Spanning 410.7 miles across the Nevada landscape, this journey from Dayton to Spring Valley takes approximately 8 hours and 6 minutes of driving time. Because of the duration and the technical nature of the roads, you should plan on splitting this trip over 2 days to maintain a comfortable pace. You will primarily navigate via Veterans Memorial Highway, Silver Peak Road, and US 95 ALT. Budgeting around $82 for fuel is essential for this cross-state trek. Since you are traveling entirely within the Mountain West region, you can expect a consistent environment, though the drive remains demanding due to its turn-heavy profile.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
205.3 miles from Dayton, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
262.4 mi
4h 50m
Silver Peak Road
45.6 mi
57m
US 95 ALT
26.7 mi
32m
North Main Street
23.3 mi
25m
California Emigrant Trail
17.6 mi
21m
Purple Heart Highway
11.4 mi
13m
East Main Street
6.2 mi
8m
North Rainbow Boulevard
4.5 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 262.4 mi, about 4h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton, NV and Spring Valley, NV.
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Start on Shady Lane
228 ft·10 sec·Shady Lane
2
Continue on Logan Alley
361 ft·21 sec·Logan Alley
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Turn left onto FAS 803
141 ft·10 sec·Pike Street
4
Turn right onto Second Avenue
0.1 mi·32 sec·Second Avenue
5
At end of road, turn left onto US 50
2.6 mi·4 min·Lincoln Highway
6
Continue on US 50
18 mi·21 min·California Emigrant Trail
7
Turn right onto Ramsey Weeks Cutoff
3.4 mi·5 min·Ramsey Weeks Cutoff
8
Merge onto US 95 ALT
27 mi·32 min·US 95 ALT
9
Turn left onto US 95 ALT
1.0 mi·2 min·Goldfield Avenue
10
Turn left onto US 95 ALT
23 mi·25 min·North Main Street
11
At end of road, turn right onto US 95
33 mi·39 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
12
Turn left onto US 95 Truck
1.3 mi·2 min·Freedom Road
Use the left lane.
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 95
24 mi·25 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
14
Continue on US 95
0.9 mi·2 min·Plymire Street
15
Continue on US 95
7.8 mi·8 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
16
Continue on US 95
1.2 mi·3 min·Front Street
17
Continue on US 95
35 mi·37 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
18
Turn right onto NV 265
21 mi·22 min·Silver Peak Road
19
Turn left onto Cinnabar Way
0.1 mi·27 sec·Cinnabar Way
20
Turn left onto Silver Peak Road
17 mi·23 min·Silver Peak Road
21
Continue on 3457
7.5 mi·11 min·Silver Peak Road
22
Turn right onto US 95
4.4 mi·5 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
23
Continue on US 95
0.5 mi·1 min·West Crook Avenue
24
Continue on US 95
0.4 mi·1 min·South Sundog Avenue
25
Continue on US 95
60 mi·1 hr 4 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
26
Continue on US 95
6.2 mi·8 min·East Main Street
27
Turn left onto US 95
0.2 mi·41 sec·South 2nd Street
28
Continue on US 95
99 mi·1 hr 49 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
29
Continue on I 11; US 95
11 mi·13 min·Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 81Toward Summerlin Parkway, Rainbow BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 81Toward Rainbow BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Turn straight onto NV 595
4.5 mi·7 min·North Rainbow Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
33
Turn right onto West Spring Valley Parkway North
0.1 mi·23 sec·West Spring Valley Parkway North
34
Turn left onto Verdugo Street
0.2 mi·42 sec·Verdugo Street
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Arrive at destination
Verdugo Street
Trip Plan
To manage the 410.7-mile distance effectively, plan for at least 2 dedicated stops to break up the drive. Given the turn-heavy nature of the roads, starting your day early will help you navigate the more technical segments during daylight hours. Since fuel costs for this trip hover around $82, check your tank before leaving Dayton and plan to refuel during your scheduled stops to avoid running low on remote stretches. A smart strategy is to treat this as a two-day excursion; by splitting the drive, you ensure you remain alert through the more winding portions of Silver Peak Road and US 95 ALT.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 205.3 miles from Dayton, NV, or about 4h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 262.4 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 90 miles or 1h 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 205.3 miles or 4h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 205.3 miles or 4h 6m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spring Valley, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dayton, NV so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dayton, NV
Aim for roughly 205 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Spring Valley, NV
Aim for roughly 205 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 90 miles from Dayton, NV.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 262.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 405.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Second Avenue
Turn right onto Second Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
107.7 mi into trip|~2h 13m in|US 95 Truck / Freedom Road
Turn left onto US 95 Truck / Freedom Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
109 mi into trip|~2h 16m in|US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Navigation decision point
8
405.3 mi into trip|~7h 56m in
Take the exit toward Summerlin Parkway, Rainbow Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 81
Toward Summerlin Parkway, Rainbow Boulevard
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405.5 mi into trip|~7h 56m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Rainbow Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 81
Toward Rainbow Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$81.82 one way
$163.63 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg144 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$86.59
$173.17
premium
$5.59
$90.40
$180.81
diesel
$5.61
$90.68
$181.35
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$82
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$212–$322
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 143.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
27 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Craig Marketplace - Tesla Supercharger
Las Vegas, NV
Tesla
20 DCFC
SNHD-Decatur Crossing Center - Tesla Supercharger
Las Vegas, NV
Tesla
20 DCFC
Red Rock Resort & Casino - Tesla Supercharger
Las Vegas, NV
Tesla
16 DCFC
Charleston Valley View Business Park - Tesla Supercharger
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $43 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
123.2
1
$43.12
$19.71
Efficient EV
102.7
1
$35.94
$16.43
EV Truck/SUV
164.3
2
$57.50
$26.28
Gas CO2
144 kg
EV CO2
48 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026
Origin
Dayton, NV
Late night
in Dayton on Tuesday
Local time
3:58 AM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Light Rain then Rain And Snow
SW 15 to 25 mph80% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 11 at 6:23PM PDT until April 12 at 7:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 11 at 6:23PM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Destination
Spring Valley, NV
Late night
in Spring Valley on Tuesday
Local time
3:58 AM
PDT
Current temp
54°F
Mostly Clear
SW 13 to 17 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 11 at 6:23PM PDT until April 12 at 7:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 11 at 6:23PM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
20 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
8h 6m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument
National Monument
Over the last ~570,000 years, water has transformed the Upper Las Vegas Valley. Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument is an urban park that preserves the unique story of this ever-changing enviro...
7 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 396.5
Park Closure: South Unit temporarily closed south of Grand Teton Drive; Trailheads remain open.
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a challenging experience behind the wheel, as this route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straightforward highway cruise. With only 7% of the journey consisting of major highways, you will spend most of your time navigating local roads that demand your full attention. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, covering 262.4 miles along Veterans Memorial Highway. Transitioning from the main highway onto the more technical sections requires patience and focus. The overall personality of the drive is one of steady, localized transit rather than high-speed interstate travel.
Only 7% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 262.4 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Second Avenue.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 8h 6m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 21 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Second Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 107.7 miles (US 95 Truck / Freedom Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 109 miles (US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
5,383 ft2,364 ft
Total Climb
2,494 ft
Total Descent
4,510 ft
Highest Point
5,383 ft
~222.5 mi in
Elevation Range
3,019 ft
Notable High Points
4,473 ft at ~17.1 miles+89 ft prominence
4,646 ft at ~154 miles+25 ft prominence
4,969 ft at ~188.2 miles+348 ft prominence
5,383 ft at ~222.5 miles+412 ft prominence
Who Is This Route For?
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
8h 6m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 262.4 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 205 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Spring Valley, NV before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. There are 1 rest area along the route for bathroom stops.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through NV can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Second Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 107.7 miles (US 95 Truck / Freedom Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 109 miles (US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.1 hours each way, a round trip means 16.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Spring Valley, NV before the return drive.
