Origin
West Jordan, UT
Morning in West Jordan on Saturday
Local time
10:45 AM
MDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Jordan, UT to Francis, UT
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
50.5 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Jordan, UT
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Francis, UT
Vladimir Srajber
Trip Overview
The drive from West Jordan, UT to Francis, UT covers 50.5 miles and takes about 1h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, Belt Route, Kearns Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.6 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.00 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 50.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m 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
Expect a 1h 3m drive with frequent turns across 50.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 17.6 miles.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
6,992 ft
4,285 ft
Total Climb
3,705 ft
Total Descent
1,514 ft
Highest Point
6,992 ft
~43.3 mi in
Elevation Range
2,706 ft
Notable High Points
6,970 ft at ~25.2 miles
+647 ft prominence
6,670 ft at ~36.1 miles
+201 ft prominence
6,992 ft at ~43.3 miles
+523 ft prominence
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 early in the drive near SR 68 / Redwood Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 50.5 miles you will encounter 12 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 (SR 68 / Redwood Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 68 / Redwood Road
Turn left onto SR 68 / Redwood Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
14.5 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward I 80 East: Park City, Cheyenne
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 2
Toward I 80 East: Park City, Cheyenne
8
32.9 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward US 40 East: Heber City, Vernal
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 146
Toward US 40 East: Heber City, Vernal
8
33.1 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 40: Heber, Vernal
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 40: Heber, Vernal
8
36.7 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward SR 248: Park City, Kamas
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 4
Toward SR 248: Park City, Kamas
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between West Jordan, UT and Francis, UT, road signs point toward Cheyenne, Vernal and Kamas.
Cheyenne
14.5 mi in
|
~17m
Vernal
32.9 mi in
|
~38m
Kamas
36.7 mi in
|
~43m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 17.6 mi | 19m |
| Belt Route | 11.8 mi | 12m |
| Kearns Boulevard | 11.4 mi | 16m |
| US 40 | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| Redwood Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| 7800 South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Main Village Way | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 17.6 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Jordan, UT and Francis, UT.
1
Start on SR 48
86 ft
·
9 sec
·
7800 South
2
Turn left onto SR 68
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Redwood Road
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on SR 68
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Redwood Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 215 East
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 215
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Belt Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2
Toward I 80 East: Park City, Cheyenne
Use the slight right lane.
7
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
this road
8
Merge onto I 80
18 mi
·
19 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 146
Toward US 40 East: Heber City, Vernal
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward US 40: Heber, Vernal
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto US 40; US 189
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
US 40; US 189
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 4
Toward SR 248: Park City, Kamas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto SR 248
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Kearns Boulevard
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto SR 32
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
15
Turn right onto SR 32
18 ft
·
0 sec
·
West Main Village Way
16
Arrive at destination
SR 32
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.2 mi from West Jordan, UT · 29m 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.2 miles from West Jordan, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Francis, UT
The final approach into Francis, 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
$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 | $4.22 | $8.39 | $16.78 |
| premium | $4.53 | $9.01 | $18.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.15 | $22.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
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
Francis, UT
Morning in Francis on Saturday
Local time
10:45 AM
MDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
10 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 3m 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 West Jordan, UT to Francis, UT covers 50.5 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, Belt Route, Kearns Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.2 miles from West Jordan, 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 50.5 miles you will encounter 12 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 (SR 68 / Redwood Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between West Jordan, UT and Francis, UT, road signs point toward Cheyenne, Vernal and Kamas.
High-altitude sections with notable climbs. The route ranges from 4,285 ft to 6,992 ft elevation with about 3,705 ft of total climbing. There are 3 notable high points along the way.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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