Traveling from Laughlin to North Las Vegas covers 96.8 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes. This trip serves as a straightforward connection within the Mountain West region, making it an ideal choice for a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $19 for fuel to complete the journey. Because the total drive time is under two hours, there is no need for an overnight stay, allowing you to easily complete the transit in one go. Whether you are heading north for business or leisure, this route offers a direct path between the two Nevada locales without the need for intermediate stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.4 miles from Laughlin, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 54m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
53.9 mi
56m
Purple Heart Highway
19.4 mi
22m
Laughlin Highway
18.2 mi
21m
North Eastern Avenue
1.3 mi
2m
Boulder City Bypass
1.3 mi
1m
Laughlin Civic Drive
0.8 mi
1m
Civic Center Drive
0.6 mi
1m
Constitution Way
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 53.9 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laughlin, NV and North Las Vegas, NV.
1
Start on this road
146 ft·10 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto F Street
167 ft·19 sec·F Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto Laughlin Civic Drive
0.8 mi·1 min·Laughlin Civic Drive
4
At end of road, turn left onto NV 163
18 mi·21 min·Laughlin Highway
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
6
Merge onto US 95
54 mi·56 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on NV 173
0.2 mi·21 sec·Veterans Memorial Highway
8
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·32 sec
Toward I 11 North, US 93 North, US 95 North: Las Vegas, Henderson
9
Merge onto I 11; US 93; US 95
1.3 mi·1 min·Boulder City Bypass
10
Continue on I 11; US 93; US 95
19 mi·22 min·Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Exit 73Toward Eastern AvenueUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
289 ft·7 sec
Exit 73Toward Eastern Avenue NorthUse the straight / left / right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto North Eastern Avenue
1.3 mi·2 min·North Eastern Avenue
14
Continue on Civic Center Drive
0.6 mi·1 min·Civic Center Drive
15
Turn right onto Constitution Way
0.1 mi·33 sec·Constitution Way
16
Turn left
261 ft·19 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. With no mandatory stops required to complete the 1 hour and 50 minute drive, you can easily plan your day around your own schedule. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should stay alert, particularly when transitioning between the various highways. Ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave Laughlin, as the $19 estimate is based on the full 96.8-mile distance. Taking the drive during daylight hours is a smart way to better manage the local road conditions and turns you will face along the way.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 48.4 miles from Laughlin, NV, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 21 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.4 miles or 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Las Vegas, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Laughlin, NV so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Laughlin, NV
This is one driving day of about 96.8 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Laughlin, NV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 53.9 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 94.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Laughlin Civic Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Laughlin Civic Drive
Navigation decision point
5
19.3 mi into trip|~24m in|US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
73.2 mi into trip|~1h 21m in
Take the ramp toward I 11 North, US 93 North, US 95 North: Las Vegas, Henderson
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 11 North, US 93 North, US 95 North: La...
7
94.4 mi into trip|~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward Eastern Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 73
Toward Eastern Avenue
9
94.6 mi into trip|~1h 45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Eastern Avenue North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
Exit 73
Toward Eastern Avenue North
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.28 one way
$38.57 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$20.41
$40.82
premium
$5.59
$21.31
$42.61
diesel
$5.61
$21.37
$42.74
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29
0
$10.16
$4.65
Efficient EV
24.2
0
$8.47
$3.87
EV Truck/SUV
38.7
0
$13.55
$6.20
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Laughlin, NV
Evening
in Laughlin on Saturday
Local time
7:53 PM
PDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
North Las Vegas, NV
Evening
in North Las Vegas on Saturday
Local time
7:53 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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.
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
27 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
1h 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.
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...
17 mi from route
~43 min detour
Free
near mile 96.8
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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way toward North Las Vegas. While the journey spans 96.8 miles, it lacks the monotony of a long-haul interstate grind, instead focusing on regional thoroughfares like Veterans Memorial Highway, Purple Heart Highway, and Laughlin Highway. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 53.9 miles while traveling along Veterans Memorial Highway. Because this route has a highway share of 0%, you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention on local roads rather than high-speed cruising.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.9 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Laughlin Civic Drive.
Driving Effort6/10
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 96.8 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 0.1 miles (Laughlin Civic Drive): Navigation decision point; at 19.3 miles (US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Laughlin, NV to North Las Vegas, NV, road signs begin pointing toward Henderson along the way.
Henderson
73.2 mi in|~1h 21m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 96.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53.9 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. 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 North Las Vegas, 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: at 0.1 miles (Laughlin Civic Drive): Navigation decision point; at 19.3 miles (US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.2 miles: 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at North Las Vegas, NV before heading back.
