Rest Area
0 mi from route
Trip from Ely, NV to Fallon, NV
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 57m
Distance
257.4 mi
414 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 44m
★
6 AM
4h 57m
8 AM
5h 24m
10 AM
5h 7m
12 PM
5h 4m
3 PM
5h 8m
5 PM
5h 23m
8 PM
4h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ely, NV
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Fallon, NV
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Ely to Fallon spans 257.4 miles across the Mountain West, a journey that typically takes about 4 hours and 57 minutes of driving time. Because this route is manageable within a single day, you can easily complete it without needing an overnight stop. You will primarily navigate via the Lincoln Highway, Austin Highway, and South Main Street as you cross the Nevada landscape. With an estimated fuel cost of $51, it is a straightforward trip for those comfortable with a full day of driving. Whether you are heading west for business or exploration, this route offers a direct connection between these two regional hubs. Planning for a single day of travel is the most efficient way to handle this distance.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
128.7 miles from Ely, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 32m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Highway | 167.9 mi | 3h 12m |
| Austin Highway | 85.4 mi | 1h 33m |
| South Main Street | 2 mi | 4m |
| East Williams Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Aultman Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Campton Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Maine Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Lincoln Highway
— 167.9 mi, about 3h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ely, NV and Fallon, NV.
1
Start on 6769
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Campton Street
2
Turn right onto 7th Street
427 ft
·
24 sec
·
7th Street
3
Turn left onto US 50
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Aultman Street
4
Continue on US 50
76 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
·
Lincoln Highway
5
Continue on US 50
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
South Main Street
6
Continue on US 50
68 mi
·
1 hr 18 min
·
Lincoln Highway
7
Continue on US 50
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
8
Continue on US 50
24 mi
·
26 min
·
Lincoln Highway
9
Continue on US 50
75 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
Austin Highway
10
Continue on US 50
9.9 mi
·
12 min
·
Austin Highway
11
Continue on US 50
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Williams Avenue
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto South Maine Street
507 ft
·
10 sec
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South Maine Street
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
South Maine Street
Trip Plan
Since you have one planned stop along the way, use that break strategically to stretch and refuel given the $51 cost estimate. Aim to depart early in the morning to account for the long 167.9-mile stretch, which occupies the bulk of your time behind the wheel. Because this is a turn-heavy drive, monitor your speed carefully in the local sections rather than pushing for a faster arrival time. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during that lengthy middle segment, as services may be spaced out. Taking advantage of the flexibility of a one-day trip allows you to set your own pace, but ensure you arrive in Fallon well before fatigue sets in.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 128.7 miles from Ely, NV, or about 2h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 167.9 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 57 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 128.7 miles or 2h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fallon, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ely, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ely, NV
This is one driving day of about 257.4 miles and 4h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Ely, NV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Lincoln Highway for about 167.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
129 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 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 128.7 miles from Ely, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Lincoln Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 167.9 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.
Rest Area
0 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.1 mi from route
Churchill County Museum
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.6 mi from route
~1 min detour
Fallon, Nevada
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+17754233677
Visit websiteNevada Northern Railway Museum
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
1.3 mi from route
~3 min detour
Ely, Nevada
Hours: 8 am–5 pm
+17752892085
Visit websiteBonanza Casino
3.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Fallon, Nevada
Hours: Open 24 hours
+17754236031
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 257.3 — 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
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~0m in
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7th Street
Turn right onto 7th Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 50 / Aultman Street
Turn left onto US 50 / Aultman Street
Navigation decision point
5
257.3 mi into trip
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~4h 57m in
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South Maine Street
Turn left onto South Maine Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$51.28 one way
$102.55 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
90 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $54.27 | $108.53 |
| premium | $5.59 | $56.66 | $113.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $56.83 | $113.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 90.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 77.2 | 0 | $27.03 | $12.36 |
| Efficient EV | 64.4 | 0 | $22.52 | $10.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 103 | 1 | $36.04 | $16.47 |
Gas CO2
90 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Ely, NV
Late night in Ely on Tuesday
Local time
1:45 AM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fallon, NV
Late night in Fallon on Tuesday
Local time
1:45 AM
PDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
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
16 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 57m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway-share segments. You will spend most of your focus on the road as it winds through the interior, with the longest uninterrupted stretch reaching 167.9 miles on the Lincoln Highway. Because the profile is technical, you should remain alert to the changing road geometry throughout the nearly five-hour duration. The drive lacks the cruise-control ease of a major expressway, demanding more active attention from the driver. Prepare for a consistent, hands-on experience that shifts from the regional character of Ely toward the destination of Fallon.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 167.9 mi on Lincoln Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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 7th Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 57m drive. You will face about 3 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 50 / Aultman Street): Navigation decision point; at 257.3 miles (South Maine Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 57m. Total distance: 257.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 167.9 miles on Lincoln Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 3 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 (7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 50 / Aultman Street): Navigation decision point; at 257.3 miles (South Maine Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 5.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Fallon, NV, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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