How far is Santaquin, UT from Sandy Hills, UT?
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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
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🚗 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.
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🛣️ 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).
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🚧 Take exit 295 for UT-209/9000 S: Use the right 2 lanes to take this exit.
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🗺️ 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.
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🛣️ Turn left onto Sterling Dr: Follow UT-209 and then make a left turn onto Sterling Dr.
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🚦 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.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving 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 00h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Utah County, Utah, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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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.
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Start on Center Street
13 m · 3 sec · Center Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Take the ramp left toward I 15 North, US 6 East: Salt Lake City
1545 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
48.3 mi · 51 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 151: 10600 South
100 m · 4 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Monroe Street North, 10600 South East
62 m · 3 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on East 10600 South
785 ft · 10 sec
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Turn right onto 10600 South
1616 ft · 42 sec · 10600 South
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Turn left onto State Street
1.2 km · 2 min · State Street
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Turn right onto Sego Lily Drive
1.1 mi · 2 min · Sego Lily Drive
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Turn left onto 700 East
2708 ft · 1 min · 700 East
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Turn right onto 9400 South
3084 ft · 1 min · 9400 South
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Continue on 9400 South
2260 ft · 50 sec · 9400 South
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Turn left onto 1300 East
767 ft · 21 sec · 1300 East
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Turn right onto Silvercrest Drive
157 m · 20 sec · Silvercrest Drive
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Turn right onto Sandy Hills Drive
148 m · 17 sec · Sandy Hills Drive
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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.
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
48.3 mi · 00h 51m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
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.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Vineyard.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Santaquin and Sandy Hills. Straight-line distance: 41.98 mi (67.56 km).
#1 Santaquin
City in Utah County, Utah, United States
| Population | 13,507 |
| Coordinates | 39.9755100, -111.7852100 |
| Altitude | 1519 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sandy Hills
A census-designated place in Salt Lake County, Utah.
| Population | 89,575 |
| Coordinates | 40.5810600, -111.8507700 |
| Altitude | 1452 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sandy Hills Drive (-111.850649, 40.581382)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 86 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| 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.
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