Traveling from Yerington to Enterprise covers 366.2 miles across Nevada’s rugged Mountain West landscape. You should plan for approximately 7 hours and 8 minutes of driving time, making this a long but manageable single-day excursion. With a fuel budget of roughly $73, you will navigate a mix of routes including Veterans Memorial Highway, Pahrump Valley Highway, and Silver Peak Road. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive, it demands more focus than a simple interstate cruise. Whether you tackle it in one go or prefer a slower pace, keep in mind that the route requires two planned stops to stay refreshed. It is a straightforward trip for those comfortable with regional Nevada highways, providing a direct link between the two locations.
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
183.1 miles from Yerington, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 39m 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
US 95 ALT
19 mi
20m
Blue Diamond Road
6.7 mi
8m
East Main Street
6.2 mi
8m
South Main Street
4.9 mi
6m
Freedom Road
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 209.1 mi, about 3h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yerington, NV and Enterprise, NV.
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Start on Pacific Street
88 ft·7 sec·Pacific Street
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Turn right onto NV 208
4.9 mi·6 min·South Main Street
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Continue on US 95 ALT
19 mi·20 min·US 95 ALT
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At end of road, turn right onto US 95
33 mi·39 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
5
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
10
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
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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
15
Turn right onto US 95
4.4 mi·5 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on US 95
0.5 mi·1 min·West Crook Avenue
17
Continue on US 95
0.4 mi·1 min·South Sundog Avenue
18
Continue on US 95
60 mi·1 hr 4 min·Veterans Memorial Highway
19
Continue on US 95
6.2 mi·8 min·East Main Street
20
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
24
Turn left onto South Rainbow Boulevard
0.3 mi·35 sec·South Rainbow Boulevard
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Turn right onto West Pebble Road
0.2 mi·28 sec·West Pebble Road
26
Turn right onto Inspiration Drive
452 ft·21 sec·Inspiration Drive
27
Turn right onto Tangled Vines Avenue
496 ft·27 sec·Tangled Vines Avenue
28
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
To make the most of your 7-hour and 8-minute journey, aim for an early morning departure to ensure you reach Enterprise before nightfall. Since the route involves two necessary stops, look for service points along the Veterans Memorial Highway to break up the 209.1-mile primary stretch. Keep your fuel budget of $73 in mind and top off your tank before heading into the more remote sections of the drive. Given the turn-heavy nature of the local roads, ensure your vehicle is prepped for constant steering adjustments and varied speeds. A pro tip for this route: since highway usage is limited to just 5%, prioritize checking your tire pressure and fluid levels before you leave Yerington to handle the winding local roads with confidence.
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 183.1 miles from Yerington, NV, or about 3h 39m 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 81 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 183.1 miles or 3h 39m 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 57m
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 Yerington, 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 Yerington, NV
This is one driving day of about 366.2 miles and 7h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 miles from Yerington, 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 366 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|NV 208 / South Main Street
Turn right onto NV 208 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
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23.9 mi into trip|~26m in|US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
At end of road, turn right onto US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Navigation decision point
5
56.6 mi into trip|~1h 6m 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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57.9 mi into trip|~1h 9m 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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366 mi into trip|~7h 7m in|Inspiration Drive
Turn right onto Inspiration Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$64.89 one way
$129.78 round trip
$4.50/gal25.4 MPG avg128 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.82
$69.49
$138.98
premium
$5.04
$72.69
$145.38
diesel
$4.80
$69.15
$138.29
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$65
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$90–$115
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 128.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
109.9
1
$38.45
$17.58
Efficient EV
91.6
1
$32.04
$14.65
EV Truck/SUV
146.5
1
$51.27
$23.44
Gas CO2
128 kg
EV CO2
43 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Yerington, NV
Night
in Yerington on Saturday
Local time
10:29 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Clear
W 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Enterprise, NV
Night
in Enterprise on Saturday
Local time
10:29 PM
PDT
Current temp
84°F
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
S 9 mph15% 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
27 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 8m 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 366.2
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, as this route is characterized by its turn-heavy, local nature rather than high-speed interstate travel. Only 5% of your journey will be on major highways, so prepare for varied road conditions that require your full attention. You will spend the bulk of your time on secondary roads, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 209.1 miles along the Veterans Memorial Highway. As you transition between these different segments, the road’s personality shifts from open stretches to more technical local driving. This makes for an engaging drive that forces you to stay alert and adapt to the changing rhythm of the Nevada landscape.
Only 5% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
29 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 early in the drive near NV 208 / South Main Street.
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 8m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 14 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NV 208 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.9 miles (US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Navigation decision point; at 56.6 miles (US 95 Truck / Freedom Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 8m. Total distance: 366.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 8m 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 4 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 4 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 208 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 23.9 miles (US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway): Navigation decision point; at 56.6 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 7.1 hours each way, a round trip means 14.3 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.
