How far is Roosevelt, UT from Salt Lake City, UT?

Fastest route

The distance from Roosevelt, Utah, to Salt Lake City, Utah, is approximately 142 miles (229 kilometers). The fastest route, considering traffic conditions, is via US-40 W and I-80 W. The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 23 minutes.

Directions

  1. 🚗 Head south on US-40 W/S 200 E/Main St toward E 100 S.
  2. 🚦 Continue to follow US-40 W, passing by AutoZone Auto Parts on the right in 96.9 miles.
  3. 🛣️ Use any lane to merge onto I-80 W toward Salt Lake City.
  4. 🚧 Take exit 122 for 1300 S toward 900 S.
  5. ➡️ Keep right to continue on Exit 305 D, following signs for 900 South.
  6. 🔄 Keep left at the fork and merge onto S W Temple St.
  7. ➡️ Turn right onto 400 S/University Blvd.

Tips & Suggestions

  • ⏰ Plan your trip to avoid rush hours and heavy traffic.
  • 🛣️ Familiarize yourself with the route beforehand to prevent getting lost.
  • 🚘 Ensure your vehicle is in good condition and has enough fuel for the journey.
  • 🍴 Pack some snacks and drinks for the trip to stay energized.
  • 📱 Bring a mobile phone charger to stay connected during the drive.
  • 🚧 Check for any road closures or construction updates before starting your journey.
  • 🛣️ Consider using a GPS navigation app to receive real-time traffic updates and alternative routes.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
142.95 mi
02h 39m
Flight
104.86 mi
168.76 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
104.86 mi
Kilometers
168.76 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
142.95 mi
Kilometers
230.06 km
Drive Time
02h 39m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 39m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Salt Lake City
Sun, May 24, 9:49 PM MDT
Return by in Roosevelt
Mon, May 25, 12:29 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Roosevelt
2026-05-24T19:09
Arrive Salt Lake City
Sun, May 24, 9:49 PM MDT
Route Timing
02h 39m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:40 AM to 12:40 PM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:10 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Roosevelt
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Wallsburg
UT

Town in Wasatch County, Utah, United States

From Roosevelt
71 mi
01h 20m
To Salt Lake City
71.9 mi
01h 20m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Today

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 24 8:00 AM MDT
Wind
3 to 9 mph SW
Destination
86°F
Today

Partly Sunny

Starts
Sun, May 24 8:00 AM MDT
Wind
5 to 8 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Roosevelt and Salt Lake City.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Roosevelt and Salt Lake City.

  1. 1

    Start on South Main Street

    1961 ft · 27 sec · South Main Street

  2. 2

    Continue on Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway

    27.3 mi · 31 min · Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway

  3. 3

    Continue on East Main Street

    1.4 km · 1 min · East Main Street

  4. 4

    Continue on 46220 West

    85 mi · 1 hr 39 min · 46220 West

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight left toward I 80 West

    1.9 mi · 3 min

  6. 6

    Merge slight right onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

    23 mi · 25 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward 2100 South, 1300 South, West Temple

    2553 ft · 37 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    1.1 mi · 1 min

  9. 9

    Continue on West Temple

    1.2 mi · 1 min

  10. 10

    Continue on West Temple Street

    1.2 km · 2 min · West Temple Street

  11. 11

    Turn right onto 400 South

    822 ft · 31 sec · 400 South

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Main Street

    24 m · 3 sec · Main Street

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Roosevelt and Salt Lake City.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
13 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
46220 West
85 mi · 59%
Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
27.3 mi · 19%
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
23 mi · 16%
I 80 West
1.92 mi · 1%
2100 South
1.6 mi · 1%
West Temple
1.22 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

46220 West

Continue on 46220 West

85 mi · 01h 39m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 39m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+38.1 mi
104.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Wallsburg
01h 20m from Roosevelt
Leave By
1:10 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Roosevelt and Partly Sunny near Salt Lake City.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Roosevelt to Salt Lake City?

The road trip is about 143 miles (230.1 km) and usually takes 02h 39m 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?

Wallsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71 miles from Roosevelt and 71.9 miles from Salt Lake City.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 104.9 miles (168.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.1 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 1:10 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.62 one way or $39.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Roosevelt and Partly Sunny near Salt Lake City.

Stop Ideas Near Wallsburg

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Wallsburg, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Wallsburg.

RAIL

Provo

27 mi away
300 West 600 South
RAIL

Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub

58 mi away
340 South 600 West
BUS

Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub

59 mi away
300 South 600 West
RAIL

Helper

92 mi away
1 Depot Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Roosevelt and Salt Lake City. Straight-line distance: 104.86 mi (168.76 km).

Roosevelt

#1 Roosevelt

City in Duchesne County, Utah, United States

Population7,261
Coordinates40.2994000, -109.9887600
Altitude1553
CountryUnited States
Salt Lake City

#2 Salt Lake City

The capital of Utah.

Population200,567
Coordinates40.7607800, -111.8910500
Altitude1299
CountryUnited States
Start: South Main Street (-109.988852, 40.299399)
End: Main Street (-111.890996, 40.760782)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 230 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 45m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 34m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 51m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 22m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 02m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 47m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.04 gal
19.09 L · about $19.62
Round trip
$39.24
10.08 gal · 38.18 L
Estimated CO2
44.8 kg one way
Round trip: 89.6 kg / 198 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $19.62 $39.24
Mid-grade $4.23 $21.32 $42.65
Premium $4.55 $22.93 $45.85
Diesel $5.41 $27.28 $54.55

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Utah · May 25, 2026

There is no time difference between Roosevelt and Salt Lake City. The current time is 19:09:04.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.