Henderson, NV to Mogul, NV is 455.4 miles and takes about 8h 59m via Veterans Memorial Highway and US 95 ALT, with a fuel budget near $85 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Mountain West region, traversing Nevada entirely. With a recommended two days for travel, this route offers a balanced approach between covering distance and experiencing the landscape. It's a good option if you're looking for a drive that prioritizes surface roads over highways, allowing for a more relaxed pace. Plan for a fuel cost of approximately $85 for this journey.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
227.7 miles from Henderson, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 24m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
262.3 mi
4h 50m
US 95 ALT
50 mi
58m
Silver Peak Road
45.6 mi
57m
Purple Heart Highway
31 mi
35m
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
27.2 mi
31m
USA Parkway
19.6 mi
30m
West Main Street
6.2 mi
8m
Ramsey Weeks Cutoff
3.4 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 262.3 mi, about 4h 50m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 46 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,593 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,192
Quietest
2 AM
~269 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
13.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Henderson, NV and Mogul, NV.
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Start on North Boulder Highway
16 ft·5 sec·North Boulder Highway
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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 VegasUse the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Merge onto I 11; US 93; US 95
31 mi·35 min·Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on US 95
99 mi·1 hr 48 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on US 95
0.2 mi·46 sec·South 2nd Street
7
Turn right onto US 95
6.2 mi·8 min·West Main Street
8
Continue on US 95
60 mi·1 hr 4 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
9
Continue on US 95
0.4 mi·1 min·South Sundog Avenue
10
Continue on US 95
0.5 mi·1 min·East Crook Avenue
11
Continue on US 95
4.4 mi·5 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
12
Turn left onto 3457
25 mi·35 min·Silver Peak Road
13
Turn right onto Cinnabar Way
0.1 mi·28 sec·Cinnabar Way
14
Turn slight right onto Silver Peak Road
21 mi·22 min·Silver Peak Road
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 95
35 mi·37 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
16
Continue on US 95
1.2 mi·3 min·Front Street
17
Continue on US 95
7.8 mi·8 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
18
Continue on US 95
0.9 mi·2 min·Plymire Street
19
Continue on US 95
23 mi·25 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
20
Take the exit onto US 95 Truck
1.3 mi·2 min·US 95 Truck
21
Take the exit onto US 95 Truck
324 ft·12 sec·US 95 Truck
22
Merge onto US 95
33 mi·39 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
23
Turn left onto US 95 ALT
23 mi·25 min·US 95 ALT
24
Turn right onto US 95 ALT
1.0 mi·2 min·Goldfield Avenue
25
Turn right onto US 95 ALT
27 mi·32 min·US 95 ALT
26
Turn left onto Ramsey Weeks Cutoff
3.4 mi·5 min·Ramsey Weeks Cutoff
27
Turn right onto US 50
0.9 mi·1 min·California Emigrant Trail
28
Enter roundabout onto NV 439
267 ft·3 sec·USA Parkway
29
Continue on NV 439
20 mi·30 min·USA Parkway
30
Merge onto I 80
26 mi·30 min·Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
31
Take the exit onto I 80 BUS
0.3 mi·28 sec·I 80 BUS
Exit 5Toward NV 425 West, US 40 Old: East Verdi
32
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80 BUS
119 ft·3 sec·I 80 BUS
Exit 5Toward NV 425 West, US 40 Old: East Verdi
33
Enter roundabout onto US 40 Old; I 80 BUS; NV 425
399 ft·8 sec·US 40 Old; I 80 BUS; NV 425
34
Continue on US 40 Old; I 80 BUS; NV 425
0.4 mi·31 sec·US 40 Old; I 80 BUS; NV 425
35
Merge onto I 80
0.9 mi·1 min·Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
36
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 7Toward MogulUse the slight right lane.
37
Turn right
88 ft·4 sec
38
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 8 hour 59 minute estimated duration, it's best to split this trip over two days. Aim to leave Henderson, NV early in the morning to maximize your daylight hours for the first leg. With two recommended stops, plan to break up the drive into manageable segments, perhaps covering around 227 miles each day. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition to surface roads, as services may be less frequent. The longest stretch on Veterans Memorial Highway is over 260 miles, so ensure you're well-fueled before starting that section.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 227.7 miles from Henderson, NV, or about 4h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 262.3 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 100 miles or 1h 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 227.7 miles or 4h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 227.7 miles or 4h 24m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mogul, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Henderson, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Henderson, NV
Aim for roughly 228 miles and 4.5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Mogul, NV
Aim for roughly 228 miles and 4.5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 100 miles from Henderson, NV.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 262.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 23
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 455.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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...
6
453.5 mi into trip|~8h 56m in|I 80 BUS
Take the exit onto I 80 BUS toward NV 425 West, US 40 Old: East Verdi
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 5
Toward NV 425 West, US 40 Old: East Verdi
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453.8 mi into trip|~8h 56m in|I 80 BUS
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80 BUS toward NV 425 West, US 40 Old: East Verdi
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 5
Toward NV 425 West, US 40 Old: East Verdi
6
453.8 mi into trip|~8h 56m in|US 40 Old; I 80 BUS; NV 425
Enter roundabout onto US 40 Old; I 80 BUS; NV 425
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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455.1 mi into trip|~8h 58m in
Take the exit toward Mogul
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 7
Toward Mogul
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$88.27 one way
$176.53 round trip
$4.92/gal25.4 MPG avg159 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.20
$93.27
$186.53
premium
$5.44
$97.48
$194.96
diesel
$5.60
$100.39
$200.77
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$88
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$218–$328
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 159.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $48 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
136.6
1
$47.82
$21.86
Efficient EV
113.9
1
$39.85
$18.22
EV Truck/SUV
182.2
2
$63.76
$29.15
Gas CO2
159 kg
EV CO2
53 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Sep 1, 2026
Origin
Henderson, NV
Night
in Henderson on Tuesday
Local time
10:12 PM
PDT
Current temp
80°F
Clear
S 5 to 8 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Lake Wind Advisory
Lake Wind Advisory issued August 31 at 1:21PM PDT until September 1 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued August 31 at 11:42AM PDT until September 1 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Destination
Mogul, NV
Night
in Mogul on Tuesday
Local time
10:12 PM
PDT
Current temp
54°F
Partly Cloudy
W 10 to 15 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Lake Wind Advisory
Lake Wind Advisory issued August 31 at 1:21PM PDT until September 1 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued August 31 at 11:42AM PDT until September 1 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
26 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
8h 59m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument
National Monument
Over the last ~570,000 years, water has transformed the Upper Las Vegas Valley. Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument is an urban park that preserves the unique story of this ever-changing enviro...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 31.4
Park Closure: South Unit temporarily closed south of Grand Teton Drive; Trailheads remain open.
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive covers 455.4 miles, with 16% on highways. You'll spend most of your time on surface roads, including Veterans Memorial Highway and US 95 ALT. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 262.3 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. After this, expect a shift to less developed roads for the remainder of your trip. You'll notice the transition from more established routes to rural cruising.
Only 16% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
38 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 262.3 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 455.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 453.5 miles (I 80 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 453.8 miles (I 80 BUS): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Henderson is the second largest city in Nevada. The border between Henderson and Las Vegas has become virtually nonexistent: one city butts up against the other. This article covers Henderson, and Las Vegas east of the Strip and south of the airport.
Top landmarks
•Clark County Heritage Museum — archive organization in Henderson, Nevada, United States
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 262.3 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 228 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 8 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Mogul, NV before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. There are 8 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 453.5 miles (I 80 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 453.8 miles (I 80 BUS): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 9.0 hours each way, a round trip means 18.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Mogul, NV before the return drive.
