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Trip from West Valley City, UT to Ivins, UT

Drive Time

5h 18m

Distance

307.8 mi

495 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$49

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
5h 5m ★
6 AM
5h 19m
8 AM
5h 46m
10 AM
5h 28m
12 PM
5h 25m
3 PM
5h 29m
5 PM
5h 44m
8 PM
5h 11m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Ivins, UT, UT

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Trip Overview

Traveling from West Valley City to Ivins covers 307.8 miles and takes approximately 5 hours and 18 minutes of drive time. Because this journey fits comfortably into a single day, you can easily complete it without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend about $49 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly way to traverse the Mountain West. You will primarily utilize the Veterans Memorial Highway before transitioning onto Red Hills Parkway and Snow Canyon Parkway. This route is straightforward enough to handle in one go, though you should plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

153.9 miles from West Valley City, UT

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 37m into the drive .

Drive Character

The personality of this route is defined by a significant contrast between high-speed interstate transit and technical local maneuvering. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the Veterans Memorial Highway, which accounts for a 288.5-mile stretch of the journey. As you move away from the highway portion, the drive shifts into a turn-heavy local experience. Only 3% of your total travel involves major highway infrastructure, so prepare for varied road conditions as you approach your destination. Staying focused is key during the final technical segments where the road character transitions away from the open highway.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 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 288.5 miles.

Elevation Profile

High-altitude sections with notable climbs

6,486 ft 2,913 ft

Total Climb

3,473 ft

Total Descent

4,699 ft

Highest Point

6,486 ft

~205.2 mi in

Elevation Range

3,573 ft

Notable High Points

4,638 ft at ~25.6 miles +73 ft prominence
5,060 ft at ~64.1 miles +33 ft prominence
5,335 ft at ~89.8 miles +241 ft prominence
5,366 ft at ~128.2 miles +80 ft prominence
6,173 ft at ~179.5 miles +141 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 around 0.9 miles in near 4100 South.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 307.8 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 0.9 miles (4100 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 21 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
0.9 mi into trip | ~2m in | 4100 South

Turn left onto 4100 South

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.
7
2.6 mi into trip | ~5m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane.
8
7.9 mi into trip | ~12m in

Take the exit toward I 15: Salt Lake City, Las Vegas

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 12 Toward I 15: Salt Lake City, Las Vegas
7
8 mi into trip | ~12m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 15 South: Las Vegas

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas
7
298.3 mi into trip | ~4h 59m in | I 15 BUS

Take the exit onto I 15 BUS toward SR 34: Saint George Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 8 Toward SR 34: Saint George Boulevard

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway 288.5 mi 4h 43m
Snow Canyon Parkway 4 mi 7m
Red Hills Parkway 3.4 mi 5m
Belt Route 3.3 mi 3m
4700 South 1.4 mi 2m
Center Street 1.2 mi 2m
4100 South 0.8 mi 1m
Bangerter Highway 0.7 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Veterans Memorial Highway — 288.5 mi, about 4h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Valley City, UT and Ivins, UT.

1

Start on Atlas Way

0.4 mi · 1 min · Atlas Way
2

Turn left onto Volta Avenue

0.2 mi · 42 sec · Volta Avenue
3

Turn right onto 4400 West

0.2 mi · 36 sec · 4400 West
4

Turn left onto 4100 South

0.8 mi · 1 min · 4100 South
5

Turn right onto Bangerter Highway

0.7 mi · 51 sec · Bangerter Highway
6

Take the exit slight right

0.3 mi · 34 sec
7

Keep slight left

223 ft · 8 sec
8

Turn left onto 4700 South

1.4 mi · 2 min · 4700 South
9

Take the ramp slight right toward I 215 South

0.6 mi · 43 sec · I 215 South
10

Merge slight left onto Belt Route

3.3 mi · 3 min · Belt Route
11

Take the exit slight right toward I 15: Salt Lake City, Las Vegas

427 ft · 5 sec · I 15: Salt Lake City, Las Vegas
12

Keep slight right to continue on I 15 South: Las Vegas

0.7 mi · 59 sec · I 15 South: Las Vegas
13

Keep slight right to continue on I 15 South: Las Vegas

1.1 mi · 2 min · I 15 South: Las Vegas
14

Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

289 mi · 4 hr 43 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
15

Take the exit slight right toward SR 34: Saint George Boulevard

0.4 mi · 1 min · SR 34: Saint George Boulevard
16

Turn right onto 1000 East

0.2 mi · 32 sec · 1000 East
17

Turn left onto Red Hills Parkway

3.4 mi · 5 min · Red Hills Parkway
18

Continue on Snow Canyon Parkway

3.2 mi · 6 min · Snow Canyon Parkway
19

Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Snow Canyon Parkway

128 ft · 7 sec · Snow Canyon Parkway
20

Exit the roundabout onto Snow Canyon Parkway

0.7 mi · 1 min · Snow Canyon Parkway
21

Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Center Street

121 ft · 7 sec · Center Street
22

Exit the roundabout onto Center Street

1.2 mi · 2 min · Center Street
23

Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Center Street

131 ft · 8 sec · East Center Street
24

Exit the roundabout onto East Center Street

0.3 mi · 34 sec · East Center Street
25

Turn right onto North Main Street

92 ft · 4 sec · North Main Street
26

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 307.8-mile trek, try to depart early in the morning to avoid fatigue during the final, more winding sections. Since the trip requires roughly 5 hours and 18 minutes, pacing is essential; plan your single stop somewhere past the midpoint of the long Veterans Memorial Highway stretch to maximize your momentum. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $49 estimated cost assumes steady driving conditions. Given the turn-heavy nature of the arrival into Ivins, ensure your vehicle is well-maintained for handling local roads. Use the flexibility of this one-day itinerary to adjust your departure time based on local traffic patterns.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 153.9 miles from West Valley City, UT, or about 2h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 288.5 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 80 miles or 1h 25m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 153.9 miles or 2h 37m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 14m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ivins, UT than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving West Valley City, 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 Valley City, UT

This is one driving day of about 307.8 miles and 5h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West Valley City, UT.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 288.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 153.9 mi from West Valley City, UT · 2h 37m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Nibley, UT

154 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

Provo, UT

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Delta, UT

Meal break

The midpoint is around 153.9 miles from West Valley City, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 288.5 miles.

Arriving in Ivins, UT

The final approach into Ivins, 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 Ivins, UT.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Timpanogos Cave National Monument

Timpanogos Cave National Monument

National Monument

The visitor center, caves, and cave tours have not yet opened for the 2026 season. Hike your way past stunning vistas to explore a hidden underground world. Taste the thrill of caving as you twist and...

7 mi from route ~18 min detour $12 near mile 31.8
Caution: Tickets are required to enter Timpanogos Cave
View on nps.gov
Cedar Breaks National Monument

Cedar Breaks National Monument

National Monument

Crowning the Grand Staircase, Cedar Breaks sits at over 10,000 feet and looks down into a half-mile deep geologic amphitheater. Come wander among timeless bristlecone pines, stand in lush meadows of w...

13 mi from route ~32 min detour $10 near mile 244.1
View on nps.gov
Zion National Park

Zion National Park

National Park

Follow the paths where people have walked for thousands of years. Gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. Experience the tall, stretching walls...

14 mi from route ~35 min detour $35 near mile 275.9
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$48.78 one way

$97.55 round trip

$4.03/gal 25.4 MPG avg 108 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.23 $51.27 $102.54
premium $4.53 $54.88 $109.77
diesel $5.64 $68.38 $136.76

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$49

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$74–$99

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 107.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

EV Charging Along Route

8 DC fast chargers · Coverage: good

Target - Tesla Supercharger

West Valley City, UT

Tesla

20 DCFC

WinCo Foods - West Valley #75

West Valley City, UT

eVgo Network

6 DCFC

KEN GARFF WVF LV3-02

West Valley City, UT

ChargePoint Network

2 DCFC

KEN GARFF WVF LV3-01

West Valley City, UT

ChargePoint Network

2 DCFC

JWV CHARGER CPE250-1

West Valley City, UT

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

STATE OF UTAH UDOT SOUTH L3 1

Taylorsville, UT

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

STATE OF UTAH UDOT SOUTH L3 2

Taylorsville, UT

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

Harley Davidson - Salt Lake City

South Salt Lake, UT

Non-Networked

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 5 eVgo Network: 1 Tesla: 1 Non-Networked: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 92.3 1 $32.32 $14.77
Efficient EV 77 0 $26.93 $12.31
EV Truck/SUV 123.1 1 $43.09 $19.70

Gas CO2

108 kg

EV CO2

36 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 1 day ago

Origin

West Valley City, UT

Late night in West Valley City on Monday

Local time

2:36 AM

MDT

Current temp

48°F

Partly Cloudy

W 6 to 13 mph 5% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 11 at 11:17AM MDT until April 12 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

Destination

Ivins, UT

Late night in Ivins on Monday

Local time

2:36 AM

MDT

Current temp

48°F

Mostly Clear

S 6 to 14 mph 4% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 11 at 11:17AM MDT until April 12 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

Along the Route

36°F

Nibley, UT

154 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

5h 18m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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 Ivins, UT covers 307.8 miles and takes about 5h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Snow Canyon Parkway, Red Hills Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 153.9 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 $48.78 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 307.8 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 0.9 miles (4100 South): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from West Valley City, UT to Ivins, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
High-altitude sections with notable climbs. The route ranges from 2,913 ft to 6,486 ft elevation with about 3,473 ft of total climbing. There are 5 notable high points along the way.

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