Origin
Fernley, NV
Late night in Fernley on Tuesday
Local time
3:56 AM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fernley, NV to Dayton, 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
50m
Distance
38.1 mi
61 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fernley, NV
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Dayton, NV
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit through Nevada’s Mountain West, the 38.1-mile journey from Fernley to Dayton is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 50 minutes. This route relies on a combination of the California Emigrant Trail, US 50 ALT, and the historic Lincoln Highway. Because the drive is short, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Budgeting about $8 for fuel covers the trip comfortably, making it an economical choice for your travel plans. Whether you are commuting or just passing through, this transition between communities offers a practical connection within the region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| California Emigrant Trail | 21.2 mi | 25m |
| US 50 ALT | 14.1 mi | 18m |
| Lincoln Highway | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Second Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Logan Alley | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Pike Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Shady Lane | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
California Emigrant Trail
— 21.2 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fernley, NV and Dayton, NV.
1
Start on I 80 BUS; NV 427
242 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Turn right onto US 50 ALT; US 95 ALT
14 mi
·
18 min
·
US 50 ALT; US 95 ALT
3
Enter roundabout onto US 50
75 ft
·
1 sec
·
California Emigrant Trail
4
Continue on US 50
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
California Emigrant Trail
5
Enter roundabout onto US 50
127 ft
·
1 sec
·
California Emigrant Trail
6
Continue on US 50
19 mi
·
22 min
·
California Emigrant Trail
7
Continue on US 50
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Lincoln Highway
8
Turn right onto Second Avenue
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Second Avenue
9
At end of road, turn left onto FAS 803
141 ft
·
8 sec
·
Pike Street
10
Turn right onto Logan Alley
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Logan Alley
11
Arrive at destination
Shady Lane
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.1 miles from Fernley, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 38 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 50 ALT; US 95 ALT
Turn right onto US 50 ALT; US 95 ALT
Navigation decision point
4
14.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
US 50 / California Emigrant Trail
Enter roundabout onto US 50 / California Emigrant Trail
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
16.7 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
US 50 / California Emigrant Trail
Enter roundabout onto US 50 / California Emigrant Trail
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
38 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
FAS 803 / Pike Street
At end of road, turn left onto FAS 803 / Pike Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
4
38 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
Logan Alley
Turn right onto Logan Alley
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.59 one way
$15.18 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $8.03 | $16.07 |
| premium | $5.59 | $8.39 | $16.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.41 | $16.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Dayton, NV
Late night in Dayton on Tuesday
Local time
3:56 AM
PDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Silver Springs, NV
19 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
21 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
50m 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 mixed driving experience as you navigate this 38.1-mile stretch. With approximately 37% of the route consisting of highway driving, you will encounter varying road conditions throughout the journey. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the California Emigrant Trail, which features the longest uninterrupted segment of the trip at 21.2 miles. The road’s personality shifts from faster highway pacing to the more localized feel of the Lincoln Highway and US 50 ALT. This combination provides a functional, balanced drive that keeps you moving efficiently toward your destination in Dayton.
37% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.2 mi on California Emigrant Trail.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 50 ALT; US 95 ALT.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Fernley, NV to Dayton, NV is easy. At 50m with 37% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 50 ALT; US 95 ALT): Navigation decision point; at 14.2 miles (US 50 / California Emigrant Trail): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.7 miles (US 50 / California Emigrant Trail): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
4,567 ft
4,154 ft
Total Climb
693 ft
Total Descent
467 ft
Highest Point
4,567 ft
~8.2 mi in
Elevation Range
413 ft
Notable High Points
4,567 ft at ~8.2 miles
+6 ft prominence
4,425 ft at ~19.1 miles
+35 ft prominence
4,370 ft at ~30 miles
+24 ft prominence
About the Cities
Starting in Fernley, NV
Full guide →Founded 1904
Fernley is a city in Nevada located along Interstate 80 about 30 miles east of Reno. Fernley was best known in the United States as "that place most Amazon.com stuff ships from" due to the large depot the town had before Amazon moved their operations to Reno itself.
Top landmarks
- • Fernley and Lassen Railway Depot — railway station in Fernley, the United States of America
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 50m. Total distance: 38.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (37%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.2 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: near the start (US 50 ALT; US 95 ALT): Navigation decision point; at 14.2 miles (US 50 / California Emigrant Trail): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.7 miles (US 50 / California Emigrant Trail): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dayton, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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