How far is Orem, UT from Ballard, UT?
The driving distance from Orem, UT to Ballard, UT is about 125.4 miles (201.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 92.3 miles (148.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 03m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 31m.
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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Chance Rain Showers
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Orem and Ballard.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orem and Ballard.
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Start on State Street
27 m · 8 sec · State Street
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Turn right onto East Center Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · East Center Street
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Continue on 4800 North
2672 ft · 1 min · 4800 North
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Turn left onto North University Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · North University Avenue
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Continue on Provo Canyon Road
17.4 mi · 20 min · Provo Canyon Road
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Continue straight
3.6 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
2184 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right
96.9 mi · 1 hr 52 min
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Turn right onto East 200 North
2.8 mi · 3 min · East 200 North
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Turn right onto 3500 East
1.2 km · 3 min · 3500 East
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Continue on 700 South
2287 ft · 2 min · 700 South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Orem and Ballard.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
96.9 mi · 01h 52m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Orem and Mostly Sunny near Ballard.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Orem to Ballard?
The road trip is about 125.4 miles (201.8 km) and usually takes 02h 31m 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 62.6 miles from Orem and 62.8 miles from Ballard.
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 33.1 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 1:26 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.21 one way or $34.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Orem and Mostly Sunny near Ballard.
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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Provo
Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Orem and Ballard. Straight-line distance: 92.3 mi (148.55 km).
#1 Orem
The second most populous city in Utah County, Utah.
| Population | 98,970 |
| Coordinates | 40.2969000, -111.6946500 |
| Altitude | 1455 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ballard
Town in Uintah County, Utah, United States
| Population | 1,105 |
| Coordinates | 40.2894000, -109.9432000 |
| Altitude | 1539 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ballard (-109.9432, 40.2894)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 202 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 10m |
| 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 33m |
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 | $17.21 | $34.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $18.70 | $37.40 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $20.11 | $40.21 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $23.92 | $47.84 |
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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