How far is Salem, UT from Saint George, UT?

The driving distance from Salem, UT to Saint George, UT is about 251 miles (404 km), with a travel time of about 03h 30m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 228.4 miles (367.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 01m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
251 mi
03h 30m
Flight
228.37 mi
367.53 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
228.37 mi
Kilometers
367.53 km
Flight Time
00h 27m

Driving Distance

Road route
251 mi
Kilometers
403.95 km
Drive Time
03h 30m

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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 03h 30m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Saint George
Tue, May 12, 9:20 PM MDT
Return by in Salem
Wed, May 13, 12:51 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Salem
2026-05-12T17:50
Arrive Saint George
Tue, May 12, 9:20 PM MDT
Route Timing
03h 30m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:31 AM to 11:31 AM MDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:58 AM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Salem
9:00 PM MDT
Early departure recommended

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
Beaver
UT

City in Beaver County, Utah, United States

From Salem
124 mi
01h 45m
To Saint George
126.9 mi
01h 45m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
96°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
2 to 6 mph SSW
Destination
103°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
0 to 3 mph E

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Salem and Saint George.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Salem and Saint George.

  1. 1

    Start on West 100 South

    1085 ft · 48 sec · West 100 South

  2. 2

    Continue on 200 West

    141 m · 28 sec · 200 West

  3. 3

    Turn left

    4.1 mi · 7 min

  4. 4

    Turn right onto 800 South

    1.2 mi · 2 min · 800 South

  5. 5

    Take the ramp left toward I 15 South: Las Vegas

    1478 ft · 36 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

    239.8 mi · 3 hr 52 min · Veterans Memorial Highway

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 34: Saint George Boulevard

    1.3 km · 2 min

  8. 8

    Turn left onto University Avenue

    2490 ft · 1 min · University Avenue

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Trailblazer Boulevard

    1.5 km · 2 min · Trailblazer Boulevard

  10. 10

    Turn right onto 100 West

    70 m · 12 sec · 100 West

  11. 11

    Turn right

    156 m · 37 sec

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Salem and Saint George.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
12 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
4.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Veterans Memorial Highway
240 mi · 96%
800 South
1.21 mi
Trailblazer Boulevard
0.93 mi
SR 34
0.79 mi
University Avenue
0.47 mi
I 15 South
0.28 mi
Longest Stretch

Veterans Memorial Highway

Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

240 mi · 03h 52m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 30m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+22.6 mi
228.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Beaver
01h 45m from Salem
Leave By
9:58 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Salem 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 Salem to Saint George?

The road trip is about 251 miles (404 km) and usually takes 03h 30m 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?

Beaver is a useful midpoint, sitting about 124 miles from Salem and 126.9 miles from Saint George.

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

The direct path is about 228.4 miles (367.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:58 AM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.49 one way or $68.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 78.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Salem and Sunny near Saint George.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Salem and Saint George. Straight-line distance: 228.37 mi (367.53 km).

Salem

#1 Salem

City in Utah County, Utah, United States

Population8,866
Coordinates40.0530100, -111.6735400
Altitude1405
CountryUnited States
Saint George

#2 Saint George

The most populous city in Washington County, Utah.

Population92,378
Coordinates37.1041500, -113.5841200
Altitude823
CountryUnited States
Start: West 100 South Street (-111.673538, 40.053059)
End: (-113.584121, 37.104063)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 404 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 21m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 16m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 01m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 11m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 35m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 07m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
8.86 gal
33.53 L · about $34.49
Round trip
$68.98
17.72 gal · 67.06 L
Estimated CO2
78.7 kg one way
Round trip: 157.5 kg / 347 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $34.49 $68.98
Mid-grade $4.23 $37.49 $74.97
Premium $4.55 $40.30 $80.61
Diesel $5.41 $47.95 $95.90

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 12, 2026

There is no time difference between Salem and Saint George. The current time is 17:50:01.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.