Spanning 430 miles from Reno to North Las Vegas, this Nevada journey takes approximately 8 hours and 36 minutes of pure drive time. Because of the length and the technical nature of the roads, I strongly recommend splitting this trip into two days to keep your travel enjoyable. You will navigate primarily via Veterans Memorial Highway, Silver Peak Road, and US 95 ALT. Expect to budget around $86 for fuel to complete the trek across the Mountain West. While it is technically possible to push through in one go, planning for an overnight stay allows you to manage the fatigue associated with such a turn-heavy route.
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
215 miles from Reno, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 20m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
262.4 mi
4h 50m
Silver Peak Road
45.6 mi
57m
US 95 ALT
26.7 mi
32m
North Main Street
23.3 mi
25m
USA Parkway
19 mi
29m
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
18.8 mi
21m
Purple Heart Highway
7.1 mi
8m
East Main Street
6.2 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 262.4 mi, about 4h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reno, NV and North Las Vegas, NV.
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Start on this road
105 ft·12 sec·this road
2
Turn left
171 ft·14 sec
3
Turn right onto East 4th Street
186 ft·13 sec·East 4th Street
4
Turn left onto University Way
0.3 mi·53 sec·University Way
5
Take the ramp onto East Maple Street
0.2 mi·16 sec·East Maple Street
Toward I 80 East: Elko, Salt Lake City, Winnemucca
6
Merge onto I 80
19 mi·21 min·Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi·9 sec
Toward NV 439 South: Yerington, Las Vegas
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Continue on this road
0.1 mi·19 sec·this road
Exit 32Toward NV 439 South: Yerington, Las Vegas
9
Turn right onto NV 439
19 mi·29 min·USA Parkway
10
Continue on US 50
0.8 mi·53 sec·California Emigrant Trail
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
12
Turn left onto Ramsey Weeks Cutoff
3.4 mi·5 min·Ramsey Weeks Cutoff
13
Merge onto US 95 ALT
27 mi·32 min·US 95 ALT
14
Turn left onto US 95 ALT
1.0 mi·2 min·Goldfield Avenue
15
Turn left onto US 95 ALT
23 mi·25 min·North Main Street
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At end of road, turn right onto US 95
33 mi·39 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
17
Turn left onto US 95 Truck
1.3 mi·2 min·Freedom Road
Use the left lane.
18
At end of road, turn left onto US 95
24 mi·25 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
19
Continue on US 95
0.9 mi·2 min·Plymire Street
20
Continue on US 95
7.8 mi·8 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
21
Continue on US 95
1.2 mi·3 min·Front Street
22
Continue on US 95
35 mi·37 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
23
Turn right onto NV 265
21 mi·22 min·Silver Peak Road
24
Turn left onto Cinnabar Way
0.1 mi·27 sec·Cinnabar Way
25
Turn left onto Silver Peak Road
17 mi·23 min·Silver Peak Road
26
Continue on 3457
7.5 mi·11 min·Silver Peak Road
27
Turn right onto US 95
4.4 mi·5 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
28
Continue on US 95
0.5 mi·1 min·West Crook Avenue
29
Continue on US 95
0.4 mi·1 min·South Sundog Avenue
30
Continue on US 95
60 mi·1 hr 4 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
31
Continue on US 95
6.2 mi·8 min·East Main Street
32
Turn left onto US 95
0.2 mi·41 sec·South 2nd Street
33
Continue on US 95
99 mi·1 hr 49 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on I 11; US 95
7.1 mi·8 min·Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 85Toward Craig RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Keep slight left at fork
359 ft·10 sec
Exit 85Toward Craig Road
37
Turn left onto NV 573
0.9 mi·1 min·West Craig Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
38
Turn right onto NV 599
1.9 mi·3 min·North Rancho Drive
39
Turn left onto West Cheyenne Avenue
4.4 mi·6 min·West Cheyenne Avenue
Use the left / uturn lanes.
40
Turn right onto 5th Street
1.0 mi·1 min·5th Street
Use the right lane.
41
Turn left onto East Carey Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·East Carey Avenue
Use the left lane.
42
Enter roundabout onto East Carey Avenue
82 ft·1 sec·East Carey Avenue
43
Continue on East Carey Avenue
0.1 mi·15 sec·East Carey Avenue
44
Turn right onto Civic Center Drive
0.5 mi·52 sec·Civic Center Drive
Use the right lane.
45
Turn left onto Constitution Way
0.1 mi·35 sec·Constitution Way
46
Turn left
261 ft·19 sec
47
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To tackle this 430-mile route effectively, aim to start your day early to account for the winding nature of the roads. Since you have two planned stops, use them strategically to break up the longest stretch on Veterans Memorial Highway and keep your energy levels steady. Given the $86 fuel estimate, fill up your tank before leaving Reno and monitor your gauge closely when traveling through more remote sections. Because this is a turn-heavy drive, prioritize vehicle maintenance checks before heading out to ensure your tires and brakes are ready for the varied terrain. Taking your time across these two days will make the transition from Reno to North Las Vegas much more manageable.
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 215 miles from Reno, NV, or about 4h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 262.4 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 95 miles or 2h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 215 miles or 4h 20m 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 215 miles or 4h 20m
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 23m
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 Reno, 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 Reno, NV
Aim for roughly 215 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into North Las Vegas, NV
Aim for roughly 215 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 95 miles from Reno, 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 262.4 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 31
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 420.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|East 4th Street
Turn right onto East 4th Street
Navigation decision point
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|University Way
Turn left onto University Way
Navigation decision point
6
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|East Maple Street
Take the ramp onto East Maple Street toward I 80 East: Elko, Salt Lake City, Winnemucca
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80 East: Elko, Salt Lake City, Winnemu...
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420.2 mi into trip|~8h 18m in
Take the exit toward Craig Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 85
Toward Craig Road
7
420.4 mi into trip|~8h 19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Craig Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 85
Toward Craig Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$85.66 one way
$171.32 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg150 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$90.66
$181.31
premium
$5.59
$94.65
$189.30
diesel
$5.61
$94.94
$189.88
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$86
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$216–$326
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 150.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
129
1
$45.15
$20.64
Efficient EV
107.5
1
$37.63
$17.20
EV Truck/SUV
172
2
$60.20
$27.52
Gas CO2
150 kg
EV CO2
50 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 Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Reno, NV
Evening
in Reno on Saturday
Local time
6:22 PM
PDT
Current temp
54°F
Sunny
N 5 to 15 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Destination
North Las Vegas, NV
Evening
in North Las Vegas on Saturday
Local time
6:22 PM
PDT
Current temp
84°F
Mostly Sunny
SSW 13 to 22 mph1% chanceLive 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.
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
30 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 36m 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
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 415.2
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 unique experience behind the wheel that leans more toward a technical local drive than a mindless interstate cruise. Only 11% of your journey is spent on major highways, meaning you will be navigating tighter, more demanding sections for the vast majority of the time. The longest uninterrupted portion of your trip occurs on Veterans Memorial Highway, covering 262.4 miles of the total distance. As you transition between the various road types, you will find the rhythm of the drive shifts frequently. Stay alert, as the road’s personality requires consistent focus rather than the passive driving found on typical cross-country interstates.
Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
47 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 262.4 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 0.1 miles in near East 4th Street.
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 31 significant decision points across 430 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 0.1 miles (East 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (University Way): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (East Maple Street): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Reno, the "Biggest Little City in the World", is in the beautiful north-west region of the State of Nevada, right at the base of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Reno is the second largest tourist destination in Nevada, mainly thanks to its popular downtown casinos. It also has family entertainment, festivals, museums, and cuisine.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 262.4 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 215 miles on day one.
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.
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.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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 (East 4th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (University Way): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (East Maple Street): 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 8.6 hours each way, a round trip means 17.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at North Las Vegas, NV before the return drive.
