · 11 sec · 10400 South
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Continue on 10400 South

0.1 mi · 22 sec · 10400 South
3

Continue on South Jordan Parkway

0.2 mi · 19 sec · South Jordan Parkway
4

Continue on 10400 South

0.3 mi · 39 sec · 10400 South
5

Continue on Miners Mile

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Miners Mile
6

Continue on 10400 South

505 ft · 13 sec · 10400 South
7

Continue on Miners Mile

0.4 mi · 43 sec · Miners Mile
8

Continue on 10400 South

0.2 mi · 21 sec · 10400 South
9

Turn straight onto South Jordan Parkway

0.3 mi · 31 sec · South Jordan Parkway
10

Continue on 10400 South

0.2 mi · 22 sec · 10400 South
11

Continue on South Jordan Parkway

0.4 mi · 44 sec · South Jordan Parkway
12

Take the ramp slight right toward SR 154

0.4 mi · 57 sec · SR 154
13

Merge slight left onto Bangerter Highway

7.8 mi · 8 min · Bangerter Highway
14

Take the exit slight left

0.2 mi · 35 sec
15

Turn left onto 4100 South

0.8 mi · 1 min · 4100 South
16

Turn right onto 4400 West

0.2 mi · 35 sec · 4400 West
17

Turn left onto Volta Avenue

0.2 mi · 42 sec · Volta Avenue
18

Turn right onto Atlas Way

0.4 mi · 1 min · Atlas Way
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Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a short, 24-minute excursion, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning for rest stops, as the entire route is brief enough to drive without interruption. Budgeting $2 for fuel is more than sufficient for the 13.8-mile distance, so you can focus on navigating the turn-heavy sections safely. My best advice is to keep your GPS active throughout the duration of the trip to help you navigate the transition between South Jordan Parkway and the local road network. Embracing the short nature of this commute allows you to reach your destination in West Valley City without the fatigue associated with longer highway stretches.

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 6.9 miles from South Jordan, UT, or about 12m 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 13.8 miles or 24m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 6.9 miles or 12m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 20m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Valley City, UT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving South Jordan, 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 South Jordan, UT

This is one driving day of about 13.8 miles and 24m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from South Jordan, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 6.9 mi from South Jordan, UT · 12m into the drive

Downtown Oquirrh, UT, UT

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Oquirrh, UT

7 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

Taylorsville, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 13.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Oquirrh, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 6.9 miles from South Jordan, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in West Valley City, UT

The final approach into West Valley City, 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 West Valley City, 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

$2.19 one way

$4.37 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 5 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.23 $2.30 $4.60
premium $4.53 $2.46 $4.92
diesel $5.64 $3.07 $6.13

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$27–$52

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 4.1 0 $1.45 $0.66
Efficient EV 3.5 0 $1.21 $0.55
EV Truck/SUV 5.5 0 $1.93 $0.88

Gas CO2

5 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (60% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

South Jordan, UT

Afternoon in South Jordan on Sunday

Local time

3:21 PM

MDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

West Valley City, UT

Afternoon in West Valley City on Sunday

Local time

3:21 PM

MDT

Current temp

46°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

3 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

24m 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 South Jordan, UT to West Valley City, UT covers 13.8 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 10400 South, South Jordan Parkway, Miners Mile. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.9 miles from South Jordan, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.19 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 South Jordan, UT to West Valley City, UT is easy. At 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from South Jordan, UT to West Valley City, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from South Jordan, UT to West Valley City, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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