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Trip from Washington Terrace, UT to Millcreek, UT

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

46m

Distance

38.4 mi

62 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 12 min
4 AM
0h 42m ★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m

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

Downtown Washington Terrace, UT, UT

Washington Terrace, UT

Malcolm Garret

city in Salt Lake County, Utah, United States

Millcreek, UT

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Trip Overview

Washington Terrace to Millcreek is 38.4 miles and takes about 46 minutes via Washington Boulevard and US 89, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Utah, connecting two points in the Mountain West region. Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate journey. Given its short duration and straightforward path, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, offering a practical way to get from point A to point B without a significant time commitment.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 38.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

46m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

This route is characterized by frequent turns, making it a more engaging local drive than a simple highway cruise. With only a 29% highway share, you'll spend most of your time navigating city streets and local arteries. The longest continuous stretch on a single road is 14.3 miles along Washington Boulevard, offering a brief period of consistent driving before you transition onto other main roads like US 89 and Veterans Memorial Highway. Prepare for a dynamic driving experience with numerous intersections and changes in speed limits as you progress.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Washington Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 14.3 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 US 89 / Washington Boulevard.

Driving Effort 9/10

Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 38.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 89 / Washington Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles (US 89): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.6 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

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

7
0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 89 / Washington Boulevard

At end of road, turn right onto US 89 / Washington Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
6
14.6 mi into trip | ~18m in | US 89

Keep slight right at fork onto US 89

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
25.6 mi into trip | ~30m 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.
6
33.8 mi into trip | ~39m in | I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
35.8 mi into trip | ~41m in

Take the exit toward SR 71: 700 East

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 125 Toward SR 71: 700 East

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Washington Boulevard 14.3 mi 17m
US 89 11 mi 12m
Veterans Memorial Highway 8.2 mi 8m
700 East 2.1 mi 3m
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway 2 mi 2m
5000 South 0.3 mi <1m
3900 South 0.2 mi <1m
South 150 East <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Washington Boulevard — 14.3 mi, about 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Washington Terrace, UT and Millcreek, UT.

1

Start on South 150 East

89 ft · 11 sec · South 150 East
2

Turn left onto 5000 South

0.3 mi · 36 sec · 5000 South
3

At end of road, turn right onto US 89

14 mi · 17 min · Washington Boulevard
Use the right lane.
4

Keep slight right at fork onto US 89

11 mi · 12 min · US 89
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Keep slight left at fork onto I 15

8.2 mi · 8 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80

2.0 mi · 2 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 125 Toward SR 71: 700 East Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork

345 ft · 8 sec
9

Turn slight right onto SR 71

2.1 mi · 3 min · 700 East
Use the straight / right lanes.
10

Turn right onto 3900 South

0.2 mi · 23 sec · 3900 South
Use the left lane.
11

Arrive at destination

3900 South

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 19.2 mi from Washington Terrace, UT · 23m into the drive

city in and county seat of Davis County, Utah, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Farmington, UT

19 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

Murray, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Farmington, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 19.2 miles from Washington Terrace, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Millcreek, UT

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Millcreek, UT if you are unfamiliar with the area.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.09 one way

$12.17 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 13 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $6.38 $12.76
premium $4.53 $6.85 $13.70
diesel $5.61 $8.48 $16.96

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$6

Estimated CO2 emission: 13.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 11.5 0 $4.03 $1.84
Efficient EV 9.6 0 $3.36 $1.54
EV Truck/SUV 15.4 0 $5.38 $2.46

Gas CO2

13 kg

EV CO2

4 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Washington Terrace, UT

Evening in Washington Terrace on Friday

Local time

8:40 PM

MDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Millcreek, UT

Evening in Millcreek on Friday

Local time

8:40 PM

MDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

65°F

Farmington, UT

19 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

1 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

46m 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 Washington Terrace, UT to Millcreek, UT covers 38.4 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Washington Boulevard, US 89, Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 19.2 miles from Washington Terrace, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.09 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 short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 38.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 89 / Washington Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles (US 89): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.6 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Washington Terrace, UT to Millcreek, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Timpanogos Cave National Monument.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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