Origin
West Valley City, UT
Afternoon in West Valley City on Thursday
Local time
3:06 PM
MDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Valley City, UT to Francis, UT
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
49.6 mi
80 km
Drive Score
6/10
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 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
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 Valley City, UT
Quang Vuong
Francis, UT
Vladimir Srajber
Trip Overview
The drive from West Valley City, UT to Francis, UT covers 49.6 miles and takes about 1h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 3650 South, 4400 West, 3500 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.86 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 49.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 4m drive with frequent turns across 49.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
3650 South is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from West Valley City, UT to Francis, UT is easy. At 1h 4m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Valley City, UT to Francis, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 3650 South | — | — |
| 4400 West | — | — |
| 3500 South | — | — |
| Bangerter Highway | — | — |
| SR 201 East | — | — |
| 2100 South Freeway | — | — |
| I 80 East | — | — |
| Dwight D | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
3650 South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Valley City, UT and Francis, UT.
1
Start on Atlas Way
466 ft
·
20 sec
·
Atlas Way
2
Turn right onto 3650 South
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
3650 South
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto 4400 West
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
4400 West
4
Turn right onto 3500 South
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
3500 South
5
Turn left onto Bangerter Highway
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bangerter Highway
6
Take the exit slight right toward SR 201 East: Salt Lake City
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
SR 201 East: Salt Lake City
7
Merge slight left onto 2100 South Freeway
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
2100 South Freeway
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Cheyenne
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80 East: Cheyenne
9
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
24 mi
·
25 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 40 East: Heber City, Vernal
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
US 40 East: Heber City, Vernal
11
Keep slight right to continue on US 40: Heber, Vernal
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
US 40: Heber, Vernal
12
Merge slight left
3.2 mi
·
3 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward SR 248: Park City, Kamas
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
SR 248: Park City, Kamas
14
Turn left onto Kearns Boulevard
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Kearns Boulevard
15
Turn right onto South Main Street
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
16
Turn right onto West Main Village Way
20 ft
·
West Main Village Way
17
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.8 mi from West Valley City, UT · 32m 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 24.8 miles from West Valley City, 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
$7.86 one way
$15.72 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $8.24 | $16.48 |
| premium | $4.53 | $8.85 | $17.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.95 | $21.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.21 | $2.38 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.34 | $1.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Francis, UT
Afternoon in Francis on Thursday
Local time
3:06 PM
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
11 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 4m 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 Valley City, UT to Francis, UT covers 49.6 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 3650 South, 4400 West, 3500 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.8 miles from West Valley City, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.86 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.
The drive from West Valley City, UT to Francis, UT is easy. At 1h 4m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Valley City, UT to Francis, UT is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from West Valley City, UT to Francis, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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