Day trip from West Jordan to Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City lies 17 km (11 mi) north of West Jordan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 17 km (11 mi) apart, Salt Lake City is a realistic day trip from West Jordan: about 17 min each way by road.
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| West Jordan | Salt Lake City | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 111,946 | 215,548 |
| Elevation | 1,338 m (4,390 ft) | 1,311 m (4,301 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-6 (America/Denver) | UTC-6 (America/Denver) |
| Postal codes | 84081–84088 | 84101–84199 |
What to see in Salt Lake City
| Sight | Visitors a year | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake County Library Services | 3,678,891 | 2016 |
| Salt Lake City Public Library system | 1,937,503 | 2017 |
The busiest is Salt Lake County Library Services at 3,678,891 visitors in 2016. At that volume, anything with a gate is worth a timed ticket or an early start.
Where to book tours and tickets in Salt Lake City
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Staying in Salt Lake City
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Common questions
How far is Salt Lake City from West Jordan?
17 km (11 mi) in a straight line, north of West Jordan; by road roughly 21 km (13 mi).
How long does it take to get from West Jordan to Salt Lake City by road?
About 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between West Jordan and Salt Lake City?
No, both are on America/Denver at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.