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Trip from Sparks, NV to Beatty, NV
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 15m
Distance
310.1 mi
499 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$63
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 3m
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6 AM
6h 16m
8 AM
6h 41m
10 AM
6h 24m
12 PM
6h 22m
3 PM
6h 26m
5 PM
6h 40m
8 PM
6h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sparks, NV
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Beatty, NV
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Trip Overview
Sparks to Beatty is 310.1 miles and takes about 6h 15m via Veterans Memorial Highway and US 95 ALT, with a fuel budget near $64 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Nevada, traveling from the Mountain West region to the same region. It's a single-day drive that mostly utilizes surface roads, so expect a more leisurely pace than a pure interstate experience. Consider this route if you're looking for a straightforward drive through the Nevada landscape without extensive highway time.
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
155.1 miles from Sparks, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 13m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 163.3 mi | 3h 1m |
| 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 |
| East Main Street | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Ramsey Weeks Cutoff | 3.4 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 163.3 mi, about 3h 1m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 14 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,207 veh/hr typical · worst 2,587
Quietest
1 AM
~177 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
12.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 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 Sparks, NV and Beatty, NV.
1
Start on West Victorian Avenue
45 ft
·
3 sec
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West Victorian Avenue
2
Turn left onto NV 445
253 ft
·
17 sec
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Pyramid Way
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 80
15 mi
·
17 min
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Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
Toward NV 439 South: Yerington, Las Vegas
6
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
this road
Exit 32
Toward NV 439 South: Yerington, Las Vegas
7
Turn right onto NV 439
19 mi
·
29 min
·
USA Parkway
8
Continue on US 50
0.8 mi
·
53 sec
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California Emigrant Trail
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
10
Turn left onto Ramsey Weeks Cutoff
3.4 mi
·
5 min
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Ramsey Weeks Cutoff
11
Merge onto US 95 ALT
27 mi
·
32 min
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US 95 ALT
12
Turn left onto US 95 ALT
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Goldfield Avenue
13
Turn left onto US 95 ALT
23 mi
·
25 min
·
North Main Street
14
At end of road, turn right onto US 95
33 mi
·
39 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
15
Turn left onto US 95 Truck
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Freedom Road
Use the left lane.
16
At end of road, turn left onto US 95
24 mi
·
25 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
17
Continue on US 95
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Plymire Street
18
Continue on US 95
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
19
Continue on US 95
1.2 mi
·
3 min
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Front Street
20
Continue on US 95
35 mi
·
37 min
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Veterans Memorial Highway
21
Turn right onto NV 265
21 mi
·
22 min
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Silver Peak Road
22
Turn left onto Cinnabar Way
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
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Cinnabar Way
23
Turn left onto Silver Peak Road
17 mi
·
23 min
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Silver Peak Road
24
Continue on 3457
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Silver Peak Road
25
Turn right onto US 95
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
26
Continue on US 95
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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West Crook Avenue
27
Continue on US 95
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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South Sundog Avenue
28
Continue on US 95
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
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Veterans Memorial Highway
29
Continue on US 95
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
East Main Street
30
Arrive at destination
US 95
Trip Plan
Plan to depart Sparks in the morning to make the most of the daylight, as the 6h 15m drive duration doesn't account for stops. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $64, this is a manageable one-day trip. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially on the longer stretches of surface roads, as services might be spread out. The 310.1-mile route is direct enough that you can be flexible with your departure time, but starting early is always a good strategy for Nevada drives.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 155.1 miles from Sparks, NV, or about 3h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 163.3 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 68 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 155.1 miles or 3h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beatty, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sparks, 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 Sparks, NV
This is one driving day of about 310.1 miles and 6h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 68 miles from Sparks, 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 Veterans Memorial Highway for about 163.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
155 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 68 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 155.1 miles from Sparks, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 163.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Rest Area
0 mi from route
Rest Area
0 mi from route
ONE9 Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.2 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 124.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NV 445 / Pyramid Way
Turn left onto NV 445 / Pyramid Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
15.8 mi into trip
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~18m 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
123.2 mi into trip
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~2h 35m in
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US 95 Truck / Freedom Road
Turn left onto US 95 Truck / Freedom Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
124.5 mi into trip
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~2h 38m in
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US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$63.33 one way
$126.65 round trip
$5.19/gal
25.4 MPG avg
109 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.52 | $67.37 | $134.73 |
| premium | $5.72 | $69.82 | $139.64 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $65.32 | $130.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$63
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 108.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 93 | 1 | $32.56 | $14.88 |
| Efficient EV | 77.5 | 0 | $27.13 | $12.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 124 | 1 | $43.41 | $19.85 |
Gas CO2
108 kg
EV CO2
36 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.
Origin
Sparks, NV
Afternoon in Sparks on Wednesday
Local time
12:05 PM
PDT
Current temp
54°F
Mostly Cloudy
0 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Beatty, NV
Afternoon in Beatty on Wednesday
Local time
12:05 PM
PDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Cloudy
N 5 mph
0% chance
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
9 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
6h 15m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features 15% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on surface roads. The longest stretch without a major road change is 163.3 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. After that, you'll transition to roads like Silver Peak Road and US 95 ALT. Given the surface road profile, anticipate a consistent, rural cruising experience for the majority of the trip.
Only 15% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 163.3 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 early in the drive near NV 445 / Pyramid Way.
Driving Effort
4/10
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 6h 15m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 17 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NV 445 / Pyramid Way): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 15.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
5,704 ft
3,300 ft
Total Climb
2,758 ft
Total Descent
3,870 ft
Highest Point
5,704 ft
~243.7 mi in
Elevation Range
2,404 ft
Notable High Points
4,925 ft at ~22.2 miles
+512 ft prominence
4,386 ft at ~66.5 miles
+175 ft prominence
4,817 ft at ~199.4 miles
+142 ft prominence
5,704 ft at ~243.7 miles
+1,034 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Sparks, NV to Beatty, NV, road signs begin pointing toward Las Vegas along the way.
Las Vegas
15.8 mi in
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~18m
About the Cities
Starting in Sparks, NV
Full guide →Founded 1904
Sparks is in Nevada. It's a suburb of Reno, just east along Interstate 80.
Top landmarks
- • Washoe County Library-Sparks Branch — library building in Sparks, Nevada
- • Bank of Sparks — bank building in Sparks, United States of America
- • Mary Lee Nichols School — school building in Sparks, United States of America
Arriving in Beatty, NV
Full guide →Beatty is a small town in Nevada located between Las Vegas and Death Valley National Park.
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 6h 15m. Total distance: 310.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 15m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 163.3 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 6 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 Beatty, 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 1 meaningful breaks. There are 6 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: near the start (NV 445 / Pyramid Way): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 15.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.3 hours each way, a round trip means 12.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Beatty, NV before the return drive.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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