How far is South Jordan, UT from Daniel, UT?

The driving distance from South Jordan, UT to Daniel, UT is about 48.2 miles (77.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 27.8 miles (44.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
48.17 mi
00h 59m
Flight
27.78 mi
44.71 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
27.78 mi
Kilometers
44.71 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
48.17 mi
Kilometers
77.52 km
Drive Time
00h 59m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Daniel
Thu, Apr 23, 3:51 AM MDT
Return by in South Jordan
Thu, Apr 23, 4:51 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave South Jordan
2026-04-23T02:52
Arrive Daniel
Thu, Apr 23, 3:51 AM MDT
Route Timing
00h 59m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:59 AM to 10:59 AM MDT

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

Leave by
4:32 PM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in South Jordan
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
Orem
UT

The second most populous city in Utah County, Utah.

From South Jordan
24 mi
00h 29m
To Daniel
24.1 mi
00h 29m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
58°F
Thursday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
3 to 9 mph NW
Destination
49°F
Thursday

Chance Rain And Snow Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MDT
Wind
3 to 9 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between South Jordan and Daniel.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between South Jordan and Daniel.

  1. 1

    Start on 10400 South

    608 ft · 14 sec · 10400 South

  2. 2

    Continue on South Jordan Parkway

    2395 ft · 47 sec · South Jordan Parkway

  3. 3

    Continue on 10515 South

    1132 ft · 23 sec · 10515 South

  4. 4

    Continue on 10600 South

    1.3 km · 1 min · 10600 South

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 15 South: Las Vegas

    1713 ft · 44 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

    21.3 mi · 23 min · Veterans Memorial Highway

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 52: 800 North

    1089 ft · 27 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on SR 52 East: Provo Canyon, Sundance

    781 ft · 21 sec

  9. 9

    Continue on Canyon Parkway

    3.6 mi · 6 min · Canyon Parkway

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on US 189: Heber City, Midway

    2167 ft · 60 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto Provo Canyon Road

    17.1 mi · 19 min · Provo Canyon Road

  12. 12

    Continue straight

    1.6 mi · 2 min

  13. 13

    Turn right onto West 3000 South

    1.7 mi · 3 min · West 3000 South

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West 3000 South

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between South Jordan and Daniel.

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
14 steps
1 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
29 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Veterans Memorial Highway
21.3 mi · 44%
Provo Canyon Road
18.7 mi · 39%
Canyon Parkway
3.65 mi · 8%
West 3000 South
1.74 mi · 4%
10600 South
0.82 mi · 2%
South Jordan Parkway
0.45 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Veterans Memorial Highway

Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway

21.3 mi · 00h 23m

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 59m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 58m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+20.4 mi
27.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Orem
00h 29m from South Jordan
Leave By
4:32 PM MDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Rain Showers leaving South Jordan and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Daniel.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from South Jordan to Daniel?

The road trip is about 48.2 miles (77.5 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?

Orem is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24 miles from South Jordan and 24.1 miles from Daniel.

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

The direct path is about 27.8 miles (44.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.4 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 4:32 PM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.62 one way or $13.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around South Jordan and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Daniel.

Stop Ideas Near Orem

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

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

RAIL

Provo

8 mi away
300 West 600 South
RAIL

Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub

55 mi away
340 South 600 West
BUS

Salt Lake City Intermodal Hub

55 mi away
300 South 600 West
RAIL

Helper

99 mi away
1 Depot Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between South Jordan and Daniel. Straight-line distance: 27.78 mi (44.71 km).

South Jordan

#1 South Jordan

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

Population78,503
Coordinates40.5621700, -111.9296600
Altitude1353
CountryUnited States
Daniel

#2 Daniel

Town in Wasatch County, Utah, United States

Population1,075
Coordinates40.4707900, -111.4146300
Altitude1742
CountryUnited States
Start: South Jordan (-111.92966, 40.56217)
End: Daniel (-111.41463, 40.47079)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 78 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 36m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 12m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 57m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 48m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 41m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 36m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.7 gal
6.43 L · about $6.62
Round trip
$13.24
3.4 gal · 12.86 L
Estimated CO2
15.1 kg one way
Round trip: 30.2 kg / 67 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.89 $6.62 $13.24
Mid-grade $4.23 $7.19 $14.39
Premium $4.55 $7.73 $15.47
Diesel $5.41 $9.20 $18.40

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between South Jordan and Daniel. The current time is 02:52:50.

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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.