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Trip from Syracuse, UT to Orem, UT

Data updated 4 hours ago

Drive Time

1h 16m

Distance

67 mi

108 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 18 min
4 AM
1h 11m ★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m

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

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city in Utah County, Utah, United States

Orem, UT

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Trip Overview

This 67-mile drive from Syracuse to Orem, Utah, will take you about 1 hour and 16 minutes to complete. It's a straightforward day trip, easily manageable within a single day, with an estimated fuel cost of $11. You'll primarily navigate Veterans Memorial Highway and the West Davis Corridor, with some sections on Canyon Parkway. The route stays within the Mountain West region of Utah, offering a direct journey between these two communities. Given its short duration and minimal stops, this trip is ideal for a quick transition or a focused visit.

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

33.5 miles from Syracuse, UT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 67-mile journey. While approximately 49.4 miles are on Veterans Memorial Highway, the overall feel is less of a high-speed interstate cruise and more of a connected local road experience, with only a 2% highway share. You'll likely encounter varied traffic patterns and more frequent intersections as you progress. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 49.4 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a good period of consistent travel before the local roads take over.

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 49.4 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 13.9 miles in.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 67 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 13.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 22.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
13.9 mi into trip | ~17m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 15 South: Salt Lake City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 1A Toward I 15 South: Salt Lake City
6
22.7 mi into trip | ~26m in | I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
64.1 mi into trip | ~1h 10m in

Take the exit toward SR 52: 800 North

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 272 Toward SR 52: 800 North
9
64.3 mi into trip | ~1h 11m in

Keep slight left at fork toward SR 52 East: Provo Canyon, Sundance

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward SR 52 East: Provo Canyon, Sundance
7
66.9 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in | US 89 / State Street

Turn uturn onto US 89 / State Street

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway 49.4 mi 52m
West Davis Corridor 12.1 mi 14m
Canyon Parkway 1.3 mi 2m
State Street 1.2 mi 2m
2000 West 1 mi 1m
South 2000 West 0.5 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Veterans Memorial Highway — 49.4 mi, about 52m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Syracuse, UT and Orem, UT.

1

Start on SR 108

1.0 mi · 1 min · 2000 West
2

Enter roundabout onto South 2000 West

142 ft · 2 sec · South 2000 West
3

Continue on South 2000 West

0.5 mi · 49 sec · South 2000 West
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward SR 177 South
5

Merge onto SR 177

12 mi · 14 min · West Davis Corridor
6

Keep slight left at fork

0.9 mi · 58 sec
Exit 1A Toward I 15 South: Salt Lake City
7

Merge onto I 15; US 89

7.9 mi · 8 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 15

8.2 mi · 8 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 15

33 mi · 35 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Exit 272 Toward SR 52: 800 North Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 21 sec
Toward SR 52 East: Provo Canyon, Sundance Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12

Continue on SR 52

1.3 mi · 2 min · Canyon Parkway
Use the left lane.
13

Turn right onto US 89

1.2 mi · 2 min · State Street
Use the right lane.
14

Turn uturn onto US 89

395 ft · 8 sec · State Street
15

Arrive at destination

US 89

Trip Plan

With a travel time of just over an hour, this route offers excellent flexibility. You can depart Syracuse at your leisure, as the 67-mile distance is easily covered. There are no designated stops, so plan for any necessary breaks before you leave or upon arrival in Orem. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading out, as the estimated cost is $11, and you'll want to ensure you have enough for your trip and any local driving upon arrival. The longest stretch on Veterans Memorial Highway is nearly 50 miles, so be prepared for that segment before navigating more local roads.

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 33.5 miles from Syracuse, UT, or about 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.4 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 67 miles or 1h 16m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 33.5 miles or 38m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 3m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Syracuse, 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 Syracuse, UT

This is one driving day of about 67 miles and 1h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Syracuse, 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 49.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 33.5 mi from Syracuse, UT · 38m into the drive

Downtown Salt Lake City, UT, UT

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Salt Lake City, UT

34 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

Provo, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 67 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Millcreek, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 33.5 miles from Syracuse, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Orem, UT

The final approach into Orem, 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 Orem, UT.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Timpanogos Cave National Monument

Timpanogos Cave National Monument

National Monument

The visitor center, caves, and cave tours have not yet opened for the 2026 season. Hike your way past stunning vistas to explore a hidden underground world. Taste the thrill of caving as you twist and...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour $12 near mile 60.1
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.62 one way

$21.23 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 23 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $11.13 $22.26
premium $4.53 $11.95 $23.90
diesel $5.61 $14.79 $29.59

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 23.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 20.1 0 $7.03 $3.22
Efficient EV 16.8 0 $5.86 $2.68
EV Truck/SUV 26.8 0 $9.38 $4.29

Gas CO2

23 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (65% 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 5 days ago

Origin

Syracuse, UT

Night in Syracuse on Tuesday

Local time

10:20 PM

MDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Orem, UT

Night in Orem on Tuesday

Local time

10:20 PM

MDT

Current temp

64°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

21 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 16m 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 Syracuse, UT to Orem, UT covers 67 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, West Davis Corridor, Canyon Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.5 miles from Syracuse, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.62 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 11 significant decision points across 67 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 13.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 22.7 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Syracuse, UT to Orem, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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