Origin
Springville, UT
Afternoon in Springville on Sunday
Local time
4:29 PM
MDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springville, UT to West Valley City, UT
Drive Time
1h
Distance
50.5 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
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6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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West Valley City, UT
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Trip Overview
Spanning 50.5 miles across the Mountain West, this trip from Springville to West Valley City is an efficient journey that typically takes about one hour. You will navigate primarily via the Veterans Memorial Highway, the Belt Route, and 3500 South to reach your destination. Because the total duration is so short, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. Budgeting roughly $8 for fuel should comfortably cover your travel costs. It is a straightforward, practical connection between these two Utah cities that prioritizes utility over leisure.
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
25.2 miles from Springville, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features no highway-exclusive stretches. You will spend the longest uninterrupted portion of your trip covering 34.7 miles along the Veterans Memorial Highway. The road dynamics shift as you transition from the highway segments into the local streets of West Valley City. Be prepared to navigate multiple turns, as the character of the drive is defined by local road connectivity rather than long, high-speed highway miles.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 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 34.7 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 0.3 miles in near SR 77 / 400 South.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 50.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (SR 77 / 400 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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SR 77 / 400 South
Turn right onto SR 77 / 400 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
37.2 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward SR 48, I 215: 7200 South, Belt Route
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 294A-C
Toward SR 48, I 215: 7200 South, Belt Route
7
39.8 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 215
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 215
8
40.7 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 215 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 294C
Toward I 215 West
7
47.2 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward SR 171 West: 3500 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 18B
Toward SR 171 West: 3500 South
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Springville, UT to West Valley City, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Route along the way.
Belt Route
37.2 mi in
|
~41m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 34.7 mi | 37m |
| Belt Route | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| 3500 South | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| 400 South | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 3650 South | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 4400 West | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Atlas Way | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 34.7 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springville, UT and West Valley City, UT.
1
Start on US 89
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
Use the none lane.
2
Turn right onto SR 77
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
400 South
Use the right lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake
4
Merge onto I 15
35 mi
·
37 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
2.6 mi
·
2 min
Exit 294A-C
Toward SR 48, I 215: 7200 South, Belt Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 215
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on this road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
Exit 298
Toward I 215
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 294C
Toward I 215 West
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 215
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Belt Route
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 18B
Toward SR 171 West: 3500 South
Use the right lane.
11
Turn straight onto SR 171
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
3500 South
Use the left / none lanes.
12
Turn left onto 4400 West
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
4400 West
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto 3650 South
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
3650 South
14
Turn left onto Atlas Way
464 ft
·
16 sec
·
Atlas Way
15
Arrive at destination
Atlas Way
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick one-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should account for potential local traffic patterns on the 3500 South approach. With zero scheduled stops required for a 50.5-mile distance, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to plan for extended breaks. Keep your $8 fuel budget in mind, but otherwise, the lack of mandatory stops makes this a low-maintenance transit. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert for turn-heavy transitions, as the shift from the Veterans Memorial Highway to the Belt Route requires your full attention.
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 25.2 miles from Springville, UT, or about 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.7 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 50.5 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.2 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
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 Springville, 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 Springville, UT
This is one driving day of about 50.5 miles and 1h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Springville, 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.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 34.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.2 mi from Springville, UT · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 50.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.2 miles from Springville, 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
$8.00 one way
$16.00 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $8.41 | $16.82 |
| premium | $4.53 | $9.00 | $18.01 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.22 | $22.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.30 | $2.42 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.42 | $2.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.07 | $3.23 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
West Valley City, UT
Afternoon in West Valley City on Sunday
Local time
4:29 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
6 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 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 Springville, UT to West Valley City, UT covers 50.5 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Belt Route, 3500 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.2 miles from Springville, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.00 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 demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 50.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (SR 77 / 400 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Springville, UT to West Valley City, UT, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Route along the way.
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