Rest Area
0 mi from route
Trip from Elko, NV to Sunrise Manor, NV
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 59m
Distance
425.6 mi
685 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$75
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 51m
★
6 AM
8h 0m
8 AM
8h 17m
10 AM
8h 6m
12 PM
8h 4m
3 PM
8h 7m
5 PM
8h 16m
8 PM
7h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elko, NV
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Sunrise Manor, NV
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Trip Overview
Elko to Sunrise Manor is 425.6 miles and takes about 7h 59m via Great Basin Highway, with a fuel budget near $85 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Nevada, traversing the Mountain West region. You'll spend most of your time on surface roads after an initial stretch on highways. Given the duration and the ~426-mile distance, it's a manageable same-day drive, but plan for a full day behind the wheel. Consider if you prefer a more direct route or if the surface road profile suits your travel style.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
212.8 miles from Elko, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 57m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Great Basin Highway | 218.8 mi | 4h 4m |
| Sunnyside Road | 109.4 mi | 2h 4m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 47.7 mi | 44m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 23.5 mi | 26m |
| Las Vegas Freeway | 13.4 mi | 13m |
| North Lamb Boulevard | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| North 4th Street | 1.6 mi | 4m |
| East Idaho Street | 1.6 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Great Basin Highway
— 218.8 mi, about 4h 4m
Traffic on I-15
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 4 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~1,224 veh/hr typical · worst 1,587
Quietest
1 AM
~169 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 16 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elko, NV and Sunrise Manor, NV.
1
Start on NV 227
62 ft
·
6 sec
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5th Street
2
Turn right onto I 80 BUS
1.6 mi
·
4 min
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East Idaho Street
3
Turn left onto I 80 BUS
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East Jennings Way
4
Take the ramp onto I 80 BUS
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 80 BUS
Toward I 80 East: Salt Lake City
5
Merge onto I 80
48 mi
·
44 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 352
Toward US 93: East Wells
7
Turn right onto US 93
78 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
Great Basin Highway
8
At end of road, turn right onto US 93
46 mi
·
49 min
·
Great Basin Highway
9
Continue on US 93
1.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North 4th Street
10
Continue on US 93
9.6 mi
·
15 min
·
Great Basin Highway
11
Continue on US 93
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Aultman Street
12
Turn left onto US 50; US 93
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Great Basin Boulevard
13
Turn right onto US 6
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Boulevard
14
Continue on US 6
24 mi
·
26 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
15
Turn left onto NV 318
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Sunnyside Road
16
Continue on NV 318
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
17
Continue on NV 318
99 mi
·
1 hr 52 min
·
Sunnyside Road
18
Turn right onto US 93
85 mi
·
1 hr 34 min
·
Great Basin Highway
19
Take the exit onto US 93
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
US 93
Toward I 15 South, US 93 South: Las Vegas
20
Merge onto I 15; US 93
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Las Vegas Freeway
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 50
Toward Lamb Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 50
Toward Lamb Boulevard South
Use the left lane.
23
Continue on NV 610
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
North Lamb Boulevard
Use the left lane.
24
Turn left onto Alto Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Alto Avenue
25
Turn left
90 ft
·
11 sec
26
Turn left
126 ft
·
9 sec
27
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Aim to depart Elko early to maximize daylight, especially since this 7h 59m drive is planned for a single day. With two recommended stops, you can break up the 425.6 miles effectively, ensuring you have opportunities to stretch and refuel. The longest stretch without a major highway is 218.8 miles on the Great Basin Highway, so keep an eye on your fuel gauge during that segment. Given the mostly surface road profile, be mindful of posted speed limits and potential local traffic, particularly as you get closer to Sunrise Manor.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 212.8 miles from Elko, NV, or about 3h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 218.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 94 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 212.8 miles or 3h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sunrise Manor, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Elko, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Elko, NV
This is one driving day of about 425.6 miles and 7h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 94 miles from Elko, NV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Great Basin Highway for about 218.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
213 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 94 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 212.8 miles from Elko, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Great Basin Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 218.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.3 mi from route
Rest Area
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
1 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 421.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 80 BUS / East Jennings Way
Turn left onto I 80 BUS / East Jennings Way
Navigation decision point
5
49.7 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward US 93: East Wells
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 352
Toward US 93: East Wells
5
407.6 mi into trip
|
~7h 37m in
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US 93
Take the exit onto US 93 toward I 15 South, US 93 South: Las Vegas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 15 South, US 93 South: Las Vegas
7
421.4 mi into trip
|
~7h 51m in
Take the exit toward Lamb Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 50
Toward Lamb Boulevard
9
421.7 mi into trip
|
~7h 52m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Lamb Boulevard South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Exit 50
Toward Lamb Boulevard South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$75.42 one way
$150.84 round trip
$4.50/gal
25.4 MPG avg
149 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.82 | $80.76 | $161.53 |
| premium | $5.04 | $84.48 | $168.97 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $80.36 | $160.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$75
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$100–$125
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 148.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 127.7 | 1 | $44.69 | $20.43 |
| Efficient EV | 106.4 | 1 | $37.24 | $17.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 170.2 | 2 | $59.58 | $27.24 |
Gas CO2
149 kg
EV CO2
50 kg (66% 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.
Origin
Elko, NV
Late night in Elko on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
0 mph
26% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Sunrise Manor, NV
Late night in Sunrise Manor on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
PDT
Current temp
88°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 10 to 15 mph
13% chance
Live forecast
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.
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
30 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
7h 59m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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...
18 mi from route
~46 min detour
Free
near mile 425.6
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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive involves 425.6 miles, with about 33% on major highways like the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. After the highway portion, you'll transition to surface roads for the majority of the trip. The longest continuous stretch on a single road is 218.8 miles on the Great Basin Highway. Expect a mix of highway cruising and navigating more local roads, especially as you approach your destination. The profile is mostly surface roads, so be prepared for varying speed limits and more intersections.
Only 3% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 218.8 mi on Great Basin Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near I 80 BUS / East Jennings Way.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 425.6 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (I 80 BUS / East Jennings Way): Navigation decision point; at 49.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 407.6 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
6,228 ft
1,828 ft
Total Climb
1,637 ft
Total Descent
4,876 ft
Highest Point
6,228 ft
~182.4 mi in
Elevation Range
4,400 ft
Notable High Points
6,195 ft at ~91.2 miles
+315 ft prominence
6,228 ft at ~182.4 miles
+151 ft prominence
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Cowboy Joe
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
0 mi from route
Elko
Cuisine: coffee_shop
The Cup
Cafe
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.8 mi from route
~2 min detour
Ely, NV
Hours: Tu-Sa 07:00-14:00
Starbucks
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
Elko, NV
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Fr 04:00-20:00; Sa-Su 05:00-20:00
Visit websiteTaproot
Cafe
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Beans & Brews
Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.3 mi from route
~3 min detour
Hours: Mo-Sa 05:30-21:00; Su 06:30-21:00
Cool Beans
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
1.6 mi from route
~4 min detour
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Coffee Mug
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Elko, NV
Cuisine: american
Hours: Mo-Su 06:00-21:00
Visit websiteMcAdoo’s
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0 mi from route
Hours: Mo-Su 07:00-15:00
DQ Grill & Chill
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Elko, NV
Cuisine: ice_cream;burger
Visit websiteLuciano's Bar and Restaurant
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
Cuisine: italian
La Fiesta
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
~1 min detour
Elko
Cuisine: mexican
Blue Moon Asian Cuisine & Sushi Bar
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Elko, NV
Cuisine: japanese
Hours: Mo-Su 11:00-21:30
Visit websiteEly Renaissance Village
Attraction
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Ely, NV
Sunrise Pool
Park
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.6 mi from route
~4 min detour
Robert "Bob" Price Park
Park
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.8 mi from route
~4 min detour
Tom Williams Park
Park
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Ronnow Playground
Park
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.5 mi from route
~6 min detour
Edwards Playground
Park
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.7 mi from route
~7 min detour
Chilton Centennial Tower
Memorial
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
Minoletti Shaft
Mine
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
NV
Black Spot Mine
Mine
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
NV
Farnsworth-Ely Metal Mine
Mine
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
NV
9/11 World Trade Center Monument
Memorial
Near the start, right off the route
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Ely-Centennial Tunnel
Mine
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
NV
The Star Hotel Basque dining
Hotel
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
~1 min detour
Mountain Shadows RV Park
Caravan_site
Near the start, short detour
First break
1.6 mi from route
~4 min detour
Wells, NV
Visit websiteShutters Hotel Elko
Hotel
Near the start, short detour
2.2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Visit website
Sharon Motel
Motel
Near the start, short detour
First break
2.3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Wells, NV
Visit websiteHoliday Inn Express & Suites
Hotel
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.4 mi from route
~6 min detour
Ely, NV
Visit websiteStay suites of America
Motel
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
About the Cities
Starting in Elko, NV
Full guide →Founded 1868
Elko (Shoshoni: Natakkoa) is a city in Elko county, Northern Nevada.
Top landmarks
- • Elko County Courthouse — courthouse
- • Elko Main Post Office — post office in Elko, Nevada
- • Ruby Valley Pony Express Station
Arriving in Sunrise Manor, NV
Full guide →Founded 1957
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 59m. Total distance: 425.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 59m 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 218.8 miles on Great Basin Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 12 rest areas or service plazas 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 route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Sunrise Manor, 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 12 rest areas 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 1.6 miles (I 80 BUS / East Jennings Way): Navigation decision point; at 49.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 407.6 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 8.0 hours each way, a round trip means 16.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Sunrise Manor, NV before the return drive.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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