Origin
Vineyard, UT
Afternoon in Vineyard on Sunday
Local time
1:58 PM
MDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Vineyard, UT to Provo, UT
Drive Time
13m
Distance
8.1 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Vineyard, UT
El Capra
Provo, UT
Vladimir Srajber
Trip Overview
Traveling from Vineyard to Provo is a quick, straightforward trip covering just 8.1 miles. You can expect to reach your destination in about 13 minutes, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. Navigating through the Mountain West, you will primarily use Veterans Memorial Highway, West Center Street, and Center Street to complete the journey. With fuel costs estimated at just $1, this is an incredibly economical drive for any local traveler. Because the route is so short and efficient, it serves as a simple connection between these two Utah municipalities rather than a lengthy excursion.
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
4 miles from Vineyard, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 8.1-mile trek is best described as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate haul. You will not spend any time on major highways, as the route consists entirely of local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 4.5-mile segment along Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a steady pace through city streets as you navigate the turns that define this short, urban-focused transition. The lack of highway travel means you should be prepared for frequent intersections and standard local traffic flow.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 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 4.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Center Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 8.1 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: near the start (Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.2 miles (US 89 / North 500 West): Lane positioning matters here.
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 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Center Street
Turn right onto Center Street
Navigation decision point
8
5.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward SR 114: Provo, Center Street
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 265
Toward SR 114: Provo, Center Street
6
7.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 89 / North 500 West
Turn left onto US 89 / North 500 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
7.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
100 North
Turn right onto 100 North
Navigation decision point
5
8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Center Street
Turn right onto Center Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 4.5 mi | 4m |
| West Center Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Center Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 100 North | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Mill Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North 500 West | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North 100 East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Holdaway Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 4.5 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vineyard, UT and Provo, UT.
1
Start on South Holdaway Road
20 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Holdaway Road
2
Turn right onto Center Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Center Street
3
Turn right onto East Mill Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Mill Road
4
Continue on West Center Street
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
West Center Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
6
Merge onto I 15
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 265
Toward SR 114: Provo, Center Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on West Center Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Center Street
Use the none lane.
9
Turn left onto US 89
518 ft
·
14 sec
·
North 500 West
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto 100 North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
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
Trip Plan
Since the entire trip takes only 13 minutes, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning stops, as the direct nature of the drive allows you to reach your destination without any breaks. Given the minimal fuel cost of $1, you can easily top off your tank before leaving Vineyard without impacting your travel budget. Keep in mind that because this route relies on city streets like West Center Street, you should stay alert for typical local traffic patterns throughout the 8.1-mile journey. Use the brevity of this drive to your advantage by planning your arrival in Provo around your specific daily schedule.
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 4 miles from Vineyard, UT, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.5 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 8.1 miles or 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Provo, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Vineyard, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Vineyard, UT
This is one driving day of about 8.1 miles and 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Vineyard, 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 4.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4 mi from Vineyard, UT · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 8.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4 miles from Vineyard, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Provo, 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
$1.28 one way
$2.57 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $1.35 | $2.70 |
| premium | $4.53 | $1.44 | $2.89 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.80 | $3.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.85 | $0.39 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.71 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.13 | $0.52 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Provo, UT
Afternoon in Provo on Sunday
Local time
1:58 PM
MDT
Current temp
39°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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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 Vineyard, UT to Provo, UT covers 8.1 miles and takes about 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, West Center Street, Center Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4 miles from Vineyard, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.28 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 8.1 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: near the start (Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.2 miles (US 89 / North 500 West): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Vineyard, UT to Provo, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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