How far is Cedar City, UT from Taylorsville, UT?

Fastest route

Travel from Cedar City, Utah to Taylorsville, Utah, covering a distance of 245 miles (394 kilometers) via I-15 N. The estimated travel time is 3 hours and 15 minutes. Here are the directions:

Directions

  1. 🚗 Get on I-15 N from W 200 N.

    • Head east toward N Main St.
    • Pass by Wells Fargo Bank (on the left).
    • Pass by Taco Bell (on the left in 0.6 mi).
    • Turn right to merge onto I-15 N.
  2. 🛣️ Follow I-15 N to UT-68 N/1700 W/S Redwood Rd in Taylorsville. Take exit 13 from I-215 W/Belt Route.

    • Use the right 3 lanes to take exit 294 A-C for Utah 48/7200 S/I-215/Belt Rte.
    • Keep left at the fork to continue toward I-215 W/Belt Route.
    • Keep left at the fork, follow signs for I-215 W/Belt Route, and merge onto I-215 W/Belt Route.
    • Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 13 to merge onto UT-68 N/1700 W/S Redwood Rd.
    • Merge onto UT-68 N/1700 W/S Redwood Rd.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🕐 Plan for 3 hours and 15 minutes of travel time, considering traffic conditions.
  • 🛣️ Take I-15 N for the fastest route.
  • 🚗 Make sure to keep to the right side when merging onto I-15 N.
  • 🛣️ Stay in the right 3 lanes to take exit 13 for UT-68 N/1700 W/S Redwood Rd.
  • 📱 Use GPS navigation or a maps app to stay on the correct route.
  • 🍴 Consider stopping for a meal or rest along the way, especially for longer journeys.
  • ⛽ Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip, and consider refueling if needed.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
245.71 mi
03h 36m
Flight
215.18 mi
346.3 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
215.18 mi
Kilometers
346.3 km
Flight Time
00h 25m

Driving Distance

Road route
245.71 mi
Kilometers
395.44 km
Drive Time
03h 36m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 36m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Taylorsville
Wed, May 13, 9:40 PM MDT
Return by in Cedar City
Thu, May 14, 1:16 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Cedar City
2026-05-13T18:04
Arrive Taylorsville
Wed, May 13, 9:40 PM MDT
Route Timing
03h 36m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:36 AM to 11:36 AM MDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:48 AM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Cedar City
9:00 PM MDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Holden
UT

Town in Millard County, Utah, United States

From Cedar City
122.1 mi
01h 48m
To Taylorsville
123.6 mi
01h 48m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, May 13 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
5 to 18 mph S
Destination
90°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, May 13 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
15 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Cedar City and Taylorsville.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cedar City and Taylorsville.

  1. 1

    Start on Main Street

    3.8 mi · 6 min · Main Street

  2. 2

    Take the ramp right toward I 15 North

    1565 ft · 38 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

    232.5 mi · 3 hr 49 min · Veterans Memorial Highway

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 48, I 215: 7200 South, Belt Route

    2.6 mi · 3 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight left to continue on I 215

    1440 ft · 25 sec

  6. 6

    Continue on I 215

    1.1 km · 1 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I 215 West

    1 km · 1 min

  8. 8

    Merge slight right onto Belt Route

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Belt Route

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 68: Redwood Road

    1758 ft · 43 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on SR 68

    63 m · 5 sec

  11. 11

    Turn straight onto Redwood Road

    1.4 mi · 3 min · Redwood Road

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 4700 South

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Cedar City and Taylorsville.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
12 steps
1 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
4.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Veterans Memorial Highway
233 mi · 95%
Main Street
3.76 mi · 2%
SR 48
2.59 mi · 1%
Belt Route
1.52 mi · 1%
Redwood Road
1.45 mi · 1%
I 215
0.98 mi
Longest Stretch

Veterans Memorial Highway

Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

233 mi · 03h 49m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 36m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+30.5 mi
215.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Holden
01h 48m from Cedar City
Leave By
9:48 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Cedar City and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Taylorsville.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Cedar City to Taylorsville?

The road trip is about 245.7 miles (395.4 km) and usually takes 03h 36m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Holden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 122.1 miles from Cedar City and 123.6 miles from Taylorsville.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 215.2 miles (346.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:48 AM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.75 one way or $67.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 77.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Cedar City and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Taylorsville.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Cedar City and Taylorsville. Straight-line distance: 215.18 mi (346.3 km).

Cedar City

#1 Cedar City

City in Iron County, Utah, United States

Population34,764
Coordinates37.6774800, -113.0618900
Altitude1782
CountryUnited States
Taylorsville

#2 Taylorsville

A city in Salt Lake County, Utah.

Population59,402
Coordinates40.6677200, -111.9388300
Altitude1310
CountryUnited States
Start: North Main Street (-113.061756, 37.677482)
End: UT 266 (-111.93883, 40.667704)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 395 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 11m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 08m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 54m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 05m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 30m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 03m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
8.67 gal
32.82 L · about $33.75
Round trip
$67.50
17.34 gal · 65.64 L
Estimated CO2
77.1 kg one way
Round trip: 154.1 kg / 340 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $33.75 $67.50
Mid-grade $4.23 $36.68 $73.37
Premium $4.55 $39.44 $78.88
Diesel $5.41 $46.92 $93.84

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Utah · May 14, 2026

There is no time difference between Cedar City and Taylorsville. The current time is 18:04:22.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.