Origin
Carson City, NV
Afternoon in Carson City on Sunday
Local time
4:16 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Carson City, NV to Alamo, NV
Drive Time
8h 2m
Distance
384.3 mi
618 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$76
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 54m
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6 AM
8h 2m
8 AM
8h 19m
10 AM
8h 8m
12 PM
8h 7m
3 PM
8h 9m
5 PM
8h 19m
8 PM
7h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Carson City, NV
Abhishek Navlakha
Alamo, NV
Mark Direen
Trip Overview
Spanning 384.3 miles across Nevada’s rugged Mountain West, this journey from Carson City to Alamo takes approximately 8 hours and 2 minutes of driving time. Because of the duration and the turn-heavy nature of the local roads, I strongly recommend splitting this trip over 2 days rather than attempting it in one go. You should budget about $76 for fuel, though you should always account for fluctuating gas prices in remote areas. Your path will take you along Veterans Memorial Highway, the Extraterrestrial Highway, and the Grand Army of the Republic Highway. It is a significant cross-state undertaking, so plan your schedule accordingly to avoid fatigue.
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
192.2 miles from Carson City, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 54m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a technical and engaging experience, as this route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. With only 7% of the trip consisting of highway driving, you will spend most of your time navigating smaller roads that demand your full attention. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 132 miles along Veterans Memorial Highway, which will test your endurance behind the wheel. As you transition between these segments, the road’s personality shifts from standard regional thoroughfares to more localized, twisting paths. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience that requires focus through every turn.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 132 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 20 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Musser Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 384.3 miles you will encounter 20 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: at 0.1 miles (East Musser Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (North Stewart Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (East William Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Musser Street
Turn right onto East Musser Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Stewart Street
Turn left onto North Stewart Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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East William Street
Turn right onto East William Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1.9 mi into trip
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~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 580 North, US 395 North: Reno
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 580 North, US 395 North: Reno
7
1.9 mi into trip
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~3m in
Turn right toward US 50 East: Dayton, Fallon
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 39
Toward US 50 East: Dayton, Fallon
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 132 mi | 2h 26m |
| Extraterrestrial Highway | 84 mi | 2h 4m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 27.5 mi | 30m |
| US 95 ALT | 26.7 mi | 32m |
| North Main Street | 23.3 mi | 25m |
| Grand Army Highway | 21.8 mi | 23m |
| California Emigrant Trail | 17.6 mi | 21m |
| Warm Springs Road | 14.4 mi | 17m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 132 mi, about 2h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carson City, NV and Alamo, NV.
1
Start on US 395 BUS
284 ft
·
12 sec
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South Carson Street
2
Turn right onto East Musser Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
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East Musser Street
Use the none lane.
3
Turn left onto North Stewart Street
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
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North Stewart Street
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto East William Street
1.3 mi
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2 min
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East William Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
172 ft
·
2 sec
Toward I 580 North, US 395 North: Reno
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right
161 ft
·
3 sec
Exit 39
Toward US 50 East: Dayton, Fallon
7
Continue on East William Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
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East William Street
Toward US 50 East: Dayton, Fallon
8
Continue on US 50
12 mi
·
18 min
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Lincoln Highway
Toward Dayton, Fallon
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on US 50
18 mi
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21 min
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California Emigrant Trail
10
Turn right onto Ramsey Weeks Cutoff
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
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
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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
·
Front Street
20
Continue on US 95
68 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
21
Continue on US 6; US 95
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
22
Continue on US 6; US 95
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Erie Street
23
Turn left onto US 6
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
24
Continue on US 6
22 mi
·
23 min
·
Grand Army Highway
25
Continue on US 6
16 mi
·
16 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
26
Turn right onto NV 375
84 mi
·
2 hr 4 min
·
Extraterrestrial Highway
27
Continue on NV 375
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Warm Springs Road
28
Merge onto NV 318
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
·
Sunnyside Road
29
Turn right onto US 93
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Great Basin Highway
30
Turn right onto 4469
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
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Broadway
31
Turn right onto North Purple Sage Avenue
283 ft
·
9 sec
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North Purple Sage Avenue
32
Arrive at destination
North Purple Sage Avenue
Trip Plan
To manage the 384.3-mile distance effectively, plan for at least 2 dedicated stops to stretch your legs and refresh. Since the route relies heavily on local roads, avoid departing too late in the afternoon to ensure you aren't navigating unfamiliar turns after dark. Given the length of the longest stretch—132 miles—make sure your fuel tank is topped off before leaving major points along the Veterans Memorial Highway. My best advice for this specific journey is to prioritize your overnight stop halfway to keep your daily drive time manageable. Staying flexible with your pace will make the transition between these Nevada regions much more enjoyable.
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 192.2 miles from Carson City, NV, or about 3h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 132 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 85 miles or 1h 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 192.2 miles or 3h 54m 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 192.2 miles or 3h 54m
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 6h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alamo, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Carson City, 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 Carson City, NV
Aim for roughly 192 miles and 4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Alamo, NV
Aim for roughly 192 miles and 4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 85 miles from Carson City, 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 132 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 192.2 mi from Carson City, NV · 3h 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
192 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, CAOvernight Options
Night 1
192 mi · about 4h in
A practical overnight split lands near Mammoth Lakes, CA after about 192 miles or 4 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 85 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 192.2 miles from Carson City, 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 132 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 192 miles or 4 hours on the road.
Arriving in Alamo, NV
The final approach into Alamo, 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 Alamo, NV.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Alamo, NV with some flexibility left in the schedule.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$76.48 one way
$152.96 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
135 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $80.76 | $161.53 |
| premium | $5.59 | $84.53 | $169.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $85.38 | $170.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$76
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$206–$316
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 134.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 115.3 | 1 | $40.35 | $18.45 |
| Efficient EV | 96.1 | 1 | $33.63 | $15.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 153.7 | 1 | $53.80 | $24.60 |
Gas CO2
134 kg
EV CO2
45 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.
Destination
Alamo, NV
Afternoon in Alamo on Sunday
Local time
4:16 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°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
4 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
8h 2m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Carson City, NV to Alamo, NV covers 384.3 miles and takes about 8h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Extraterrestrial Highway, Grand Army of the Republic Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 192 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 192.2 miles from Carson City, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $76.48 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 384.3 miles you will encounter 20 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Musser Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (North Stewart Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (East William Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Carson City, NV to Alamo, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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