Smith, NV to Enterprise, NV is 386.5 miles and takes about 7h 37m via Veterans Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $75 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Mountain West region, traversing Nevada. Expect a drive that is primarily on surface roads, offering a more grounded perspective of the landscape. With two planned stops and a longest stretch of over 200 miles, you'll have opportunities to break up the drive, making it manageable for a single day.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
193.2 miles from Smith, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 55m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway
209.1 mi
3h 52m
Pahrump Valley Highway
69.3 mi
1h 18m
Silver Peak Road
45.6 mi
57m
North Main Street
23.3 mi
25m
Nordyke Road
11.4 mi
15m
NV 208
8.3 mi
12m
Blue Diamond Road
6.7 mi
8m
East Main Street
6.2 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 209.1 mi, about 3h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smith, NV and Enterprise, NV.
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Start on NV 208
8.3 mi·12 min·NV 208
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Keep left at fork onto NV 208; NV 339
0.1 mi·10 sec·Topaz Road
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Turn straight onto NV 339
11 mi·15 min·Nordyke Road
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Turn right onto US 95 ALT
1.0 mi·2 min·Goldfield Avenue
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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
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Turn left onto US 95 Truck
1.3 mi·2 min·Freedom Road
Use the left lane.
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At end of road, turn left onto US 95
24 mi·25 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on US 95
0.9 mi·2 min·Plymire Street
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Continue on US 95
7.8 mi·8 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on US 95
1.2 mi·3 min·Front Street
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Continue on US 95
35 mi·37 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
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Turn right onto NV 265
21 mi·22 min·Silver Peak Road
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Turn left onto Cinnabar Way
0.1 mi·27 sec·Cinnabar Way
15
Turn left onto Silver Peak Road
17 mi·23 min·Silver Peak Road
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Continue on 3457
7.5 mi·11 min·Silver Peak Road
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Turn right onto US 95
4.4 mi·5 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
18
Continue on US 95
0.5 mi·1 min·West Crook Avenue
19
Continue on US 95
0.4 mi·1 min·South Sundog Avenue
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Continue on US 95
60 mi·1 hr 4 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on US 95
6.2 mi·8 min·East Main Street
22
Turn left onto US 95
0.2 mi·41 sec·South 2nd Street
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Continue on US 95
46 mi·50 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
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Turn right onto NV 160
69 mi·1 hr 18 min·Pahrump Valley Highway
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Continue on NV 160
6.7 mi·8 min·Blue Diamond Road
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Turn left onto South Rainbow Boulevard
0.3 mi·35 sec·South Rainbow Boulevard
27
Turn right onto West Pebble Road
0.2 mi·28 sec·West Pebble Road
28
Turn right onto Inspiration Drive
452 ft·21 sec·Inspiration Drive
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Turn right onto Tangled Vines Avenue
496 ft·27 sec·Tangled Vines Avenue
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Turn left onto Ruby Moon Drive
95 ft·4 sec·Ruby Moon Drive
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Arrive at destination
Ruby Moon Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 7h 37m estimated duration, starting your drive in the morning from Smith, NV, is recommended to ensure you arrive in Enterprise, NV, with ample daylight. Plan for your two stops strategically, perhaps around the halfway mark or after completing the 209.1-mile stretch on Veterans Memorial Highway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $75, and services can be spread out on surface roads. This route is designed for a single day, but if you prefer a more relaxed pace, you could consider splitting it with an overnight stay in a town along the way.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 193.2 miles from Smith, NV, or about 3h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 209.1 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 85 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 193.2 miles or 3h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Enterprise, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Smith, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Smith, NV
This is one driving day of about 386.5 miles and 7h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 85 miles from Smith, NV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 209.1 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 8.3 and 386.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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8.3 mi into trip|~12m in|NV 208; NV 339 / Topaz Road
Keep left at fork onto NV 208; NV 339 / Topaz Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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44.1 mi into trip|~56m in|US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
At end of road, turn right onto US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Navigation decision point
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76.9 mi into trip|~1h 36m in|US 95 Truck / Freedom Road
Turn left onto US 95 Truck / Freedom Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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78.2 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Navigation decision point
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386.3 mi into trip|~7h 36m in|Inspiration Drive
Turn right onto Inspiration Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$77.85 one way
$155.70 round trip
$5.12/gal25.4 MPG avg135 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.43
$82.58
$165.16
premium
$5.67
$86.34
$172.68
diesel
$6.18
$94.02
$188.05
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$78
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$103–$128
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 135.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
116
1
$40.58
$18.55
Efficient EV
96.6
1
$33.82
$15.46
EV Truck/SUV
154.6
1
$54.11
$24.74
Gas CO2
135 kg
EV CO2
45 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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Smith, NV
Afternoon
in Smith on Tuesday
Local time
4:32 PM
PDT
Current temp
36°F
Mostly Clear
S 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Enterprise, NV
Afternoon
in Enterprise on Tuesday
Local time
4:32 PM
PDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Clear
WNW 2 mph2% 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.
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
25 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
7h 37m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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...
26 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 386.5
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 has a highway share of 2, meaning most of your driving will be on surface roads. You'll encounter the longest continuous stretch on Veterans Memorial Highway, measuring 209.1 miles. After this section, the route transitions to surface roads, which comprise the majority of the drive. Expect to notice the rural cruising feel as you navigate these less-traveled paths.
Only 2% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 209.1 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.
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 8.3 miles in near NV 208; NV 339 / Topaz Road.
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 7h 37m, 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: at 8.3 miles (NV 208; NV 339 / Topaz Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 44.1 miles (US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Navigation decision point; at 76.9 miles (US 95 Truck / Freedom Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 37m. Total distance: 386.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 37m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 209.1 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 5 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 Enterprise, 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 5 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 8.3 miles (NV 208; NV 339 / Topaz Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 44.1 miles (US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Navigation decision point; at 76.9 miles (US 95 Truck / Freedom Road): 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 7.6 hours each way, a round trip means 15.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Enterprise, NV before the return drive.
