How far is Washington, UT from Salt Lake City, UT?
The driving distance from Washington, UT to Salt Lake City, UT is about 298.6 miles (480.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 265.4 miles (427.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 07m.
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Washington and Salt Lake City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Washington and Salt Lake City.
-
1
Start on the route
6 m · 4 sec
-
2
Turn right
15 m · 6 sec
-
3
Turn right onto North 100 East
32 m · 9 sec · North 100 East
-
4
Turn right onto East Telegraph Street
151 m · 16 sec · East Telegraph Street
-
5
Turn right onto North Main Street
2836 ft · 1 min · North Main Street
-
6
Take the ramp right toward I 15
1972 ft · 48 sec
-
7
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
295.2 mi · 4 hr 51 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward 600 South
1957 ft · 26 sec
-
9
Continue on SR 269: 600 South
1.2 km · 2 min
-
10
Turn left onto West Temple
1557 ft · 50 sec · West Temple
-
11
Turn right onto 400 South
822 ft · 31 sec · 400 South
-
12
Turn left onto Main Street
24 m · 3 sec · Main Street
-
13
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Washington and Salt Lake City.
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
295 mi · 04h 51m
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.
Sunny leaving Washington and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Salt Lake City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Washington to Salt Lake City?
The road trip is about 298.6 miles (480.6 km) and usually takes 04h 07m 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?
Meadow is a useful midpoint, sitting about 148.9 miles from Washington and 149.7 miles from Salt Lake City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 265.4 miles (427.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.2 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 8:44 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.03 one way or $82.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 93.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Washington and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Salt Lake City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Washington and Salt Lake City. Straight-line distance: 265.44 mi (427.18 km).
#1 Washington
City in Washington County, Kansas
| Population | 31,939 |
| Coordinates | 37.1305400, -113.5082900 |
| Altitude | 851 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Salt Lake City
The capital of Utah.
| Population | 200,567 |
| Coordinates | 40.7607800, -111.8910500 |
| Altitude | 1299 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-111.890996, 40.760782)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 481 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 43m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $41.03 | $82.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $44.59 | $89.19 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $47.95 | $95.89 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $57.04 | $114.08 |
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 · May 30, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.