Wells, NV Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 1 heading in, Wells, NV works well as a modest departure point in the Mountain West. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground โ the average trip runs 360 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Routes from Wells, NV spread mainly west and south, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
392 mi
Henderson, NV
Quickest Drive
5h 31m
Sparks, NV
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Continue From Wells, NV
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Wells, NV
Driving from Wells, NV
On average, trips departing from Wells, NV run 360 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 24m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 392 miles (7h 34m), while the shortest is just 336 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Wells, NV include Henderson, NV (392 mi, 7h 34m), Las Vegas, NV (380.3 mi, 7h 14m), Carson City, NV (354.9 mi, 6h 6m), Reno, NV (339.2 mi, 5h 37m), and Sparks, NV (335.5 mi, 5h 31m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in NV currently averages around $4.95 per gallon. For the typical 360-mile trip from Wells, NV, budget about $70 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west โ leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Wells, NV and 1 routes heading into Wells, NV, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 336 to 392 miles.
The longest mapped route from Wells, NV covers 392 miles and takes approximately 7h 34m. Shorter options start at just 336 miles.
The average route from Wells, NV runs about 360 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 24m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.95/gallon for regular), the average 360-mile trip from Wells, NV costs roughly $70 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Wells, NV include Henderson, NV, Las Vegas, NV, Carson City, NV and Reno, NV. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Wells, NV by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
1,184
Median Income
$75,962
Median Home Value
$213,500
Median Age
38.2
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Wells, NV
Wells is a small town in Elko County in Northern Nevada, with a population in 2010 of just under 1300. It grew up in the 19th century because it offered a water supply on the trail (and later the railroad) to California. It's nowadays a casino town and rest stop on the long highway from Salt Lake City to Reno and Sacramento.
Like other north Nevada towns, Wells is at mile-high altitude with a semi-arid climate.
1 Angel Lake. (updated Apr 2018) Gambling opportunities are easy to find in any Nevada town, though table games such as blackjack can be harder to come by in some of the smaller ones. At the very least, many truck stops and convenience stores offer slot machines, video poker, and other automated betting. Some of the larger casino space in Wells can be found at the 4-Way Bar/Cafe. Rural Nevada is the only part of the United States with legal, licensed brothels. Wells is home to two of them, both relegated to the other side of the train tracks from the main part of town, with a dedicated access road between 10th Street and the highway to keep them somewhat secluded and out of sight.
1 Bella's Espresso House, 143 Highway 93 (between 6th Street and the freeway at exit 352), โ +1 775 752-2226, [email protected]. 7AMโ9PM daily. Full service restaurant despite the coffee shop name. 2 Four Way Bar Cafe and Casino, 1440 6th Street, โ +1 775 752-3344. 3 Betaso's Restaurant & Bar, 755 Humboldt Ave (just north of exit 351), โ +1 775-752-3670. Mexican-American food. Part of a complex that includes motel space, an RV park, and a plug-in station for electric cars.
1 Griff's Wagon Wheel Motel, 340 6th Street, โ +1 775 752-2151. 2 Lonestar Motel, 676 6th Street, โ +1 775 752-3633. 3 Motel 6, 1561 6th Street, โ +1 775 752-2116, fax: +1 775 752-3192. 4 Rest Inn Suites Motel, 1509 6th Street, โ +1 775 752-2277. 5 Sharon Motel, 635 6th Street, โ +1 775 752-3232. 6 Shellcrest Motel, 573 6th Street, โ +1 775 752-2030.
As a rural junction town, Wells is easiest to get to by car. From points east and west, Interstate 80 runs right to Wells at exits 351 and 352. From the north and south, U.S. Highway 93 runs through Wells and meets I-80 at exit 352. There is a speed trap just outside of town on I-80, so when you see the speed limit drop, follow it strictly until it rises again.
6th Street intersects Highway 93 a block north of the freeway and can be used to access nearly every hotel in Wells.
Travel tips adapted from Wells (Nevada) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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