How far is Duchesne, UT from Altamont, UT?
The driving distance from Duchesne, UT to Altamont, UT is about 21.4 miles (34.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.9 miles (23.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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Halfway Point
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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 Duchesne and Altamont.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Duchesne and Altamont.
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Start on South 100 West Street
15 m · 3 sec · South 100 West Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
146 m · 14 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto North Center Street
2891 ft · 57 sec · North Center Street
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Continue on 21000 West
1.5 mi · 3 min · 21000 West
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Continue on 21340 West
8.4 mi · 15 min · 21340 West
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Continue on 1003
1.5 mi · 3 min · 1003
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Continue on 22000W
1.3 mi · 2 min · 22000W
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Continue on 21340W
3.4 mi · 6 min · 21340W
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Continue on 750 North
1.2 mi · 2 min · 750 North
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Continue on 3750 North
3.4 mi · 6 min · 3750 North
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Continue on Main Street
140 m · 15 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto North 100 East
10 m · 1 sec · North 100 East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 100 East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Duchesne and Altamont.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
21340 West
Continue on 21340 West
8.4 mi · 00h 15m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Duchesne and Sunny near Altamont.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Duchesne to Altamont?
The road trip is about 21.4 miles (34.5 km) and usually takes 00h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Tabiona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.7 miles from Duchesne and 10.7 miles from Altamont.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.9 miles (23.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:14 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.96 one way or $5.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Duchesne and Sunny near Altamont.
Stop Ideas Near Tabiona
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Duchesne and Altamont. Straight-line distance: 14.88 mi (23.95 km).
#1 Duchesne
City in Duchesne County, Utah, United States
| Population | 1,725 |
| Coordinates | 40.1632900, -110.4029300 |
| Altitude | 1682 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Altamont
Town in Duchesne County, Utah, United States
| Population | 275 |
| Coordinates | 40.3594000, -110.2862700 |
| Altitude | 1947 |
| Country | United States |
End: Altamont (-110.28627, 40.3594)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 35 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
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 | $2.96 | $5.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $3.22 | $6.43 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $3.46 | $6.91 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $4.11 | $8.23 |
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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