How far is Sandy, UT from Panguitch, UT?
The driving distance from Sandy, UT to Panguitch, UT is about 232.9 miles (374.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 193.6 miles (311.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 03m 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.
Flight Distance
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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 04h 01m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Town in Millard County, Utah, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sandy and Panguitch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sandy and Panguitch.
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Start on 8800 South
1885 ft · 1 min · 8800 South
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Street
1311 ft · 26 sec · State Street
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Turn right onto 9000 South
2572 ft · 59 sec · 9000 South
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Take the ramp slight left
2227 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
200.4 mi · 3 hr 19 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 20: Panguitch, Kanab
1922 ft · 55 sec
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Turn left
20.5 mi · 25 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
9.2 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
1.4 km · 2 min
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Turn right onto Center Street
9 m · 1 sec · Center Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Center Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sandy and Panguitch.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
200 mi · 03h 19m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Sandy and Sunny near Panguitch.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sandy to Panguitch?
The road trip is about 232.9 miles (374.8 km) and usually takes 04h 01m 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?
Holden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 116.5 miles from Sandy and 116.4 miles from Panguitch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 193.6 miles (311.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.3 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 8:56 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.00 one way or $64.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 73.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Sandy and Sunny near Panguitch.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sandy and Panguitch. Straight-line distance: 193.58 mi (311.53 km).
#1 Sandy
A city in Salt Lake County, Utah.
| Population | 94,871 |
| Coordinates | 40.5916100, -111.8841000 |
| Altitude | 1361 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Panguitch
City in and county seat of Garfield County, Utah, United States
| Population | 1,685 |
| Coordinates | 37.8227600, -112.4357600 |
| Altitude | 2019 |
| Country | United States |
End: Panguitch (-112.43576, 37.82276)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 375 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 54m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $32.00 | $64.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $34.78 | $69.56 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $37.39 | $74.79 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $44.49 | $88.97 |
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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