Getting Around West Jordan
West Jordan is a large suburb of Salt Lake City, spread across the southwest end of the Salt Lake Valley between the Jordan River and the eastern foothills of the Oquirrh Mountains. Because it is a sprawling, car-oriented city, the practical reality for most visitors is that some form of vehicle — your own, a taxi, or a ride-hailing car — will do most of the work. That said, the city is served by a light rail line and a bus network operated by the Utah Transit Authority (UTA), so it is possible to reach West Jordan and move between its main districts without driving.
Light Rail: TRAX
The backbone of public transit into West Jordan is the TRAX light rail system, run by UTA. The Red Line connects downtown Salt Lake City with West Jordan, running from Courthouse Station in Salt Lake City to West Jordan City Center Station. The trip takes roughly half an hour, and trains run throughout the day at frequent intervals, including daily service. This is the simplest car-free way to get from Salt Lake City to the heart of West Jordan.
- Where it connects: Courthouse Station in downtown Salt Lake City to West Jordan City Center Station.
- Frequency: Roughly every 20 minutes, daily.
- Journey time: About 30 minutes.
- Fares: Standard UTA adult fares apply; buy tickets or passes through UTA.
Buses
UTA also operates local bus routes serving West Jordan. One useful example is Route 217, which runs along Redwood Road — a major north–south artery through the eastern part of the city — connecting the Salt Lake City area with West Jordan. Buses on this route run about every 20 minutes daily, with a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
- Route 217 (Redwood Road): connects Redwood Rd / 700 S with Redwood Rd / Sunrise Pl, running daily at roughly 20-minute intervals.
- Fares: Standard UTA fares apply; tickets and passes are available through UTA.
- Operator: Utah Transit Authority (UTA) — rideuta.com, +1 801-743-3882.
Because West Jordan is large and its attractions are spread out, buses are best thought of as feeders to the rail line and to specific destinations rather than as a complete way to see the city.
Taxis and Ride-Hailing
Taxis are available in the area; Yellow Cab Utah (+1 801-521-2100) is one option. A taxi from Salt Lake City to West Jordan takes roughly 17 minutes, with fares in the region of £26–31. Ride-hailing apps are widely used across the Salt Lake Valley and are a convenient choice for reaching destinations that are not close to a rail station or bus stop — which, given the city's layout, includes many of the shopping and residential districts.
Walkability
West Jordan is not a walkable city in the European or dense-urban sense. It covers a large area of land, and its major destinations — shopping centers, the hospital, the college campus, and government buildings — are separated by wide roads and open space. Walking is realistic within individual districts, such as around a shopping center or a single campus, but not as a way to travel between them. Visitors without a car should plan to combine walking with the rail line, buses, or ride-hailing.
Getting from the Airport into West Jordan
Salt Lake City International Airport is the main gateway for the region. The most practical car-free approach is to use UTA services from the airport into downtown Salt Lake City and then transfer to the TRAX Red Line toward West Jordan City Center Station. By car or taxi, the drive from Salt Lake City to West Jordan is short — roughly 17 minutes and about 13 miles by road — so a taxi or ride-hailing car from the airport is a straightforward option, especially if you are carrying luggage or heading to a destination away from the rail line.
- By public transit: Take UTA service from the airport into downtown Salt Lake City, then transfer to the TRAX Red Line to West Jordan City Center Station.
- By taxi or ride-hailing: A direct drive of roughly 17 minutes and about 13 miles from Salt Lake City; convenient with luggage.
- By car: The city is reached from Interstate 15 to the east and Interstate 215 to the northeast, with Bangerter Highway running through the center of the city.
Practical Tips
- UTA is the single transit operator for the region — check rideuta.com or call +1 801-743-3882 for schedules, tickets, and passes.
- Buy your fare before boarding; UTA tickets and passes cover both the TRAX light rail and local buses.
- If your destination is not near West Jordan City Center Station or a Redwood Road bus stop, plan on a taxi or ride-hailing car for the final leg.
- Allow extra time: the city is spread out, and transfers between modes add to journey times.