Origin
Fallon, NV
Night in Fallon on Saturday
Local time
11:03 PM
PDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fallon, NV to Carson City, NV
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
62.2 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fallon, NV
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Carson City, NV
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Trip Overview
Connecting the high desert of Fallon to the state capital of Carson City, this 62.2-mile journey is a straightforward trip that takes about 1 hour and 23 minutes. You will primarily navigate via the California Emigrant Trail, the Lincoln Highway, and the Carson Highway. Because the transit is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a simple day trip, meaning there is no need to worry about overnight logistics. Budget approximately $12 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Mountain West locations. It is an honest, utilitarian drive that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary complexity.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| California Emigrant Trail | 26.7 mi | 32m |
| Lincoln Highway | 12.7 mi | 19m |
| Carson Highway | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| Reno Highway | 7.7 mi | 10m |
| West Williams Avenue | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| East William Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Stewart Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Musser Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
California Emigrant Trail
— 26.7 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fallon, NV and Carson City, NV.
1
Start on South Maine Street
499 ft
·
18 sec
·
South Maine Street
2
Turn left onto US 50; US 95
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
West Williams Avenue
3
Continue on US 50
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Reno Highway
4
Turn left onto US 50
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Carson Highway
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on US 50
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Lincoln Highway
6
Continue on US 50
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
California Emigrant Trail
7
Enter roundabout onto US 50
148 ft
·
1 sec
·
California Emigrant Trail
8
Continue on US 50
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
California Emigrant Trail
9
Enter roundabout onto US 50
127 ft
·
1 sec
·
California Emigrant Trail
10
Continue on US 50
19 mi
·
22 min
·
California Emigrant Trail
11
Continue on US 50
12 mi
·
18 min
·
Lincoln Highway
12
Continue on US 50
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
East William Street
13
Take the exit onto US 50
160 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 50
Toward I 580 South, US 395 South, US 50 West: Minden, Gardnerville, South Lake Tahoe
14
Turn right
170 ft
·
2 sec
Exit 39
Toward Downtown Carson City
15
Turn straight onto East William Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East William Street
Toward Downtown Carson City
16
Turn left onto North Stewart Street
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
North Stewart Street
17
Turn right onto East Musser Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Musser Street
18
Turn left onto US 395 BUS
284 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Carson Street
Use the left lane.
19
Arrive at destination
US 395 BUS
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.1 miles from Fallon, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 62.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 50; US 95 / West Williams Avenue
Turn left onto US 50; US 95 / West Williams Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
9.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
US 50 / Carson Highway
Turn left onto US 50 / Carson Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
60.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
US 50
Take the exit onto US 50 toward I 580 South, US 395 South, US 50 West: Minden, Gardnerville, South Lake Tahoe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 580 South, US 395 South, US 50 West: M...
6
60.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Turn right toward Downtown Carson City
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Exit 39
Toward Downtown Carson City
7
62.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
US 395 BUS / North Carson Street
Turn left onto US 395 BUS / North Carson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.39 one way
$24.78 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $13.11 | $26.23 |
| premium | $5.59 | $13.69 | $27.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.73 | $27.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.53 | $2.99 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.44 | $2.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.71 | $3.98 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Destination
Carson City, NV
Night in Carson City on Saturday
Local time
11:03 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
55°F
Dayton, NV
31 mi in
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
4 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
1h 23m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than drifting through a monotonous interstate grind. With 0% of the route on major high-speed highways, you will spend your time navigating local roads that demand your full attention. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 26.7-mile segment along the California Emigrant Trail. As you progress through the route, the road profile shifts, providing a driving experience defined by its technical nature rather than high-speed cruising. Stay alert, as the winding path requires consistent navigation through the local terrain.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.7 mi on California Emigrant Trail.
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 US 50; US 95 / West Williams Avenue.
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 1h 23m drive. You will face about 9 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 (US 50; US 95 / West Williams Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 9.5 miles (US 50 / Carson Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 60.2 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 62.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.7 miles on California Emigrant Trail. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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 (US 50; US 95 / West Williams Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 9.5 miles (US 50 / Carson Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 60.2 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Carson City, NV before heading back.
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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