Origin
Henderson, NV
Evening in Henderson on Saturday
Local time
7:53 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Henderson, NV to Las Vegas, NV
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
19m
Distance
15.4 mi
25 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 18m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Henderson, NV
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Las Vegas, NV
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Henderson to Las Vegas, you are looking at a quick 15.4-mile journey that typically takes about 19 minutes. This short commute is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it connects two major hubs within the Mountain West region. With a fuel budget of just $3, it is an incredibly economical drive that requires no overnight stops. You will primarily utilize the Purple Heart Highway, East Lake Mead Parkway, and North Las Vegas Boulevard to navigate between these cities. Because the distance is so manageable, this route offers maximum flexibility for your schedule, whether you are commuting for work or heading into town for a quick errand.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Heart Highway | 12.8 mi | 14m |
| East Lake Mead Parkway | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| North Las Vegas Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Bonanza Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Boulder Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Highway
— 12.8 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Henderson, NV and Las Vegas, NV.
1
Start on North Boulder Highway
16 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Boulder Highway
2
Turn left onto NV 564
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East Lake Mead Parkway
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 11 North, US 93 North, US 95 North: Las Vegas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Merge onto I 11; US 93; US 95
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 75
Toward Downtown Las Vegas, Las Vegas Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
6
Turn right onto North Las Vegas Boulevard
348 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Las Vegas Boulevard
Use the right lane.
7
Turn left onto NV 579
62 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Bonanza Road
Use the left lane.
8
Arrive at destination
NV 579
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 15.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
NV 564 / East Lake Mead Parkway
Turn left onto NV 564 / East Lake Mead Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 11 North, US 93 North, US 95 North: Las Vegas
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 11 North, US 93 North, US 95 North: La...
5
2.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 11; US 93; US 95 / Purple Heart Highway
Merge onto I 11; US 93; US 95 / Purple Heart Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
15 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward Downtown Las Vegas, Las Vegas Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 75
Toward Downtown Las Vegas, Las Vegas Boulevard
7
15.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
NV 579 / East Bonanza Road
Turn left onto NV 579 / East Bonanza Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.07 one way
$6.14 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $3.25 | $6.49 |
| premium | $5.59 | $3.39 | $6.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.40 | $6.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.35 | $0.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.16 | $0.99 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Las Vegas, NV
Evening in Las Vegas on Saturday
Local time
7:53 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
19m 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 balances short highway segments with urban navigation. Approximately 11 miles of the trip are spent on highways, providing a brief change of pace from the city streets. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Purple Heart Highway, which accounts for 12.8 miles of the total distance. As you transition between these roads, the environment shifts from suburban Henderson to the heart of Las Vegas. Be prepared for a driving experience that demands your attention at intersections rather than the long-haul focus required for interstate travel.
Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.8 mi on Purple Heart Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NV 564 / East Lake Mead Parkway.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 15.4 miles you will encounter 6 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NV 564 / East Lake Mead Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.2 miles (I 11; US 93; US 95 / Purple Heart Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 19m. Total distance: 15.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (11%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.8 miles on Purple Heart Highway. 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 (NV 564 / East Lake Mead Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.2 miles (I 11; US 93; US 95 / Purple Heart Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Las Vegas, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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