Origin
West Valley City, UT
Afternoon in West Valley City on Monday
Local time
1:36 PM
MDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Valley City, UT to Hooper, UT
Drive Time
56m
Distance
44 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
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6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Valley City, UT
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Hooper, UT
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Trip Overview
The drive from West Valley City, UT to Hooper, UT covers 44 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Davis Corridor, Belt Route, Veterans Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.5 miles on West Davis Corridor. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.97 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
22 miles from West Valley City, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 56m drive with frequent turns across 44 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.
West Davis Corridor is the longest continuous segment at about 15.5 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 0.1 miles in near 3650 South.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 44 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 0.1 miles (3650 South): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (4400 West): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (SR 171 / 3500 South): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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3650 South
Turn right onto 3650 South
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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4400 West
At end of road, turn left onto 4400 West
Navigation decision point
6
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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SR 171 / 3500 South
Turn right onto SR 171 / 3500 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
12.1 mi into trip
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~16m in
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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.
7
22.2 mi into trip
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~27m in
Take the exit toward SR 177 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 321
Toward SR 177 North
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Davis Corridor | 15.5 mi | 18m |
| Belt Route | 11.1 mi | 11m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| 3500 South | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| South 4500 West | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| SR 193 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 5000 West | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 5900 West | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
West Davis Corridor
— 15.5 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Valley City, UT and Hooper, UT.
1
Start on Atlas Way
464 ft
·
20 sec
·
Atlas Way
2
Turn right onto 3650 South
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
3650 South
3
At end of road, turn left onto 4400 West
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
4400 West
4
Turn right onto SR 171
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
3500 South
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 215 North
6
Merge onto I 215
8.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Belt Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 215
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Belt Route
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 15
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 321
Toward SR 177 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on SR 177
16 mi
·
18 min
·
West Davis Corridor
11
At end of road, turn left onto SR 193
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 193
12
Turn right onto SR 110
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
South 4500 West
13
At end of road, turn left onto SR 37
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
1800 North
14
Continue on SR 37
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
5000 West
15
Continue on SR 37
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
5900 West
16
Turn right onto SR 97
95 ft
·
1 sec
·
5500 South
17
Arrive at destination
SR 97
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 22 miles from West Valley City, UT, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.5 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 44 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hooper, 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 44 miles and 56m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on West Davis Corridor for about 15.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22 mi from West Valley City, UT · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22 miles from West Valley City, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hooper, UT
The final approach into Hooper, 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 Hooper, 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
$6.97 one way
$13.94 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.23 | $7.33 | $14.66 |
| premium | $4.53 | $7.85 | $15.69 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.78 | $19.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.62 | $2.11 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Hooper, UT
Afternoon in Hooper on Monday
Local time
1:36 PM
MDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
44°F
Centerville, UT
22 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
4 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
56m 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 Hooper, UT covers 44 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Davis Corridor, Belt Route, Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22 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 $6.97 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 12 significant decision points across 44 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 0.1 miles (3650 South): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (4400 West): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (SR 171 / 3500 South): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from West Valley City, UT to Hooper, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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