Origin
West Jordan, UT
Evening in West Jordan on Tuesday
Local time
7:58 PM
MDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Jordan, UT to Willard, UT
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
21m
Distance
11.8 mi
19 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
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6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
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
The drive from West Jordan, UT to Willard, UT covers 11.8 miles and takes about 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Veterans Memorial Highway, 3300 South, 7800 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.6 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.87 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
5.9 miles from West Jordan, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 21m drive with frequent turns across 11.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
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 4.6 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 1.4 miles in near Holden Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 11.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (Holden Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.4 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Holden Street
Turn left onto Holden Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
6
2.9 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway toward Salt Lake City
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Salt Lake City
7
7.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward SR 171: 3300 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 303
Toward SR 171: 3300 South
8
7.9 mi into trip
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~11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 171: 3300 South, South Salt Lake
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 171: 3300 South, South Salt Lake
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 Willard, UT, road signs point toward Salt Lake City and Salt Lake.
Salt Lake City
2.9 mi in
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~6m
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via I 15
Salt Lake
7.9 mi in
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~11m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 4.6 mi | 4m |
| 3300 South | 3.3 mi | 7m |
| 7800 South | 1 mi | 1m |
| Center Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Melbourne Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Holden Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 700 West | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 7200 South | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 4.6 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Jordan, UT and Willard, UT.
1
Start on SR 48
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
7800 South
2
Continue on Center Street
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Center Street
3
Turn left onto Holden Street
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Holden Street
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on 700 West
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
700 West
5
Turn right onto SR 48
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
7200 South
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 15 North, I 215 North: Salt Lake
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 15
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward Salt Lake City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 303
Toward SR 171: 3300 South
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward SR 171: 3300 South, South Salt Lake
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto SR 171
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
3300 South
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto Melbourne Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Melbourne Street
13
Turn right onto 2990 South
403 ft
·
17 sec
·
2990 South
14
Arrive at destination
2990 South
Trip Plan
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 5.9 miles from West Jordan, UT, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.6 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 11.8 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.9 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Willard, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Jordan, UT so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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 West Jordan, UT
This is one driving day of about 11.8 miles and 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West Jordan, 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 4.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.9 mi from West Jordan, UT · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 11.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.9 miles from West Jordan, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Willard, UT
The final approach into Willard, 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 Willard, 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
$1.87 one way
$3.74 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $1.96 | $3.92 |
| premium | $4.53 | $2.10 | $4.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.61 | $5.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.24 | $0.57 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.03 | $0.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.76 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Willard, UT
Evening in Willard on Tuesday
Local time
7:58 PM
MDT
Current temp
44°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
21m 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 Willard, UT covers 11.8 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, 3300 South, 7800 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.9 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 $1.87 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 demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 11.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (Holden Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (I 15 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between West Jordan, UT and Willard, UT, road signs point toward Salt Lake City and Salt Lake.
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