How far is Riverton, UT from Saint George, UT?
The driving distance from Riverton, UT to Saint George, UT is about 289.9 miles (466.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 252.2 miles (405.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 14m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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 Millard County, Utah, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Riverton and Saint George.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton and Saint George.
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Start on the route
20 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto Redwood Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Redwood Road
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Take the ramp left
1749 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto Bangerter Highway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Bangerter Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I-15: Las Vegas
2142 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
280.8 mi · 4 hr 36 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 34: Saint George Boulevard
1.3 km · 2 min
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Turn left onto University Avenue
2490 ft · 1 min · University Avenue
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Turn right onto Trailblazer Boulevard
1.5 km · 2 min · Trailblazer Boulevard
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Turn right onto 100 West
70 m · 12 sec · 100 West
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Turn right
156 m · 37 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Riverton and Saint George.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
281 mi · 04h 36m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Riverton and Sunny near Saint George.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Riverton to Saint George?
The road trip is about 289.9 miles (466.5 km) and usually takes 04h 14m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Kanosh is a useful midpoint, sitting about 143.8 miles from Riverton and 146 miles from Saint George.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 252.2 miles (405.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:30 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.83 one way or $79.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 90.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Riverton and Sunny near Saint George.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Riverton and Saint George. Straight-line distance: 252.19 mi (405.86 km).
#1 Riverton
A city in Salt Lake County, Utah.
| Population | 44,369 |
| Coordinates | 40.5218900, -111.9391000 |
| Altitude | 1353 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint George
The most populous city in Washington County, Utah.
| Population | 92,378 |
| Coordinates | 37.1041500, -113.5841200 |
| Altitude | 823 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-113.584121, 37.104063)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 467 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 36m |
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 | $39.83 | $79.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $43.28 | $86.57 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $46.54 | $93.07 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $55.36 | $110.73 |
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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