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Trip from Sunrise Manor, NV to Reno, NV

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

8h 39m

Distance

431.7 mi

695 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$86

one way

EV Charging

Fair

2 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
8h 31m ★
6 AM
8h 39m
8 AM
8h 55m
10 AM
8h 45m
12 PM
8h 43m
3 PM
8h 45m
5 PM
8h 54m
8 PM
8h 35m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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census designated place in Clark County, Nevada, United States

Sunrise Manor, NV

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city in and county seat of Washoe County, Nevada, United States

Reno, NV

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Trip Overview

This 431.7-mile journey from Sunrise Manor, NV, to Reno, NV, is estimated to take 8 hours and 39 minutes, suggesting it's best enjoyed over two days rather than a single, long day trip. You'll navigate primarily on Veterans Memorial Highway and US 95 ALT, with a smaller portion on Silver Peak Road, offering a route that's more about the journey itself than high-speed travel. With a projected fuel cost of $86 and two recommended stops, this drive through the Mountain West region provides a practical, turn-heavy local experience. Consider this route if you prefer a more involved driving experience with a moderate pace.

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

215.9 miles from Sunrise Manor, NV

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 17m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Veterans Memorial Highway 262.3 mi 4h 50m
US 95 ALT 50 mi 58m
Silver Peak Road 45.6 mi 57m
USA Parkway 19.6 mi 30m
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway 18.6 mi 21m
East Cheyenne Avenue 7.4 mi 12m
Purple Heart Highway 7 mi 8m
West Main Street 6.2 mi 8m
Longest stretch: Veterans Memorial Highway — 262.3 mi, about 4h 50m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sunrise Manor, NV and Reno, NV.

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Start on this road

126 ft · 11 sec · this road
2

Turn right

90 ft · 9 sec
3

Turn right onto Alto Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Alto Avenue
4

Turn right onto North Lamb Boulevard

0.5 mi · 52 sec · North Lamb Boulevard
5

Turn left onto NV 574

7.4 mi · 12 min · East Cheyenne Avenue
Use the left lane.
6

Turn right onto NV 599

1.9 mi · 3 min · North Rancho Drive
7

Turn left onto NV 573

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Craig Road
8

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 30 sec
Toward I 11 North, US 95 North: Tonopah, Reno Use the right lane.
9

Merge onto I 11; US 95

7.0 mi · 8 min · Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Continue on US 95

99 mi · 1 hr 48 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on US 95

0.2 mi · 46 sec · South 2nd Street
12

Turn right onto US 95

6.2 mi · 8 min · West Main Street
13

Continue on US 95

60 mi · 1 hr 4 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
14

Continue on US 95

0.4 mi · 1 min · South Sundog Avenue
15

Continue on US 95

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Crook Avenue
16

Continue on US 95

4.4 mi · 5 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
17

Turn left onto 3457

25 mi · 35 min · Silver Peak Road
18

Turn right onto Cinnabar Way

0.1 mi · 28 sec · Cinnabar Way
19

Turn slight right onto Silver Peak Road

21 mi · 22 min · Silver Peak Road
20

At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 95

35 mi · 37 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
21

Continue on US 95

1.2 mi · 3 min · Front Street
22

Continue on US 95

7.8 mi · 8 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
23

Continue on US 95

0.9 mi · 2 min · Plymire Street
24

Continue on US 95

23 mi · 25 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
25

Take the exit onto US 95 Truck

1.3 mi · 2 min · US 95 Truck
26

Take the exit onto US 95 Truck

324 ft · 12 sec · US 95 Truck
27

Merge onto US 95

33 mi · 39 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
28

Turn left onto US 95 ALT

23 mi · 25 min · US 95 ALT
29

Turn right onto US 95 ALT

1.0 mi · 2 min · Goldfield Avenue
30

Turn right onto US 95 ALT

27 mi · 32 min · US 95 ALT
31

Turn left onto Ramsey Weeks Cutoff

3.4 mi · 5 min · Ramsey Weeks Cutoff
32

Turn right onto US 50

0.9 mi · 1 min · California Emigrant Trail
33

Enter roundabout onto NV 439

267 ft · 3 sec · USA Parkway
34

Continue on NV 439

20 mi · 30 min · USA Parkway
35

Merge onto I 80

19 mi · 21 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
36

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 45 sec
Exit 13 Toward US 395 BUS: Downtown Reno
37

Continue on East 8th Street

400 ft · 18 sec · East 8th Street
38

Turn left onto US 395 BUS

0.4 mi · 1 min · North Virginia Street
39

Turn left onto East 4th Street

202 ft · 8 sec · East 4th Street
40

Turn right

171 ft · 11 sec
41

Turn right

105 ft · 7 sec
42

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 8-hour and 39-minute drive, splitting it over two days is highly recommended, allowing for leisurely exploration and rest. Plan your departure to maximize daylight, especially given the 'turn-heavy local drive' nature of the route. With two suggested stops and a longest stretch of 262.3 miles, you can strategically plan your breaks to coincide with these points. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $86, and services might be more spread out on the non-highway portions. A specific tip for this route: be prepared for the transition as you move from Veterans Memorial Highway onto US 95 ALT; it often signifies a change in the surrounding landscape and potential services.

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 215.9 miles from Sunrise Manor, NV, or about 4h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 262.3 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 1h 52m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 215.9 miles or 4h 17m 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 215.9 miles or 4h 17m

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 17m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Reno, NV than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Sunrise Manor, 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 Sunrise Manor, NV

Aim for roughly 216 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Reno, NV

Aim for roughly 216 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 95 miles from Sunrise Manor, 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 262.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Mammoth Lakes, CA, CA

Mid-route town

Overnight candidate

Mammoth Lakes, CA

216 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Mammoth Lakes, CA

Overnight Options

Night 1

Mammoth Lakes, CA

216 mi · about 4.3h in

A practical overnight split lands near Mammoth Lakes, CA after about 216 miles or 4.3 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Sandy Valley, NV

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 95 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lone Pine, CA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 215.9 miles from Sunrise Manor, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 262.3 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 216 miles or 4.3 hours on the road.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

EV Connect Charging Station

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 339.2

Schurz, Nevada

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 123.4

Beatty, NV

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Area 51 Alien Center

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 92.5

Amargosa Valley, Nevada

Hours: 5 am–11 pm

+17753721500

Visit website

Puzzle Room Reno

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 431.7

Reno, Nevada

Hours: 12–8:30 pm

+17755255576

Visit website

Riverwalk @ South Virginia St. Reno, Nv.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 431.7

Reno, Nevada

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

Rancho San Rafael Regional Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 431.7

Reno, Nevada

Hours: 8 am–7 pm

+17757854512

Visit website

Wilbur D. May Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 431.7

Reno, Nevada

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17757855961

Visit website

Goldfield Art Car Park Gallery

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 185

Goldfield, Nevada

+17754853789

Visit website

The International Car Forest

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 185

Goldfield, NV

Hours: Open 24 hours

+17753196383

Visit website

Fleischmann Planetarium

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 431.7

Reno, Nevada

Hours: Closed

+17757844812

Visit website

Torrance Ranch Preserve

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 123.4

Beatty, Nevada

Hours: 6 am–7:30 pm

+17753224990

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 26

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 431 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Alto Avenue

Turn right onto Alto Avenue

Navigation decision point

6
11 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the ramp toward I 11 North, US 95 North: Tonopah, Reno

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward I 11 North, US 95 North: Tonopah, Reno
5
11.4 mi into trip | ~20m in | I 11; US 95 / Purple Heart Highway

Merge onto I 11; US 95 / Purple Heart Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
431 mi into trip | ~8h 36m in

Take the exit toward US 395 BUS: Downtown Reno

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 13 Toward US 395 BUS: Downtown Reno

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$86.00 one way

$172.00 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 151 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $91.01 $182.03
premium $5.59 $95.02 $190.05
diesel $5.61 $95.31 $190.63

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: 151 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $45 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 129.5 1 $45.33 $20.72
Efficient EV 107.9 1 $37.77 $17.27
EV Truck/SUV 172.7 2 $60.44 $27.63

Gas CO2

151 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 16, 2026

Origin

Sunrise Manor, NV

Evening in Sunrise Manor on Saturday

Local time

6:21 PM

PDT

Current temp

84°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 23 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 4:11PM PDT until April 17 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Elko NV

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 12:28PM PDT until April 17 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV

Destination

Reno, NV

Evening in Reno on Saturday

Local time

6:21 PM

PDT

Current temp

56°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.

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

28 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

8h 39m 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

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...

7 mi from route ~18 min detour Free near mile 14.9
Park Closure: South Unit temporarily closed south of Grand Teton Drive; Trailheads remain open.
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile for this 431.7-mile trip, with only 16% of the route on highways. This means you'll encounter a variety of road types, including Veterans Memorial Highway, US 95 ALT, and Silver Peak Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll cover is 262.3 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a significant period of consistent driving before you need to adjust to different road conditions. The drive's character suggests a more engaging experience than a straightforward interstate cruise, requiring your attention as you navigate through different terrains.

Only 16% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
42 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 262.3 mi on Veterans Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 26 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 431.7 miles you will encounter 26 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (Alto Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 11 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Arriving in Reno, NV

Full guide →

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.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

8h 39m 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 262.3 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 216 miles on day one.

Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza 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 Reno, 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 1 rest area 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: Navigation decision point; near the start (Alto Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 11 miles: Lane positioning matters here. 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 8.7 hours each way, a round trip means 17.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Reno, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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