Origin
McGill, NV
Morning in McGill on Saturday
Local time
11:41 AM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from McGill, NV to North Las Vegas, NV
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 25, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 54m
Distance
252.2 mi
406 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 41m
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6 AM
4h 55m
8 AM
5h 22m
10 AM
5h 4m
12 PM
5h 2m
3 PM
5h 6m
5 PM
5h 20m
8 PM
4h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
McGill, NV
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North Las Vegas, NV
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Trip Overview
McGill to North Las Vegas is 252.2 miles and takes about 4h 54m via Sunnyside Road and Great Basin Highway, with a fuel budget near $50 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Nevada, traversing the Mountain West region. Expect a drive that is mostly on surface roads, offering a more laid-back cruising experience than a high-speed interstate. With a single recommended day, this route is straightforward and manageable for a day trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
126.1 miles from McGill, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 32m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunnyside Road | 109.4 mi | 2h 4m |
| Great Basin Highway | 94.5 mi | 1h 50m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 23.5 mi | 26m |
| Las Vegas Freeway | 17.1 mi | 17m |
| Aultman Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Civic Center Drive | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| South 4th Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Sunnyside Road
— 109.4 mi, about 2h 4m
Traffic on I-15
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 14 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~3,416 veh/hr typical
Quietest
1 AM
~492 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 17 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 McGill, NV and North Las Vegas, NV.
1
Start on US 93
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South 4th Street
2
Continue on US 93
9.6 mi
·
15 min
·
Great Basin Highway
3
Continue on US 93
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Aultman Street
4
Turn left onto US 50; US 93
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Great Basin Boulevard
5
Turn right onto US 6
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Boulevard
6
Continue on US 6
24 mi
·
26 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
7
Turn left onto NV 318
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Sunnyside Road
8
Continue on NV 318
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on NV 318
99 mi
·
1 hr 52 min
·
Sunnyside Road
10
Turn right onto US 93
85 mi
·
1 hr 34 min
·
Great Basin Highway
11
Take the exit onto US 93
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
US 93
Toward I 15 South, US 93 South: Las Vegas
12
Merge onto I 15; US 93
17 mi
·
17 min
·
Las Vegas Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 46
Toward Cheyenne Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 46
Toward Cheyenne Avenue East
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto NV 574
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Cheyenne Avenue
16
Turn right onto Civic Center Drive
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Civic Center Drive
Use the right lane.
17
Turn left onto Constitution Way
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Constitution Way
18
Turn left
261 ft
·
19 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 54m estimated drive time, leaving in the morning is advisable to ensure you have ample daylight. The route has only one stop suggested, so plan your breaks accordingly, perhaps around the halfway point or when you need to refuel. With a fuel cost estimate of $50, check current prices before you depart. Since this is a single-day drive, you have flexibility, but be mindful of the 109.4-mile stretch on Sunnyside Road and ensure you're comfortable with that duration before stopping.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 126.1 miles from McGill, NV, or about 2h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.4 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 55 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 126.1 miles or 2h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 2m
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 McGill, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from McGill, NV
This is one driving day of about 252.2 miles and 4h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from McGill, NV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Sunnyside Road for about 109.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
126 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 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 126.1 miles from McGill, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Sunnyside Road if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.4 miles.
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 125 decision points cluster between mile 232.4 and 250.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
232.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 30m 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
5
232.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 31m in
|
I 15; US 93 / Las Vegas Freeway
Merge onto I 15; US 93 / Las Vegas Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
249.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 49m in
Take the exit toward Cheyenne Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 46
Toward Cheyenne Avenue
8
250.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 50m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Cheyenne Avenue East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 46
Toward Cheyenne Avenue East
6
250.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 51m in
|
Civic Center Drive
Turn right onto Civic Center Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.97 one way
$99.95 round trip
$5.03/gal
25.4 MPG avg
88 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.33 | $52.96 | $105.92 |
| premium | $5.56 | $55.21 | $110.41 |
| diesel | $5.40 | $53.65 | $107.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 88.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 75.7 | 0 | $26.48 | $12.11 |
| Efficient EV | 63.1 | 0 | $22.07 | $10.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 100.9 | 1 | $35.31 | $16.14 |
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
North Las Vegas, NV
Morning in North Las Vegas on Saturday
Local time
11:41 AM
PDT
Current temp
61°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 54m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily surface roads, with only a 7% highway share. You'll encounter the longest stretch of continuous driving at 109.4 miles on Sunnyside Road. After the highway portion, expect a shift to surface roads for the majority of your travel. The overall profile suggests a drive with fewer exits and more open cruising.
Only 7% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 109.4 mi on Sunnyside Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 232.4 miles in near US 93.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 54m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 232.4 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 232.8 miles (I 15; US 93 / Las Vegas Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 249.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in North Las Vegas, NV
Full guide →Founded 1919
North Las Vegas in Nevada is a city in its own right within the Las Vegas metropolitan area. With a population in 2019 of 252,000, it's the fourth largest city in the state, and is primarily residential with some industry. It borders the Mojave Desert. Its main attractions are the speedway, and Nellis Air Force Base which sometimes puts on air shows.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 54m. Total distance: 252.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (7%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 109.4 miles on Sunnyside Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 232.4 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 232.8 miles (I 15; US 93 / Las Vegas Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 249.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.8 hours — manageable with a long break at North Las Vegas, NV, but most travelers stay overnight.
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 FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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