How far is Saint George, UT from Francis, UT?
The driving distance from Saint George, UT to Francis, UT is about 300.9 miles (484.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 272.1 miles (437.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 30m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 15m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Millard County, Utah, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Rain And Snow Showers Likely then Snow Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint George and Francis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint George and Francis.
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Start on the route
156 m · 39 sec
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Turn right onto 100 West
118 m · 19 sec · 100 West
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Turn right onto 200 South
610 ft · 32 sec · 200 South
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Turn left onto Main Street
1211 ft · 36 sec · Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Main Street
25 m · 2 sec · Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto Main Street
569 ft · 16 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Saint George Boulevard
1.4 mi · 4 min · Saint George Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
1795 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
254.4 mi · 4 hr 7 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 189 North: University Ave
1493 ft · 38 sec
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Continue on South University Avenue
7.3 mi · 15 min · South 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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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Village Way
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint George and Francis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
254 mi · 04h 07m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Saint George and Rain And Snow Showers Likely then Snow Showers near Francis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint George to Francis?
The road trip is about 300.9 miles (484.3 km) and usually takes 05h 15m 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?
Meadow is a useful midpoint, sitting about 150.6 miles from Saint George and 150.4 miles from Francis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 272.1 miles (437.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.8 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 6:30 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.34 one way or $82.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 94.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Saint George and Rain And Snow Showers Likely then Snow Showers near Francis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint George and Francis. Straight-line distance: 272.1 mi (437.9 km).
#1 Saint George
The most populous city in Washington County, Utah.
| Population | 92,378 |
| Coordinates | 37.1041500, -113.5841200 |
| Altitude | 823 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Francis
Town in Summit County, Utah, United States
| Population | 1,611 |
| Coordinates | 40.6105100, -111.2807400 |
| Altitude | 2000 |
| Country | United States |
End: Francis (-111.28074, 40.61051)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 484 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 45m |
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 | $41.34 | $82.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $44.93 | $89.87 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $48.31 | $96.62 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $57.48 | $114.95 |
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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