How far is Draper, UT from Payson, UT?
The driving distance from Draper, UT to Payson, UT is about 42.9 miles (69 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.9 miles (54.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 40m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Utah County, Utah, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Draper and Payson.
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Start on the route
43 m · 16 sec
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Turn left onto Pioneer Road
666 ft · 24 sec · Pioneer Road
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Turn right onto 900 East
683 ft · 31 sec · 900 East
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Turn left onto 12300 South
1.3 mi · 3 min · 12300 South
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Take the ramp slight left
2096 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
39.8 mi · 42 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 115: Payson, Main St
1201 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto 100 North
55 m · 5 sec · 100 North
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Turn right
105 m · 25 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Draper and Payson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
39.8 mi · 00h 42m
Route Summary
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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 Draper and Mostly Sunny near Payson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Draper to Payson?
The road trip is about 42.9 miles (69 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?
Vineyard is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.4 miles from Draper and 21.4 miles from Payson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.9 miles (54.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9 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 4:50 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.88 one way or $11.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Draper and Mostly Sunny near Payson.
Stop Ideas Near Vineyard
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 Vineyard.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Draper and Payson. Straight-line distance: 33.9 mi (54.56 km).
#1 Draper
The most populous city in Utah County, Utah.
| Population | 48,963 |
| Coordinates | 40.5246700, -111.8638200 |
| Altitude | 1373 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Payson
City in Utah County, Utah, United States
| Population | 21,033 |
| Coordinates | 40.0444000, -111.7321500 |
| Altitude | 1418 |
| Country | United States |
End: Payson (-111.73215, 40.0444)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 69 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $5.88 | $11.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $6.39 | $12.78 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $6.87 | $13.74 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $8.17 | $16.34 |
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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