Origin
Alamo, NV
Afternoon in Alamo on Sunday
Local time
1:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alamo, NV to Henderson, NV
Drive Time
2h 6m
Distance
106.6 mi
172 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
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6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 24m
10 AM
2h 13m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alamo, NV
Mark Direen
Henderson, NV
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Alamo to Henderson, expect a straightforward 106.6-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 6 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to move between these two Mountain West locations without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $21 for fuel to cover the distance. Because this is a direct drive with no required stops, it serves as an efficient connector between rural Nevada and the greater Henderson area. Whether you are heading into the city for business or returning home, the manageable duration makes it a practical, no-fuss transit option.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
53.3 miles from Alamo, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Only 13% of your travel occurs on major highways, meaning you will spend the bulk of your time navigating local roads. Your longest uninterrupted segment is a 72.9-mile stretch on the Great Basin Highway, which serves as the backbone of the trip. As you transition from the Great Basin Highway onto the Las Vegas Freeway and North Lamb Boulevard, the driving environment shifts significantly. Prepare for a mix of open stretches and tighter, more technical road conditions as you approach your destination.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Great Basin Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 72.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 0.1 miles in near 4469 / Broadway.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 106.6 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 0.1 miles (4469 / Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 87.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 87.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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4469 / Broadway
Turn left onto 4469 / Broadway
Navigation decision point
7
87.1 mi into trip
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~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward Lamb Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 50
Toward Lamb Boulevard
9
87.4 mi into trip
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~1h 37m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Lamb Boulevard South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Exit 50
Toward Lamb Boulevard South
7
95 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
Turn left toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South: Boulder City, Kingman, Phoenix
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / uturn lanes.
Toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South: Bo...
7
102 mi into trip
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~1h 58m in
Take the exit toward Galleria Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 64B
Toward Galleria Drive
Towns Along This Route
Between Alamo, NV and Henderson, NV, road signs point toward Lamb Boulevard South, Kingman and Phoenix.
Lamb Boulevard South
87.4 mi in
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~1h 37m
Kingman
95 mi in
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~1h 49m
Phoenix
95 mi in
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~1h 49m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Great Basin Highway | 72.9 mi | 1h 20m |
| Las Vegas Freeway | 13.4 mi | 13m |
| North Lamb Boulevard | 6.8 mi | 11m |
| Purple Heart Highway | 6.5 mi | 7m |
| North Boulder Highway | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| West Galleria Drive | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East Charleston Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| US 93 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Great Basin Highway
— 72.9 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alamo, NV and Henderson, NV.
1
Start on North Purple Sage Avenue
283 ft
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14 sec
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North Purple Sage Avenue
2
Turn left onto 4469
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
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Broadway
3
Turn right onto US 93
73 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
Great Basin Highway
4
Take the exit onto US 93
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
US 93
Toward I 15 South, US 93 South: Las Vegas
5
Merge onto I 15; US 93
13 mi
·
13 min
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Las Vegas Freeway
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 50
Toward Lamb Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 50
Toward Lamb Boulevard South
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on NV 610
6.8 mi
·
11 min
·
North Lamb Boulevard
Use the none lane.
9
Turn straight
196 ft
·
9 sec
Toward NV 159: East Charleston Boulevard
10
Turn straight onto NV 159
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Charleston Boulevard
Use the none lane.
11
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South: Boulder City, Kingman, Phoenix
Use the left / uturn lanes.
12
Merge onto I 11; US 93; US 95
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 64B
Toward Galleria Drive
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto West Galleria Drive
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Galleria Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Turn right onto North Boulder Highway
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
North Boulder Highway
Use the none lane.
16
Continue on South Boulder Highway
141 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Boulder Highway
Use the left lane.
17
Arrive at destination
North Boulder Highway
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, because the route is turn-heavy, it is wise to plan your navigation in advance to avoid confusion when transitioning between major roads like the Las Vegas Freeway and local streets. You won’t need to worry about long-haul planning, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is still smart given the $21 estimated cost. Given the lack of scheduled stops, ensure your vehicle is ready for the full 106.6-mile haul before leaving Alamo. My best tip is to double-check your GPS settings before you hit the North Lamb Boulevard segment, as the local road navigation can be trickier than the highway portions.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 53.3 miles from Alamo, NV, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.9 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.3 miles or 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Henderson, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alamo, 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 Alamo, NV
This is one driving day of about 106.6 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Alamo, NV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Great Basin Highway for about 72.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.3 mi from Alamo, NV · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.3 miles from Alamo, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Great Basin Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72.9 miles.
Arriving in Henderson, NV
The final approach into Henderson, NV usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Henderson, NV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.22 one way
$42.43 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $22.40 | $44.81 |
| premium | $5.59 | $23.45 | $46.90 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.68 | $47.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32 | 0 | $11.19 | $5.12 |
| Efficient EV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.33 | $4.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.6 | 0 | $14.92 | $6.82 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Destination
Henderson, NV
Afternoon in Henderson on Sunday
Local time
1:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°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.
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
16 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
2h 6m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alamo, NV to Henderson, NV covers 106.6 miles and takes about 2h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Great Basin Highway, Las Vegas Freeway, North Lamb Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.3 miles from Alamo, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.22 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 106.6 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (4469 / Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 87.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 87.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Alamo, NV and Henderson, NV, road signs point toward Lamb Boulevard South, Kingman and Phoenix.
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