How far is Salt Lake City, UT from Saint George, UT?
The driving distance from Salt Lake City, UT to Saint George, UT is about 305 miles (490.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 268.5 miles (432.1 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.
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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.
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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
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Patchy Frost then Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Salt Lake City and Saint George.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salt Lake City and Saint George.
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Start on Main Street
720 ft · 37 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto 300 South
748 ft · 38 sec · 300 South
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Turn right onto State Street
1558 ft · 52 sec · State Street
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Turn right onto 500 South
1552 ft · 50 sec · 500 South
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Turn left onto West Temple
1 km · 2 min · West Temple
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Keep slight right to continue on I 15 South, I 80 East: Las Vegas, Cheyenne
298.6 mi · 4 hr 55 min
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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 Salt Lake City and Saint George.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 15 South
Keep slight right to continue on I 15 South, I 80 East: Las Vegas, Cheyenne
299 mi · 04h 55m
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.
Patchy Frost then Sunny leaving Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Saint George?
The road trip is about 305 miles (490.9 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?
Meadow is a useful midpoint, sitting about 151.3 miles from Salt Lake City and 153.7 miles from Saint George.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 268.5 miles (432.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.5 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 $41.89 one way or $83.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 95.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Frost then Sunny around Salt Lake City and Sunny near Saint George.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Salt Lake City and Saint George. Straight-line distance: 268.52 mi (432.14 km).
#1 Salt Lake City
The capital of Utah.
| Population | 200,567 |
| Coordinates | 40.7607800, -111.8910500 |
| Altitude | 1299 |
| 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: 491 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $41.89 | $83.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $45.53 | $91.05 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $48.95 | $97.89 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $58.23 | $116.47 |
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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