How far is Orem, UT from Vernal, UT?
The driving distance from Orem, UT to Vernal, UT is about 151.2 miles (243.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114.5 miles (184.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 55m 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 02h 57m.
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
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 Vernal.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orem and Vernal.
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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
11.7 mi · 13 min · East 200 North
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Continue on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
17.3 mi · 20 min · Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
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Continue on West Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Vernal Avenue
22 m · 2 sec · South Vernal Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Vernal Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Orem and Vernal.
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 Vernal.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Orem to Vernal?
The road trip is about 151.2 miles (243.3 km) and usually takes 02h 57m 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 75.5 miles from Orem and 75.7 miles from Vernal.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 114.5 miles (184.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.7 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 12:34 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.79 one way or $41.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Orem and Mostly Sunny near Vernal.
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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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Orem and Vernal. Straight-line distance: 114.52 mi (184.31 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 Vernal
City in and county seat fo Uintah County, Utah, United States
| Population | 10,468 |
| Coordinates | 40.4555200, -109.5287500 |
| Altitude | 1624 |
| Country | United States |
End: Vernal (-109.52875, 40.45552)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 243 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 53m |
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 | $20.79 | $41.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $22.59 | $45.19 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $24.29 | $48.58 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $28.90 | $57.80 |
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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