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Trip from Fallon, NV to Spring Creek, NV

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 37m

Distance

268 mi

431 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$53

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 24m ★
6 AM
4h 38m
8 AM
5h 5m
10 AM
4h 47m
12 PM
4h 45m
3 PM
4h 49m
5 PM
5h 3m
8 PM
4h 30m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and county seat of Churchill County, Nevada, United States

Fallon, NV

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census-designated place in Elko County, Nevada, United States

Spring Creek, NV

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Trip Overview

This 268-mile journey from Fallon, Nevada, to Spring Creek, Nevada, will take approximately 4 hours and 37 minutes of driving time. It's a manageable day trip, perfect for a single day of travel within the Mountain West region. The route primarily utilizes Veterans Memorial Highway and I-80, with a segment on Dwight D. With a fuel cost estimated at $53, this drive is budget-friendly. Expect a route with numerous turns, suggesting a more local feel rather than a straightforward interstate cruise.

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

134 miles from Fallon, NV

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 13m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway 217.5 mi 3h 31m
Veterans Memorial Highway 31.9 mi 34m
Lamoille Highway 12.6 mi 18m
Spring Creek Parkway 1 mi 1m
West Silver Street 0.9 mi 1m
South Maine Street 0.9 mi 1m
Mountain City Highway 0.9 mi 1m
5th Street 0.8 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway — 217.5 mi, about 3h 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fallon, NV and Spring Creek, NV.

1

Start on South Maine Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · South Maine Street
2

Continue on US 95

32 mi · 34 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
3

Take the exit onto US 95

0.3 mi · 20 sec · US 95
Toward I 80, US 95: Elko, Salt Lake City, Boise
4

Merge onto I 80; US 95

217 mi · 3 hr 31 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 38 sec
Exit 301 Toward NV 225: Elko Downtown
6

Turn right onto NV 225

0.9 mi · 1 min · Mountain City Highway
7

Continue on West Silver Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Silver Street
8

Turn right onto NV 227

0.8 mi · 2 min · 5th Street
9

Continue on NV 227

11 mi · 15 min · Lamoille Highway
10

Enter roundabout onto NV 227

97 ft · 3 sec · Lamoille Highway
11

Continue on NV 227

2.1 mi · 3 min · Lamoille Highway
12

Turn left onto Spring Creek Parkway

1.0 mi · 1 min · Spring Creek Parkway
13

Turn right onto Glen Haven Drive

0.3 mi · 1 min · Glen Haven Drive
14

Turn right onto Frisco Drive

0.6 mi · 2 min · Frisco Drive
15

Arrive at destination

Frisco Drive

Trip Plan

Given the 268-mile distance and 4-hour, 37-minute drive time, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip. You can depart Fallon, NV, in the morning and arrive in Spring Creek, NV, by the afternoon. With just one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $53, and plan accordingly, especially since this isn't a high-speed interstate route. A specific tip for this drive: pay close attention to navigation as you approach Spring Creek, as the 'turn-heavy' nature of the route means you'll likely encounter several local road changes before reaching your final destination.

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 134 miles from Fallon, NV, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 217.5 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 59 miles or 1h in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 134 miles or 2h 13m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 37m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spring Creek, NV than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Fallon, 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 Fallon, NV

This is one driving day of about 268 miles and 4h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Fallon, 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 Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway for about 217.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and county seat of Humboldt County, Nevada, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Winnemucca, NV

134 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

Lovelock, NV

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Winnemucca, NV

Meal break

The midpoint is around 134 miles from Fallon, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 217.5 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Electrify America Charging Station

2.4 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 248.8

Elko, Nevada

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Churchill County Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Fallon, Nevada

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17754233677

Visit website

Bonanza Casino

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

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

5 of 9

5 decision points cluster between mile 32.8 and 264.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
32.8 mi into trip | ~35m in | US 95

Take the exit onto US 95 toward I 80, US 95: Elko, Salt Lake City, Boise

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 80, US 95: Elko, Salt Lake City, Boise
5
33.1 mi into trip | ~35m in | I 80; US 95 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

Merge onto I 80; US 95 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
250.5 mi into trip | ~4h 7m in

Take the exit toward NV 225: Elko Downtown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 301 Toward NV 225: Elko Downtown
4
252.7 mi into trip | ~4h 11m in | NV 227 / 5th Street

Turn right onto NV 227 / 5th Street

Navigation decision point

4
264.1 mi into trip | ~4h 29m in | NV 227 / Lamoille Highway

Enter roundabout onto NV 227 / Lamoille Highway

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$53.39 one way

$106.78 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 94 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $56.50 $113.00
premium $5.59 $58.99 $117.98
diesel $5.61 $59.17 $118.34

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$53

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$78–$103

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 93.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 80.4 0 $28.14 $12.86
Efficient EV 67 0 $23.45 $10.72
EV Truck/SUV 107.2 1 $37.52 $17.15

Gas CO2

94 kg

EV CO2

31 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Fallon, NV

Evening in Fallon on Saturday

Local time

7:46 PM

PDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Spring Creek, NV

Evening in Spring Creek on Saturday

Local time

7:46 PM

PDT

Current temp

35°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

25 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 37m 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?

This is a turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll be navigating a variety of road types as you make your way across Nevada. With a 0% highway share, you won't encounter long stretches of monotonous interstate driving. Instead, anticipate a more engaging experience with frequent changes in direction. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the 'turn-heavy' profile indicates that you'll be actively steering and adjusting your course frequently throughout the 4-hour and 37-minute journey.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 217.5 mi on Dwight D. Eisenhower 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 32.8 miles in near US 95.

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 37m 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 32.8 miles (US 95): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.1 miles (I 80; US 95 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 250.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Fallon, NV and Spring Creek, NV, road signs point toward Salt Lake City and Boise.

Salt Lake City

32.8 mi in | ~35m | via US 95

Boise

32.8 mi in | ~35m | via US 95

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 37m. Total distance: 268 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 37m 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 217.5 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower 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.

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 32.8 miles (US 95): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.1 miles (I 80; US 95 / Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 250.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Spring Creek, 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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