Enterprise, NV to Silver Springs, NV is 396.9 miles and takes about 7 hours 48 minutes via Veterans Memorial Highway and US 95 ALT, with a fuel budget near $79 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Nevada's Mountain West region, traversing varied terrain that feels mostly like surface roads. With only two planned stops and a single day recommended, it's a straightforward route for those looking to cover ground efficiently. Consider this trip if you prefer a direct path with minimal highway time and a clear budget.
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
198.5 miles from Enterprise, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 49m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
208.9 mi
3h 52m
Pahrump Valley Highway
69.3 mi
1h 19m
US 95 ALT
53.8 mi
1h 4m
Silver Peak Road
45.6 mi
57m
Blue Diamond Road
6.9 mi
9m
West Main Street
6.2 mi
8m
US 95 Truck
1.4 mi
2m
Front Street
1.2 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 208.9 mi, about 3h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enterprise, NV and Silver Springs, NV.
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Start on Ruby Moon Drive
95 ft·6 sec·Ruby Moon Drive
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Turn right onto Tangled Vines Avenue
496 ft·24 sec·Tangled Vines Avenue
3
Turn right onto Inspiration Drive
0.2 mi·41 sec·Inspiration Drive
4
At end of road, turn right onto NV 160
6.9 mi·9 min·Blue Diamond Road
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Continue on NV 160
69 mi·1 hr 19 min·Pahrump Valley Highway
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At end of road, turn left onto US 95
46 mi·50 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on US 95
0.2 mi·46 sec·South 2nd Street
8
Turn right onto US 95
6.2 mi·8 min·West Main Street
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Continue on US 95
60 mi·1 hr 4 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
10
Continue on US 95
0.4 mi·1 min·South Sundog Avenue
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Continue on US 95
0.5 mi·1 min·East Crook Avenue
12
Continue on US 95
4.4 mi·5 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
13
Turn left onto 3457
25 mi·35 min·Silver Peak Road
14
Turn right onto Cinnabar Way
0.1 mi·28 sec·Cinnabar Way
15
Turn slight right onto Silver Peak Road
21 mi·22 min·Silver Peak Road
16
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 95
35 mi·37 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
17
Continue on US 95
1.2 mi·3 min·Front Street
18
Continue on US 95
7.8 mi·8 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
19
Continue on US 95
0.9 mi·2 min·Plymire Street
20
Continue on US 95
23 mi·25 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
21
Take the exit onto US 95 Truck
1.3 mi·2 min·US 95 Truck
22
Take the exit onto US 95 Truck
324 ft·12 sec·US 95 Truck
23
Merge onto US 95
33 mi·39 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
24
Turn left onto US 95 ALT
23 mi·25 min·US 95 ALT
25
Turn right onto US 95 ALT
1.0 mi·2 min·Goldfield Avenue
26
Turn right onto US 95 ALT
30 mi·38 min·US 95 ALT
27
Turn right onto Donner Trail
79 ft·8 sec·Donner Trail
28
Turn left
317 ft·13 sec
29
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7-hour, 48-minute drive, aim for an early morning departure from Enterprise, NV. This allows ample time to reach Silver Springs, NV, with two stops factored in for breaks or fuel. The longest stretch without a major road change is over 200 miles, so plan your refueling accordingly, especially considering the $79 fuel estimate. Since it's a single-day trip, you have flexibility, but don't underestimate the time spent on surface roads, which can sometimes extend travel beyond initial estimates. Keep an eye on your fuel levels as services can be spread out on 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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 198.5 miles from Enterprise, NV, or about 3h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 208.9 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 87 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 198.5 miles or 3h 49m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Silver Springs, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Enterprise, 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 Enterprise, NV
This is one driving day of about 396.9 miles and 7h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 87 miles from Enterprise, 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 Veterans Memorial Highway for about 208.9 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 396.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Tangled Vines Avenue
Turn right onto Tangled Vines Avenue
Navigation decision point
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Inspiration Drive
Turn right onto Inspiration Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|NV 160 / Blue Diamond Road
At end of road, turn right onto NV 160 / Blue Diamond Road
Navigation decision point
5
76.5 mi into trip|~1h 30m in|US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Navigation decision point
5
396.9 mi into trip|~7h 48m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$79.07 one way
$158.13 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg139 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$83.68
$167.35
premium
$5.59
$87.36
$174.73
diesel
$5.61
$87.63
$175.26
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$79
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$104–$129
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 138.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
20 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
The Arroyo Market Square - Tesla Supercharger
Las Vegas, NV
Tesla
48 DCFC
Las Vegas South Premium Outlets - Tesla Supercharger
Las Vegas, NV
Tesla
28 DCFC
Otonomus Hotel - Tesla Supercharger
Las Vegas, NV
Tesla
20 DCFC
Town Square Las Vegas - Tesla Supercharger
Las Vegas, NV
Tesla
10 DCFC
Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV
SHELL_RECHARGE
8 DCFC
Tropicana Beltway Burger King - Tesla Supercharger
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $42 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
119.1
1
$41.67
$19.05
Efficient EV
99.2
1
$34.73
$15.88
EV Truck/SUV
158.8
1
$55.57
$25.40
Gas CO2
139 kg
EV CO2
46 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 15, 2026
Origin
Enterprise, NV
Late night
in Enterprise on Sunday
Local time
12:49 AM
PDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Silver Springs, NV
Late night
in Silver Springs on Sunday
Local time
12:49 AM
PDT
Current temp
38°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
38 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
7h 48m 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...
26 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
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?
This route involves 14% highway driving, meaning you'll spend most of your time on surface roads. You'll encounter a long stretch of 208.9 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway before transitioning. Expect a more rural cruising experience as you cover the majority of the 396.9 miles on non-highway routes. The transition from highway to surface roads will likely be noticeable as you leave the limited-access sections.
Only 14% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 208.9 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 early in the drive near Tangled Vines 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 7h 48m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 16 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Tangled Vines Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Inspiration Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (NV 160 / Blue Diamond Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 48m. Total distance: 396.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 48m 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 208.9 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Silver Springs, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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: near the start (Tangled Vines Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Inspiration Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (NV 160 / Blue Diamond Road): Navigation decision point.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.8 hours each way, a round trip means 15.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Silver Springs, NV before the return drive.
