Origin
West Jordan, UT
Night in West Jordan on Thursday
Local time
10:02 PM
MDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Jordan, UT to South Willard, UT
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
58 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
This 58-mile drive from West Jordan, UT, to South Willard, UT, is a straightforward, single-day trip that takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes to complete. Primarily using Veterans Memorial Highway, Belt Route, and Redwood Road, this journey stays within the Mountain West region of Utah. With an estimated fuel cost of $9, it's an economical option for a quick excursion. The route is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a more local driving experience rather than a long, uninterrupted highway cruise. It's perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule without the need for an overnight stay.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 58 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 58-mile journey. While 100% of the route involves highway travel, the 'profile' indicates it's not a typical high-speed interstate experience. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 37.8 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. This suggests a drive that might involve more varied speed limits and navigation through populated areas, rather than a monotonous open road. Be prepared to adjust your driving style for the numerous turns and potential local traffic.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 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 37.8 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 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 58 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 (SR 68 / Redwood Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (I 215 / Belt Route): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.8 miles (I 215 / Belt Route): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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SR 68 / Redwood Road
Turn left onto SR 68 / Redwood Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 215 / Belt Route
Merge onto I 215 / Belt Route
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
15.8 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
I 215 / Belt Route
Keep slight right at fork onto I 215 / Belt Route
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
28.4 mi into trip
|
~32m 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
56.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward SR 126: Willard, Pleasant View
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 351
Toward SR 126: Willard, Pleasant View
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 37.8 mi | 40m |
| Belt Route | 15.4 mi | 16m |
| Redwood Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| 750 West | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| SR 126 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 7800 South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 37.8 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Jordan, UT and South Willard, 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
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Redwood Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 215 West
5
Merge onto I 215
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Belt Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 215
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Belt Route
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 15
10 mi
·
10 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
28 mi
·
29 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 351
Toward SR 126: Willard, Pleasant View
10
Keep slight right at fork
468 ft
·
11 sec
11
Turn slight right onto SR 126
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
SR 126
12
Turn straight onto US 89
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
750 West
13
Turn left
73 ft
·
5 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29 mi from West Jordan, UT · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29 miles from West Jordan, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in South Willard, UT
The final approach into South Willard, 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
$9.19 one way
$18.38 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $9.63 | $19.27 |
| premium | $4.53 | $10.35 | $20.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.81 | $25.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.09 | $2.78 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.07 | $2.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.12 | $3.71 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
South Willard, UT
Night in South Willard on Thursday
Local time
10:02 PM
MDT
Current temp
66°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
18 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 5m 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 South Willard, UT covers 58 miles and takes about 1h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Belt Route, Redwood Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29 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 $9.19 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 58 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 (SR 68 / Redwood Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (I 215 / Belt Route): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.8 miles (I 215 / Belt Route): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from West Jordan, UT to South Willard, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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