Jackpot, NV to Whitney, NV is 451.5 miles and takes about 8h 38m via US 93 and Great Basin Highway, with a fuel budget near $89 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Nevada, traversing the Mountain West region. It offers a mostly straightforward path through varied terrain, suitable for a two-day trip if you prefer a more relaxed pace. Consider this route if you're looking for a substantial drive across the state with a clear, primary highway for most of the way.
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
225.7 miles from Jackpot, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 93
145.2 mi
2h 38m
Great Basin Highway
141 mi
2h 40m
Sunnyside Road
109.4 mi
2h 4m
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
23.5 mi
26m
Las Vegas Freeway
13.4 mi
13m
North Lamb Boulevard
8.9 mi
14m
Boulder Highway
2.7 mi
4m
North 4th Street
1.6 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
US 93
— 145.2 mi, about 2h 38m
Traffic on I-15
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 4 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~1,224 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,587
Quietest
1 AM
~169 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 16 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 Jackpot, NV and Whitney, NV.
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Start on this road
56 ft·8 sec·this road
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Turn right onto US 93
145 mi·2 hr 38 min·US 93
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At end of road, turn right onto US 93
46 mi·49 min·Great Basin Highway
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Continue on US 93
1.6 mi·4 min·North 4th Street
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Continue on US 93
9.6 mi·15 min·Great Basin Highway
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Continue on US 93
1.6 mi·3 min·Aultman Street
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Turn left onto US 50; US 93
0.8 mi·1 min·Great Basin Boulevard
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Turn right onto US 6
0.5 mi·1 min·Veterans Boulevard
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Continue on US 6
24 mi·26 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
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Turn left onto NV 318
11 mi·12 min·Sunnyside Road
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Continue on NV 318
1.4 mi·1 min·Main Street
12
Continue on NV 318
99 mi·1 hr 52 min·Sunnyside Road
13
Turn right onto US 93
85 mi·1 hr 34 min·Great Basin Highway
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Take the exit onto US 93
0.4 mi·54 sec·US 93
Toward I 15 South, US 93 South: Las Vegas
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Merge onto I 15; US 93
13 mi·13 min·Las Vegas Freeway
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 50Toward Lamb BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·19 sec
Exit 50Toward Lamb Boulevard SouthUse the left lane.
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Continue on NV 610
8.9 mi·14 min·North Lamb Boulevard
Use the left lane.
19
Turn left onto NV 582
2.7 mi·4 min·Boulder Highway
Use the left lane.
20
Turn slight left
278 ft·7 sec
Use the left lane.
21
Turn left onto East Tropicana Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·East Tropicana Avenue
22
Turn right onto Steptoe Street
0.2 mi·27 sec·Steptoe Street
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Turn left onto Kimberly Avenue
0.1 mi·37 sec·Kimberly Avenue
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Turn left
69 ft·5 sec
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Turn right
63 ft·4 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 8.5-hour estimated drive time, splitting this into two days is a good idea. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight, especially if you plan to stop. With two recommended stops along the way, you can break up the 451.5 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $89, and services can be spaced out in this region. The longest stretch without a break is 145.2 miles on US 93, so plan your refueling accordingly before you embark on that segment.
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 225.7 miles from Jackpot, NV, or about 4h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 145.2 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 99 miles or 1h 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 225.7 miles or 4h 17m 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 225.7 miles or 4h 17m
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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Whitney, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jackpot, 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 Jackpot, NV
Aim for roughly 226 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Whitney, NV
Aim for roughly 226 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 99 miles from Jackpot, 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 US 93 for about 145.2 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 451.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 93
Turn right onto US 93
Navigation decision point
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424.5 mi into trip|~8h 1m in|US 93
Take the exit onto US 93 toward I 15 South, US 93 South: Las Vegas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 15 South, US 93 South: Las Vegas
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438.4 mi into trip|~8h 15m in
Take the exit toward Lamb Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 50
Toward Lamb Boulevard
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438.7 mi into trip|~8h 16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Lamb Boulevard South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Exit 50
Toward Lamb Boulevard South
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451.3 mi into trip|~8h 37m in|Kimberly Avenue
Turn left onto Kimberly Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$80.01 one way
$160.02 round trip
$4.50/gal25.4 MPG avg158 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.82
$85.68
$171.36
premium
$5.04
$89.62
$179.25
diesel
$4.80
$85.25
$170.50
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$80
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$210–$320
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 158 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $47 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
135.5
1
$47.41
$21.67
Efficient EV
112.9
1
$39.51
$18.06
EV Truck/SUV
180.6
2
$63.21
$28.90
Gas CO2
158 kg
EV CO2
53 kg (66% 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Jackpot, NV
Afternoon
in Jackpot on Saturday
Local time
3:41 PM
PDT
Current temp
93°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
W 5 to 10 mph37% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 5:23PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 5:17PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Destination
Whitney, NV
Afternoon
in Whitney on Saturday
Local time
3:41 PM
PDT
Current temp
109°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 12 mph10% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 5:23PM PDT by NWS Elko NV
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 5:17PM PDT by NWS Elko 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
16 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
8h 38m 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...
18 mi from route
~44 min detour
Free
near mile 435.9
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 route involves 35% highway driving, with the longest stretch covering 145.2 miles on US 93. You'll transition from more highway-focused sections to surface roads like Sunnyside Road. Expect a mix of cruising and potentially more varied driving conditions as you move between these road types. The longest continuous segment on US 93 suggests a significant portion of rural highway travel.
35% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 145.2 mi on US 93.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 93.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 8h 38m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 16 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 93): Navigation decision point; at 424.5 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 438.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 145.2 miles on US 93. 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 226 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 13 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 is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Whitney, 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 13 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: near the start (US 93): Navigation decision point; at 424.5 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 438.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 8.6 hours each way, a round trip means 17.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Whitney, NV before the return drive.
