How far is Sandy, UT from Lehi, UT?

Fastest route

The distance from Sandy, Utah to Lehi, Utah is approximately 17.1 miles (27.5 kilometers). The fastest route, considering current traffic conditions, is via I-15 S. Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey:

Directions

  1. πŸš— Get on I-15 S from E 10600 S.
  2. 🏒 Head west on E Sego Lily Dr toward S 1800 E/Edgecliff Dr.
  3. 🚦 Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto S 1300 E.
  4. πŸ• Pass by Pizza Hut (on the right in 0.4 mi).
  5. ➑️ Turn right onto E 10600 S.
  6. πŸ”„ Use the left 2 lanes to merge onto I-15 S via the ramp to Las Vegas.
  7. πŸ›£οΈ Follow I-15 S to US-89 S/W State St in Utah County. Take exit 282 from I-15 S.
  8. 🚸 Take exit 282 toward 282/I-85.
  9. πŸ—ΊοΈ Follow US-89 S/W State St and N 300 W to N 100 W St in Lehi.
  10. 🚦 Continue onto US-89 S/W State St.
  11. ⬅️ Turn left onto W 300 N St.
  12. ⬅️ Turn left at the 2nd cross street onto N 100 W St.

Tips & Suggestions

  • πŸ›£οΈ Stay on I-15 S to avoid heavy traffic.
  • 🚸 Take note of the exit number (282) for easier navigation.
  • 🚦 Pay attention to road signs and use the correct lanes for turns and merges.
  • πŸ• Grab a quick bite at Pizza Hut along the way.
  • πŸ“± Use a GPS navigation app for real-time updates on traffic conditions.
  • β›½ Check your fuel level and consider refueling if needed before starting the journey.
  • 🚧 Be aware of construction or roadwork that may affect the route.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
16.63 mi
00h 22m
Flight
13.93 mi
22.42 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
13.93 mi
Kilometers
22.42 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
16.63 mi
Kilometers
26.77 km
Drive Time
00h 22m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

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

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 22m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lehi
Thu, Apr 23, 2:37 AM MDT
Return by in Sandy
Thu, Apr 23, 3:00 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Sandy
2026-04-23T02:15
Arrive Lehi
Thu, Apr 23, 2:37 AM MDT
Route Timing
00h 22m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:23 AM to 7:23 PM MDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:44 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Sandy
10:00 PM MDT
Flexible departure

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
Bluffdale
UT

City in Salt Lake and Utah counties in Utah, United States

From Sandy
8.3 mi
00h 11m
To Lehi
8.3 mi
00h 11m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
59Β°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
2 to 8 mph NW
Destination
58Β°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
2 to 9 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Sandy and Lehi.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sandy and Lehi.

  1. 1

    Start on 8800 South

    1885 ft Β· 1 min Β· 8800 South

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn left onto State Street

    1311 ft Β· 26 sec Β· State Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto 9000 South

    2572 ft Β· 59 sec Β· 9000 South

  4. 4

    Take the ramp slight left

    2227 ft Β· 56 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

    12 mi Β· 13 min Β· Veterans Memorial Highway

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 194 West: 2100 North

    3053 ft Β· 1 min

  7. 7

    Continue on Thanksgiving Way

    1297 ft Β· 34 sec Β· Thanksgiving Way

  8. 8

    Continue on State Street

    1.7 mi Β· 3 min Β· State Street

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Center Street

    2420 ft Β· 1 min Β· Center Street

  10. 10

    Turn right onto West 300 North

    131 m Β· 21 sec Β· West 300 North

  11. 11

    Turn right onto 100 West

    31 m Β· 5 sec Β· 100 West

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m Β· 1 sec Β· 100 West

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Sandy and Lehi.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
12 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
72.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Veterans Memorial Highway
12 mi Β· 72%
State Street
1.96 mi Β· 12%
9000 South
0.91 mi Β· 5%
SR 194 West
0.58 mi Β· 3%
Center Street
0.46 mi Β· 3%
8800 South
0.36 mi Β· 2%
Longest Stretch

Veterans Memorial Highway

Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

12 mi Β· 00h 13m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 22m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+2.8 mi
13.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Bluffdale
00h 11m from Sandy
Leave By
7:44 PM MDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving Sandy and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lehi.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Sandy to Lehi?

The road trip is about 16.7 miles (26.8 km) and usually takes 00h 22m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Bluffdale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.3 miles from Sandy and 8.3 miles from Lehi.

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

The direct path is about 13.9 miles (22.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:44 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.30 one way or $4.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Sandy and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lehi.

Stop Ideas Near Bluffdale

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Bluffdale, 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 Bluffdale.

RAIL

Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub

30 mi away
340 South 600 West
BUS

Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub

31 mi away
300 South 600 West
RAIL

Provo

38 mi away
300 West 600 South
BUS

Ogden, Utah

81 mi away
2393 Wall Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Sandy and Lehi. Straight-line distance: 13.93 mi (22.42 km).

Sandy

#1 Sandy

A city in Salt Lake County, Utah.

Population94,871
Coordinates40.5916100, -111.8841000
Altitude1361
CountryUnited States
Lehi

#2 Lehi

The most populous city in Utah County, Utah.

Population73,383
Coordinates40.3916200, -111.8507700
Altitude1391
CountryUnited States
Start: 8800 South (-111.8841, 40.591674)
End: North 100 West (-111.850879, 40.391617)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 27 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 33m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 24m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 19m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 16m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 14m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 12m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.59 gal
2.22 L Β· about $2.30
Round trip
$4.59
1.18 gal Β· 4.44 L
Estimated CO2
5.2 kg one way
Round trip: 10.5 kg / 23 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $2.30 $4.59
Mid-grade $4.23 $2.50 $4.99
Premium $4.55 $2.68 $5.37
Diesel $5.41 $3.19 $6.39

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 Β· Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Sandy and Lehi. The current time is 02:15:06.

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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.