Origin
Wolf Creek, UT
Evening in Wolf Creek on Tuesday
Local time
8:00 PM
MDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wolf Creek, UT to Provo, UT
Data updated 33 minutes ago
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
91.4 mi
147 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
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6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wolf Creek, UT
Andrew Burns
Provo, UT
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Trip Overview
This 91.4-mile drive from Wolf Creek, UT to Provo, UT will take you about 1 hour and 58 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily navigate Veterans Memorial Highway and US 89, with a bit of Harrison Boulevard at the end. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, this is an economical journey. The drive, entirely within the Mountain West region of Utah, offers a local feel without extensive highway time. You won't need to break this up overnight; it's a straightforward trip.
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
45.7 miles from Wolf Creek, UT
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive with only 25% of the route on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 47.6 miles along Veterans Memorial Highway. This route is characterized by its frequent changes in direction and road type, moving from more open highway sections to more involved local roads as you approach Provo. It’s less about cruising and more about engaging with the varied terrain and road conditions.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 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 47.6 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 0.1 miles in near SR 158 / Wolf Creek Drive.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 91.4 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 (SR 158 / Wolf Creek Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles (SR 203 / Harrison Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.4 miles (US 89): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 158 / Wolf Creek Drive
Turn right onto SR 158 / Wolf Creek Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
17.4 mi into trip
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~33m in
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SR 203 / Harrison Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 203 / Harrison Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
18.4 mi into trip
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~35m in
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US 89
Turn left onto US 89
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
30.6 mi into trip
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~50m in
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US 89
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
89.2 mi into trip
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~1h 53m in
Take the exit toward SR 114: Provo, Center Street
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 265
Toward SR 114: Provo, Center Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 47.6 mi | 51m |
| US 89 | 23.2 mi | 26m |
| Harrison Boulevard | 5.3 mi | 10m |
| 5100 East | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| Ogden Canyon | 5.1 mi | 11m |
| Wolf Creek Drive | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Valley Drive | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Center Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 47.6 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wolf Creek, UT and Provo, UT.
1
Start on this road
96 ft
·
8 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto Juniper Lane
306 ft
·
16 sec
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Juniper Lane
3
Turn right onto SR 158
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Wolf Creek Drive
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Continue on SR 158
5.2 mi
·
8 min
·
5100 East
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
At end of road, turn right onto SR 39
5.1 mi
·
11 min
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Ogden Canyon
6
Turn left onto Valley Drive
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Valley Drive
7
At end of road, turn right onto 20th Street
101 ft
·
8 sec
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20th Street
8
Turn left onto SR 203
4.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Harrison Boulevard
9
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 203
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrison Boulevard
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto US 89
12 mi
·
14 min
·
US 89
Use the left lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 89
11 mi
·
12 min
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US 89
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
8.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 15
39 mi
·
42 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 265
Toward SR 114: Provo, Center Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on West Center Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Center Street
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn left onto US 89
518 ft
·
14 sec
·
North 500 West
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto 100 North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
100 North
18
Turn right onto North 100 East
479 ft
·
20 sec
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North 100 East
19
Turn right onto Center Street
466 ft
·
28 sec
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Center Street
20
Arrive at destination
Center Street
Trip Plan
Given its short duration of under two hours, this drive offers great flexibility; you can leave whenever suits you best. With no designated stops, you can easily pull over as needed, but keep an eye on your fuel as the longest stretch is nearly 50 miles. Consider starting your trip mid-morning to avoid early rush hour and enjoy daylight for navigation. A helpful tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the Veterans Memorial Highway section before you depart, as it’s the longest continuous part of the journey.
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 45.7 miles from Wolf Creek, UT, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.6 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 80 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.7 miles or 1h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Provo, UT than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wolf Creek, 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 Wolf Creek, UT
This is one driving day of about 91.4 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wolf Creek, 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 47.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.7 mi from Wolf Creek, UT · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.7 miles from Wolf Creek, UT, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Provo, UT
The final approach into Provo, 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 Provo, 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
$14.48 one way
$28.97 round trip
$4.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $15.18 | $30.36 |
| premium | $4.53 | $16.30 | $32.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.18 | $40.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.60 | $4.39 |
| Efficient EV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.00 | $3.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.80 | $5.85 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Provo, UT
Evening in Provo on Tuesday
Local time
8:00 PM
MDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Farmington, UT
46 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
1h 58m 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 Wolf Creek, UT to Provo, UT covers 91.4 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, US 89, Harrison Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.7 miles from Wolf Creek, UT. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.48 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 16 significant decision points across 91.4 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 (SR 158 / Wolf Creek Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.4 miles (SR 203 / Harrison Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.4 miles (US 89): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Wolf Creek, UT to Provo, UT does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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