How far is Orem, UT from Kamas, UT?
The driving distance from Orem, UT to Kamas, UT is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.3 miles (52 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m 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 00h 56m.
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 Wasatch County, Utah, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain then Slight Chance T-storms
Rain And Snow Showers Likely then Slight Chance T-storms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Orem and Kamas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orem and Kamas.
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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 · 32 sec
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Turn left onto South Main Street
4.7 mi · 7 min · South Main Street
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Turn right
10.4 mi · 14 min
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Turn left
2.2 mi · 4 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Orem and Kamas.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Provo Canyon Road
Continue on Provo Canyon Road
17.4 mi · 00h 20m
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 Light Rain then Slight Chance T-storms leaving Orem and Rain And Snow Showers Likely then Slight Chance T-storms near Kamas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Orem to Kamas?
The road trip is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Charleston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.9 miles from Orem and 20.9 miles from Kamas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.3 miles (52 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.6 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 4:38 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.76 one way or $11.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain then Slight Chance T-storms around Orem and Rain And Snow Showers Likely then Slight Chance T-storms near Kamas.
Stop Ideas Near Charleston
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 Charleston.
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Ogden, Utah
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Orem and Kamas. Straight-line distance: 32.33 mi (52.03 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 Kamas
City in Summit County, Utah, United States
| Population | 2,344 |
| Coordinates | 40.6430100, -111.2807400 |
| Altitude | 1977 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kamas (-111.28074, 40.64301)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.76 | $11.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $6.26 | $12.52 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $6.73 | $13.47 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $8.01 | $16.02 |
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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