Vernal travel guide

Vernal Tourism | Vernal Guide

You're Going to Love Vernal

With a population of 9 089, Vernal is a must-see destination in Utah, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Vernal to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Vernal

Vernal in December
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel
Vernal in December
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Vernal in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °F, with an average temperature of 17.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 0.8″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Vernal, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Vernal

Plane

When flying to Vernal, you’ll arrive at Vernal Regional (VEL), which is located 2 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Vernal departs from Ontario and takes around 12h 11m.

Car

Another option to get to Vernal is to pick up a car rental from Salt Lake City, which is about 201 km from Vernal. You’ll find branches of Fox and NU Car, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Bus

Vernal’s bus station is located 2.1 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Vernal, you’ll arrive at Vernal Regional (VEL), which is located 2 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Vernal departs from Ontario and takes around 12h 11m.

Car

Another option to get to Vernal is to pick up a car rental from Salt Lake City, which is about 201 km from Vernal. You’ll find branches of Fox and NU Car, among others, in Salt Lake City.

Bus

Vernal’s bus station is located 2.1 km from the city center.

Airlines serving Vernal

United Airlines
Good (4,931 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (771 reviews)
Contour
Good (17 reviews)

Where to stay in popular areas of Vernal

Most booked hotels in Vernal

Dinosaur Inn & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1211 reviews)
$167+
Microtel by Wyndham Vernal / Naples
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 547 reviews)
$114+
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Vernal
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 135 reviews)
$163+
Comfort Inn and Suites Vernal - National Monument Area
2 stars
Good (7.3, 275 reviews)
$106+
Quality Inn Vernal near Dinosaur National Monument
2 stars
Good (7.2, 351 reviews)
$96+
Days Inn by Wyndham Vernal
2 stars
Good (6.4, 177 reviews)
$99+

Renting a car in Vernal

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Vernal (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Vernal (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.