Origin
Wellington, UT
Late night in Wellington on Saturday
Local time
5:53 AM
MDT
Current temp
67°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Wellington, UT to Orem, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
88.3 mi
142 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 40m
★
6 AM
1h 48m
8 AM
2h 4m
10 AM
1h 54m
12 PM
1h 52m
3 PM
1h 55m
5 PM
2h 4m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wellington, UT
Donovan Kelly
Orem, UT
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Trip Overview
Wellington to Orem is 88.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 48 minutes via Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, Veterans Memorial Highway, and East US-6, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Utah's Mountain West region, offering a fairly direct path between two points. Expect a local driving feel with frequent turns rather than a long, straight interstate cruise. With a total travel time under two hours, this is a straightforward trip that doesn't require extensive planning, making it ideal for a quick journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.2 miles from Wellington, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 88.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (4%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you won't be on a single highway for the entire 88.3 miles. Approximately 4 out of 5 miles will be on major roads like Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, Veterans Memorial Highway, and East US-6. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 68.4 miles along the Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience with varied road conditions and frequent changes in direction as you navigate through local areas.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 68.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 73.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 48m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 73.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
73.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
5
73.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
|
I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
86.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward Orem, Center Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 271
Toward Orem, Center Street
7
86.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
88.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | 68.4 mi | 1h 22m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 12.5 mi | 13m |
| East US-6 | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| West Center Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| State Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Highway Drive | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Center Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
— 68.4 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wellington, UT and Orem, UT.
1
Start on US 6; US 191
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Continue on US 6; US 191
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
West Highway Drive
3
Continue on US 6; US 191
35 mi
·
42 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
4
Continue on US 6
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
State Street
5
Continue on US 6
33 mi
·
39 min
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
6
Continue on US 6
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East US-6
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 6
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 15
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 271
Toward Orem, Center Street
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
448 ft
·
12 sec
Use the right lane.
12
Turn straight onto West Center Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Center Street
13
Continue on East Center Street
223 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Center Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Turn right
173 ft
·
13 sec
15
Turn sharp right onto US 89
135 ft
·
7 sec
·
State Street
16
Arrive at destination
US 89
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of about 1 hour and 48 minutes, you have plenty of flexibility with departure times. Leaving Wellington in the morning or early afternoon allows ample time to reach Orem with daylight to spare. Since the longest stretch is 68.4 miles, plan for a brief stop around the halfway point if you prefer, though it's not strictly necessary for a drive of this length. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $14, and it’s always wise to top off before heading out on any local drive like this one.
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 44.2 miles from Wellington, UT, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.4 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 19 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.2 miles or 54m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orem, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Wellington, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Wellington, UT
This is one driving day of about 88.3 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Wellington, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway for about 68.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.2 mi from Wellington, UT · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.2 miles from Wellington, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.4 miles.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.53 one way
$27.07 round trip
$3.89/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $14.71 | $29.42 |
| premium | $4.55 | $15.81 | $31.63 |
| diesel | $5.41 | $18.81 | $37.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.9 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.27 | $4.24 |
| Efficient EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.73 | $3.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.3 | 0 | $12.36 | $5.65 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Orem, UT
Late night in Orem on Saturday
Local time
5:53 AM
MDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Fairview, UT
44 mi in
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 48m 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 Wellington, UT to Orem, UT covers 88.3 miles and takes about 1h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway, Veterans Memorial Highway, East US-6. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.2 miles from Wellington, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.53 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 straightforward 1h 48m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 73.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Wellington, UT to Orem, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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