How far is Ballard, UT from Orem, UT?
The driving distance from Ballard, UT to Orem, UT is about 125.8 miles (202.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 92.3 miles (148.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 26m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Duchesne County, Utah, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ballard and Orem.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ballard and Orem.
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Start on the route
792 ft · 58 sec
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Continue on 700 South
1495 ft · 1 min · 700 South
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Continue on 3500 East
1.2 km · 3 min · 3500 East
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Turn left onto 200 North
2.8 mi · 3 min · 200 North
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Continue on North 200 East
972 ft · 15 sec · North 200 East
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Continue on South Main Street
1993 ft · 28 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
27.3 mi · 31 min · Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
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Continue on East Main Street
1.4 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Continue on 46220 West
68.1 mi · 1 hr 19 min · 46220 West
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Turn left
114 m · 7 sec
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Continue straight
1899 ft · 27 sec
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Continue straight
3.6 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
17.4 mi · 20 min
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Continue on North University Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · North University Avenue
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Turn right onto 4800 North
2671 ft · 1 min · 4800 North
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Continue on Center Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Center Street
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Turn left onto State Street
622 ft · 48 sec · State Street
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Turn uturn onto State Street
120 m · 8 sec · State Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ballard and Orem.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
46220 West
Continue on 46220 West
68.1 mi · 01h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Ballard and Chance Rain Showers near Orem.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ballard to Orem?
The road trip is about 125.8 miles (202.4 km) and usually takes 02h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Tabiona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.8 miles from Ballard and 63.1 miles from Orem.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 92.3 miles (148.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:36 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.28 one way or $34.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ballard and Chance Rain Showers near Orem.
Stop Ideas Near Tabiona
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tabiona.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ballard and Orem. Straight-line distance: 92.3 mi (148.55 km).
#1 Ballard
Town in Uintah County, Utah, United States
| Population | 1,105 |
| Coordinates | 40.2894000, -109.9432000 |
| Altitude | 1539 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Orem
The second most populous city in Utah County, Utah.
| Population | 98,970 |
| Coordinates | 40.2969000, -111.6946500 |
| Altitude | 1455 |
| Country | United States |
End: South State Street (-111.694787, 40.296865)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 202 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 34m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.89 | $17.28 | $34.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $18.79 | $37.57 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $20.20 | $40.40 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $24.03 | $48.06 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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