How far is Independence, UT from Whiterocks, UT?
The driving distance from Independence, UT to Whiterocks, UT is about 22.9 miles (36.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.2 miles (24.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m 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 00h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Uintah County, Utah, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Independence and Whiterocks.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence and Whiterocks.
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Start on 3250 South
2 mi · 8 min · 3250 South
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Keep slight right to continue on 3250 South
47 m · 7 sec · 3250 South
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Turn straight onto 1500 East
3.7 mi · 9 min · 1500 East
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Turn right onto 200 North
4.3 mi · 5 min · 200 North
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Turn left onto White Rocks Highway
3.1 mi · 6 min · White Rocks Highway
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Continue on 3000 North
1.4 km · 1 min · 3000 North
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Turn straight onto White Rocks Highway
8.8 mi · 17 min · White Rocks Highway
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Turn left onto 11500 North
8 m · 1 sec · 11500 North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 11500 North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Independence and Whiterocks.
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.
White Rocks Highway
Turn straight onto White Rocks Highway
8.83 mi · 00h 17m
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 Clear leaving Independence and Partly Cloudy near Whiterocks.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Independence to Whiterocks?
The road trip is about 22.9 miles (36.8 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Ballard is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.4 miles from Independence and 11.4 miles from Whiterocks.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.2 miles (24.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.7 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 4:58 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.15 one way or $6.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Independence and Partly Cloudy near Whiterocks.
Stop Ideas Near Ballard
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 Ballard.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Independence and Whiterocks. Straight-line distance: 15.2 mi (24.46 km).
#1 Independence
Town in Wasatch County, Utah, United States
| Population | 195 |
| Coordinates | 40.2480200, -109.9351500 |
| Altitude | 1510 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Whiterocks
Whiterocks is a place in Utah, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.4680100, -109.9307100 |
| Altitude | 1839 |
| Country | United States |
End: Whiterocks (-109.93071, 40.46801)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 37 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
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 | $3.15 | $6.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $3.43 | $6.85 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $3.68 | $7.37 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $4.38 | $8.77 |
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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