How far is Saratoga Springs, UT from Salt Lake City, UT?

Fastest route

The distance between Saratoga Springs, Utah and Salt Lake City, Utah is approximately 34.4 miles (55.4 kilometers). The fastest route to reach Salt Lake City from Saratoga Springs is via I-15 N, and it will take around 44 minutes.

Directions

  1. Start by heading southeast on S Range Rd toward E 1800 S/E Seven Iron Ct.
  2. Turn left onto Centennial Blvd.
  3. Take a right onto UT-68 N/Redwood Rd/Westlake Rd, and continue straight to stay on UT-68 N/Redwood Rd.
  4. Merge onto UT-145 E/Pioneer Crossing by continuing straight.
  5. Turn left onto N 9550 W/Saratoga Rd and continue onto Saratoga Rd.
  6. Continue onto Triumph Blvd.
  7. Merge onto I-15 N via the left ramp to Salt Lake City.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic congestion.
  • ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
  • 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to stay on the correct route.
  • 🍽️ Consider packing snacks and drinks for the road.
  • 🚧 Stay updated on current traffic conditions to anticipate any delays.
  • 🕒 Leave with some extra time in case of unexpected delays or detours.
  • 🚫 Observe and obey all traffic laws and speed limits for a safe journey.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
35.04 mi
00h 43m
Flight
28.45 mi
45.79 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
28.45 mi
Kilometers
45.79 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
35.04 mi
Kilometers
56.39 km
Drive Time
00h 43m

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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 43m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Salt Lake City
Sat, Apr 18, 4:14 PM MDT
Return by in Saratoga Springs
Sat, Apr 18, 4:58 PM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Saratoga Springs
2026-04-18T15:31
Arrive Salt Lake City
Sat, Apr 18, 4:14 PM MDT
Route Timing
00h 43m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:43 AM to 7:43 PM MDT

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

Leave by
7:04 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Saratoga Springs
10:00 PM MDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
South Jordan
UT

The third most populous city in Salt Lake County, Utah.

From Saratoga Springs
15.7 mi
00h 21m
To Salt Lake City
19.3 mi
00h 21m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
56°F
Saturday

Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
2 to 7 mph SE
Destination
58°F
Saturday

Patchy Frost then Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
6 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Saratoga Springs and Salt Lake City.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Saratoga Springs and Salt Lake City.

  1. 1

    Start on East Bayside Drive

    75 m · 13 sec · East Bayside Drive

  2. 2

    Turn right onto South Bayside Drive

    47 m · 10 sec · South Bayside Drive

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn right onto South Saratoga Drive

    903 ft · 40 sec · South Saratoga Drive

  4. 4

    Continue on South Saratoga Road

    1.1 km · 2 min · South Saratoga Road

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn right onto East Pony Express Parkway

    1.4 km · 2 min · East Pony Express Parkway

  6. 6

    Turn left onto North Saratoga Road

    1.3 km · 2 min · North Saratoga Road

  7. 7

    Continue on 2300 West

    2.5 mi · 5 min · 2300 West

  8. 8

    Continue on Triumph Boulevard

    1.5 km · 2 min · Triumph Boulevard

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Digital Drive

    724 ft · 18 sec · Digital Drive

  10. 10

    Take the ramp slight left toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City

    2190 ft · 55 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

    23.3 mi · 25 min · Veterans Memorial Highway

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward 600 South

    1957 ft · 26 sec

  13. 13

    Continue on SR 269: 600 South

    1.2 km · 2 min

  14. 14

    Turn left onto West Temple

    1557 ft · 50 sec · West Temple

  15. 15

    Turn right onto 400 South

    822 ft · 31 sec · 400 South

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Main Street

    24 m · 3 sec · Main Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Saratoga Springs and Salt Lake City.

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
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
48.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Veterans Memorial Highway
23.3 mi · 67%
2300 West
2.47 mi · 7%
Triumph Boulevard
0.92 mi · 3%
East Pony Express Parkway
0.89 mi · 3%
North Saratoga Road
0.83 mi · 2%
SR 269
0.72 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Veterans Memorial Highway

Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

23.3 mi · 00h 25m

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 43m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 26m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.5 mi
28.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
South Jordan
00h 21m from Saratoga Springs
Leave By
7:04 PM MDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Saratoga Springs and Patchy Frost then Sunny near Salt Lake City.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Saratoga Springs to Salt Lake City?

The road trip is about 35 miles (56.4 km) and usually takes 00h 43m 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?

South Jordan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.7 miles from Saratoga Springs and 19.3 miles from Salt Lake City.

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

The direct path is about 28.5 miles (45.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:04 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.83 one way or $9.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Saratoga Springs and Patchy Frost then Sunny near Salt Lake City.

Stop Ideas Near South Jordan

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

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

RAIL

Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub

22 mi away
340 South 600 West
BUS

Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub

22 mi away
300 South 600 West
RAIL

Provo

44 mi away
300 West 600 South
BUS

Ogden, Utah

73 mi away
2393 Wall Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Saratoga Springs and Salt Lake City. Straight-line distance: 28.45 mi (45.79 km).

Saratoga Springs

#1 Saratoga Springs

City in Utah County, Utah, United States

Population35,501
Coordinates40.3491200, -111.9046600
Altitude1373
CountryUnited States
Salt Lake City

#2 Salt Lake City

The capital of Utah.

Population200,567
Coordinates40.7607800, -111.8910500
Altitude1299
CountryUnited States
Start: East Bayside Drive (-111.905212, 40.348856)
End: Main Street (-111.890996, 40.760782)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 56 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 10m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 52m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 42m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 35m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 30m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 26m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.24 gal
4.68 L · about $4.83
Round trip
$9.65
2.48 gal · 9.36 L
Estimated CO2
11 kg one way
Round trip: 22 kg / 49 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $4.83 $9.65
Mid-grade $4.23 $5.25 $10.49
Premium $4.55 $5.64 $11.28
Diesel $5.41 $6.71 $13.42

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 · Apr 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Saratoga Springs and Salt Lake City. The current time is 15:31:27.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.