Spanning 434.6 miles across the Nevada Mountain West, this journey from Spanish Springs to Spring Valley takes approximately 8 hours and 42 minutes of pure drive time. Because of the technical nature of the roads, you should budget at least two days to complete the trip comfortably. You will rely on a combination of Veterans Memorial Highway, Silver Peak Road, and US 95 ALT to reach your destination. Expect to spend roughly $86 on fuel for the trek. While it is technically possible to push through in one go, splitting the drive allows you to better manage the turn-heavy local segments that define this 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
217.3 miles from Spanish Springs, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 26m 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
15.4 mi
17m
Purple Heart Highway
11.4 mi
13m
Pyramid Way
8.5 mi
13m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 262.4 mi, about 4h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spanish Springs, NV and Spring Valley, NV.
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Start on NV 445
8.5 mi·13 min·Pyramid Way
Use the left lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·25 sec
Use the left lane.
3
Merge onto I 80
15 mi·17 min·Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi·9 sec
Toward NV 439 South: Yerington, Las Vegas
5
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·19 sec·this road
Exit 32Toward NV 439 South: Yerington, Las Vegas
6
Turn right onto NV 439
19 mi·29 min·USA Parkway
7
Continue on US 50
0.8 mi·53 sec·California Emigrant Trail
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
9
Turn left onto Ramsey Weeks Cutoff
3.4 mi·5 min·Ramsey Weeks Cutoff
10
Merge onto US 95 ALT
27 mi·32 min·US 95 ALT
11
Turn left onto US 95 ALT
1.0 mi·2 min·Goldfield Avenue
12
Turn left onto US 95 ALT
23 mi·25 min·North Main Street
13
At end of road, turn right onto US 95
33 mi·39 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
14
Turn left onto US 95 Truck
1.3 mi·2 min·Freedom Road
Use the left lane.
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 95
24 mi·25 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
16
Continue on US 95
0.9 mi·2 min·Plymire Street
17
Continue on US 95
7.8 mi·8 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
18
Continue on US 95
1.2 mi·3 min·Front Street
19
Continue on US 95
35 mi·37 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
20
Turn right onto NV 265
21 mi·22 min·Silver Peak Road
21
Turn left onto Cinnabar Way
0.1 mi·27 sec·Cinnabar Way
22
Turn left onto Silver Peak Road
17 mi·23 min·Silver Peak Road
23
Continue on 3457
7.5 mi·11 min·Silver Peak Road
24
Turn right onto US 95
4.4 mi·5 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
25
Continue on US 95
0.5 mi·1 min·West Crook Avenue
26
Continue on US 95
0.4 mi·1 min·South Sundog Avenue
27
Continue on US 95
60 mi·1 hr 4 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
28
Continue on US 95
6.2 mi·8 min·East Main Street
29
Turn left onto US 95
0.2 mi·41 sec·South 2nd Street
30
Continue on US 95
99 mi·1 hr 49 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
31
Continue on I 11; US 95
11 mi·13 min·Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 81Toward Summerlin Parkway, Rainbow BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 81Toward Rainbow BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Turn straight onto NV 595
4.5 mi·7 min·North Rainbow Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
35
Turn right onto West Spring Valley Parkway North
0.1 mi·23 sec·West Spring Valley Parkway North
36
Turn left onto Verdugo Street
0.2 mi·42 sec·Verdugo Street
37
Arrive at destination
Verdugo Street
Trip Plan
Planning for two days of travel is your best strategy to avoid fatigue on these winding local roads. With two recommended stops, you have the flexibility to break up the 8-hour and 42-minute duration at a pace that keeps you alert. Since fuel costs will hit around $86, fill up your tank before tackling the long 262.4-mile stretch on Veterans Memorial Highway to ensure you aren't searching for stations in remote areas. Leave early in the morning to maximize daylight for the more technical portions of the drive. Prioritize hydration and frequent leg stretches, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can be physically taxing compared to standard interstate travel.
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 217.3 miles from Spanish Springs, NV, or about 4h 26m 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 96 miles or 2h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 217.3 miles or 4h 26m 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 217.3 miles or 4h 26m
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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spring Valley, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Spanish Springs, 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 Spanish Springs, NV
Aim for roughly 217 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Spring Valley, NV
Aim for roughly 217 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 96 miles from Spanish Springs, 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 23
5 decision points cluster between mile 24.2 and 429.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
24.2 mi into trip|~31m in
Take the exit toward NV 439 South: Yerington, Las Vegas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NV 439 South: Yerington, Las Vegas
5
131.6 mi into trip|~2h 49m in|US 95 Truck / Freedom Road
Turn left onto US 95 Truck / Freedom Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
132.9 mi into trip|~2h 51m in|US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Navigation decision point
8
429.2 mi into trip|~8h 32m in
Take the exit toward Summerlin Parkway, Rainbow Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 81
Toward Summerlin Parkway, Rainbow Boulevard
8
429.4 mi into trip|~8h 32m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Rainbow Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 81
Toward Rainbow Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$86.58 one way
$173.16 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg152 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$91.63
$183.25
premium
$5.59
$95.66
$191.33
diesel
$5.61
$95.95
$191.91
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$87
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$217–$327
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 152.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $46 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
130.4
1
$45.63
$20.86
Efficient EV
108.7
1
$38.03
$17.38
EV Truck/SUV
173.8
2
$60.84
$27.81
Gas CO2
152 kg
EV CO2
51 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 Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Spanish Springs, NV
Evening
in Spanish Springs on Saturday
Local time
6:20 PM
PDT
Current temp
31°F
Partly Cloudy
0 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Spring Valley, NV
Evening
in Spring Valley on Saturday
Local time
6:20 PM
PDT
Current temp
50°F
Mostly Clear
NW 7 mph0% 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
19 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 42m 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
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 419.6
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 demanding, turn-heavy experience that keeps you focused behind the wheel. Only 11% of this route consists of highway driving, meaning you will spend the vast majority of your time navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted section covers 262.4 miles along Veterans Memorial Highway, providing the only significant period of sustained cruising. As you transition from the Mountain West origin to your destination, the road profile shifts from open stretches to more technical local driving. Prepare for a hands-on trip where the road quality and layout change frequently, requiring constant attention throughout the 434.6-mile journey.
Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
37 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 24.2 miles in.
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 23 significant decision points across 434.6 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 24.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 131.6 miles (US 95 Truck / Freedom Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 132.9 miles (US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Navigation decision point.
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 Spanish Springs, NV to Spring Valley, NV, road signs begin pointing toward Las Vegas along the way.
Las Vegas
24.2 mi in|~31m
Who Is This Route For?
Solo Traveler
8h 42m 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 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 217 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 Spring Valley, 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 24.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 131.6 miles (US 95 Truck / Freedom Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 132.9 miles (US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Navigation decision point.
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 8.7 hours each way, a round trip means 17.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Spring Valley, NV before the return drive.
