How far is Washington, UT from Sandy, UT?
The driving distance from Washington, UT to Sandy, UT is about 286.6 miles (461.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 254.6 miles (409.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 57m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Millard County, Utah, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Washington and Sandy.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Washington and Sandy.
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Start on the route
6 m · 4 sec
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Turn right
15 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto North 100 East
32 m · 9 sec · North 100 East
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Turn right onto East Telegraph Street
151 m · 16 sec · East Telegraph Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
2836 ft · 1 min · North Main Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 15
1972 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
283.2 mi · 4 hr 38 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 209: 9000 South
1639 ft · 40 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on SR 209: Snowbird, Alta, Sandy
101 m · 10 sec
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Turn right onto 9000 South
2373 ft · 55 sec · 9000 South
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Turn left onto State Street
1417 ft · 32 sec · State Street
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Turn right onto 8800 South
1885 ft · 1 min · 8800 South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 8800 South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Washington and Sandy.
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
283 mi · 04h 38m
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 Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sandy.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Washington to Sandy?
The road trip is about 286.6 miles (461.2 km) and usually takes 03h 57m 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?
Kanosh is a useful midpoint, sitting about 142.9 miles from Washington and 143.6 miles from Sandy.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 254.6 miles (409.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 32 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 9:06 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.36 one way or $78.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 89.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Washington and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sandy.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Washington and Sandy. Straight-line distance: 254.59 mi (409.72 km).
#1 Washington
City in Washington County, Kansas
| Population | 31,939 |
| Coordinates | 37.1305400, -113.5082900 |
| Altitude | 851 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sandy
A city in Salt Lake County, Utah.
| Population | 94,871 |
| Coordinates | 40.5916100, -111.8841000 |
| Altitude | 1361 |
| Country | United States |
End: 8800 South (-111.8841, 40.591674)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 461 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 34m |
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 | $3.89 | $39.36 | $78.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $42.78 | $85.55 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $45.99 | $91.98 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $54.72 | $109.43 |
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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