Origin
Henderson, NV
Evening in Henderson on Saturday
Local time
7:50 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Henderson, NV to Moapa Valley, 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 25m
Distance
71 mi
114 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
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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Moapa Valley, NV
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Trip Overview
Henderson, NV to Moapa Valley, NV is 71 miles and takes about 1h 25m via I-11/US-93 and NV-169, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within Nevada, transitioning from the urban edge of the Mountain West region to the more rural landscapes of Moapa Valley. It's a quick, easy trip perfect for a day excursion or a simple relocation. You'll find the journey mostly highway-focused, making it a practical choice for those prioritizing direct travel. Expect a clear, uncomplicated route with minimal complexity.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas Freeway | 43.1 mi | 43m |
| Purple Heart Highway | 9.7 mi | 11m |
| North Moapa Valley Boulevard | 7.2 mi | 11m |
| South Lamb Boulevard | 6.8 mi | 11m |
| East Lake Mead Parkway | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| East Charleston Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Paul Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Mateuse Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Las Vegas Freeway
— 43.1 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Henderson, NV and Moapa Valley, 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
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 72
Toward NV 159: Charleston Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
6
Turn right onto NV 159
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Charleston Boulevard
7
Turn left onto South Lamb Boulevard
6.8 mi
·
11 min
·
South Lamb Boulevard
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
9
Merge onto I 15; US 93
43 mi
·
43 min
·
Las Vegas Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 93
Toward NV 169: Logandale, Overton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto NV 169
7.2 mi
·
11 min
·
North Moapa Valley Boulevard
12
Turn left onto Paul Avenue
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Paul Avenue
13
Continue on North Mateuse Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Mateuse Street
14
Arrive at destination
North Mateuse Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.5 miles from Henderson, 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 and 63.1 — 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
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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.
7
11.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward NV 159: Charleston Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 72
Toward NV 159: Charleston Boulevard
8
63.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward NV 169: Logandale, Overton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 93
Toward NV 169: Logandale, Overton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.14 one way
$28.29 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $14.97 | $29.94 |
| premium | $5.59 | $15.63 | $31.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.68 | $31.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.8 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 | 21.3 | 0 | $7.46 | $3.41 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.21 | $2.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.94 | $4.54 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Moapa Valley, NV
Evening in Moapa Valley on Saturday
Local time
7:50 PM
PDT
Current temp
82°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
25 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
1h 25m 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?
This trip is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 63% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of uninterrupted driving on the Las Vegas Freeway for 43.1 miles, offering a consistent pace. As you proceed, the character shifts from freeway to more scenic highway segments, particularly along the Purple Heart Highway and North Moapa Valley Boulevard. This transition provides a gradual change in scenery without demanding complex navigation. The overall driving experience is smooth and efficient, allowing for relaxed travel.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43.1 mi on Las Vegas Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Las Vegas Freeway and Purple Heart Highway. You will hit about 9 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
6/10
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 71 miles you will encounter 9 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Henderson, NV to Moapa Valley, NV, road signs begin pointing toward Overton along the way.
Overton
63.1 mi in
|
~1h 12m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 71 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43.1 miles on Las Vegas Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Moapa Valley, NV before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 Moapa Valley, 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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