How far is Whiterocks, UT from Independence, UT?
The driving distance from Whiterocks, UT to Independence, UT is about 20.2 miles (32.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.2 miles (24.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Uintah County, Utah, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Whiterocks and Independence.
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Start on 11500 North
8 m · 2 sec · 11500 North
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Turn right onto White Rocks Highway
8.8 mi · 17 min · White Rocks Highway
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Continue on 3000 North
1.4 km · 1 min · 3000 North
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Continue on White Rocks Highway
3.1 mi · 6 min · White Rocks Highway
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 200 North
4.3 mi · 5 min · 200 North
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Turn left onto 1500 East
3.7 mi · 9 min · 1500 East
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Turn slight left onto 3250 South
2 mi · 8 min · 3250 South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3250 South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Whiterocks and Independence.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
White Rocks Highway
Turn right onto White Rocks Highway
8.83 mi · 00h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Partly Cloudy leaving Whiterocks and Mostly Clear near Independence.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Whiterocks to Independence?
The road trip is about 20.2 miles (32.5 km) and usually takes 00h 32m 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?
Ballard is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.4 miles from Whiterocks and 8.8 miles from Independence.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.2 miles (24.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 7:26 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.76 one way or $5.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Whiterocks and Mostly Clear near Independence.
Stop Ideas Near Ballard
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 Ballard.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Whiterocks and Independence. Straight-line distance: 15.2 mi (24.46 km).
#1 Whiterocks
Whiterocks is a place in Utah, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.4680100, -109.9307100 |
| Altitude | 1839 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Independence
Town in Wasatch County, Utah, United States
| Population | 195 |
| Coordinates | 40.2480200, -109.9351500 |
| Altitude | 1510 |
| Country | United States |
End: 3250 South (-109.935151, 40.247941)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 33 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
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 | $2.76 | $5.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $3.00 | $6.01 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $3.23 | $6.46 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $3.84 | $7.69 |
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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