How far is Santaquin, UT from Sandy Hills, UT?

Fastest route

Here are some tips and directions for your journey from Santaquin, Utah 84655 to Sandy Hills, Sandy, UT 84093. The distance between the two locations is approximately 54.9 miles (88.3 kilometers), and the estimated travel time is about 50 minutes.

Directions

  1. 🚗 Get on I-15 N/US-6 E: Head north on S Center St toward W Main St. Turn right at the 1st cross street onto E Main St. Pass by Subway (on the left in 0.3 mi). Turn left to merge onto I-15 N/US-6 E toward Salt Lake.

  2. 🛣️ Follow I-15 N to UT-209 E/W 9000 S in Sandy: Continue on I-15 N until you reach the exit for UT-209/9000 S (Exit 295).

  3. 🚧 Take exit 295 for UT-209/9000 S: Use the right 2 lanes to take this exit.

  4. 🗺️ Continue on UT-209 E: Use any lane to turn right onto UT-209 E/W 9000 S. Continue straight onto UT-209/E 9000 S.

  5. 🛣️ Turn left onto Sterling Dr: Follow UT-209 and then make a left turn onto Sterling Dr.

  6. 🚦 Turn left onto E Sandy Hills Dr: After turning left on Sterling Dr, make another left turn onto E Sandy Hills Dr.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Check Traffic Conditions: Before starting your journey, it's a good idea to check for traffic updates on the I-15 N route to avoid delays.
  • 🍴 Snacks & Water: Bring some snacks and water for the road, especially if you're traveling during peak hours when finding food stops might be challenging.
  • ⛽ Fuel Up: Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the entire journey, as it's essential to avoid running out in unfamiliar areas.
  • 📱 GPS or Navigation App: Consider using a GPS or navigation app on your phone to stay on the correct route and find alternative roads if needed.
  • 🚓 Follow Speed Limits: Stay within the posted speed limits and follow all traffic rules to ensure a safe and smooth journey.
  • 🕑 Time for Breaks: Plan for short breaks during the trip to stretch your legs and refresh yourself, especially on longer journeys.
  • 🚧 Roadwork and Construction: Be aware of possible roadwork or construction along the way, as it may affect your travel time.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
53.52 mi
00h 56m
Flight
41.98 mi
67.56 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
41.98 mi
Kilometers
67.56 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
53.52 mi
Kilometers
86.14 km
Drive Time
00h 56m

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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 00h 56m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Sandy Hills
Wed, Sep 23, 2:39 PM MDT
Return by in Santaquin
Wed, Sep 23, 3:35 PM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Santaquin
2026-09-23T13:43
Arrive Sandy Hills
Wed, Sep 23, 2:39 PM MDT
Route Timing
00h 56m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:56 AM to 10:56 AM MDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:38 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Santaquin
9:30 PM MDT
Morning start is best

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
Vineyard
UT

City in Utah County, Utah, United States

From Santaquin
26.8 mi
00h 28m
To Sandy Hills
26.8 mi
00h 28m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
74°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Sep 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
2 to 6 mph NNW
Destination
79°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Sep 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
3 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Santaquin and Sandy Hills.

  1. 1

    Start on Center Street

    13 m · 3 sec · Center Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Main Street

    1.2 km · 2 min · Main Street

  3. 3

    Take the ramp left toward I 15 North, US 6 East: Salt Lake City

    1545 ft · 38 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

    48.3 mi · 51 min · Veterans Memorial Highway

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 151: 10600 South

    100 m · 4 sec

  6. 6

    Keep slight right to continue on Monroe Street North, 10600 South East

    62 m · 3 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on East 10600 South

    785 ft · 10 sec

  8. 8

    Turn right onto 10600 South

    1616 ft · 42 sec · 10600 South

  9. 9

    Turn left onto State Street

    1.2 km · 2 min · State Street

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Sego Lily Drive

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Sego Lily Drive

  11. 11

    Turn left onto 700 East

    2708 ft · 1 min · 700 East

  12. 12

    Turn right onto 9400 South

    3084 ft · 1 min · 9400 South

  13. 13

    Continue on 9400 South

    2260 ft · 50 sec · 9400 South

  14. 14

    Turn left onto 1300 East

    767 ft · 21 sec · 1300 East

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Silvercrest Drive

    157 m · 20 sec · Silvercrest Drive

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Sandy Hills Drive

    148 m · 17 sec · Sandy Hills Drive

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Sandy Hills Drive

Car Route Details

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

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
17 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
31.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Veterans Memorial Highway
48.3 mi · 90%
Sego Lily Drive
1.09 mi · 2%
9400 South
1.01 mi · 2%
State Street
0.76 mi · 1%
Main Street
0.73 mi · 1%
700 East
0.51 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Veterans Memorial Highway

Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

48.3 mi · 00h 51m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
00h 56m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.5 mi
42 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Vineyard
00h 28m from Santaquin
Leave By
4:38 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Santaquin and Sunny near Sandy Hills.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Santaquin to Sandy Hills?

The road trip is about 53.5 miles (86.1 km) and usually takes 00h 56m in normal driving conditions.

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

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Vineyard is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.8 miles from Santaquin and 26.8 miles from Sandy Hills.

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

The direct path is about 42 miles (67.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:38 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.36 one way or $18.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Santaquin and Sunny near Sandy Hills.

Stop Ideas Near Vineyard

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

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

RAIL

Provo

11 mi away
300 West 600 South
RAIL

Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub

53 mi away
340 South 600 West
BUS

Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub

54 mi away
300 South 600 West
RAIL

Helper

102 mi away
1 Depot Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Santaquin and Sandy Hills. Straight-line distance: 41.98 mi (67.56 km).

Santaquin

#1 Santaquin

City in Utah County, Utah, United States

Population13,507
Coordinates39.9755100, -111.7852100
Altitude1519
CountryUnited States
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#2 Sandy Hills

A census-designated place in Salt Lake County, Utah.

Population89,575
Coordinates40.5810600, -111.8507700
Altitude1452
CountryUnited States
Start: South Center Street (-111.785243, 39.97551)
End: Sandy Hills Drive (-111.850649, 40.581382)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 86 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 47m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 20m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 04m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 53m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 45m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 40m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.89 gal
7.15 L · about $9.36
Round trip
$18.73
3.78 gal · 14.3 L
Estimated CO2
16.8 kg one way
Round trip: 33.6 kg / 74 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.96 $9.36 $18.73
Mid-grade $5.23 $9.89 $19.78
Premium $5.48 $10.36 $20.71
Diesel $6.56 $12.41 $24.81

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 · Sep 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Santaquin and Sandy Hills. The current time is 13:43:17.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.