Origin
Carson City, NV
Night in Carson City on Wednesday
Local time
10:18 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Carson City, NV to Gardnerville Ranchos, NV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
32m
Distance
21.1 mi
34 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Carson City, NV
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Gardnerville Ranchos, NV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Carson City, NV to Gardnerville Ranchos, NV covers 21.1 miles and takes about 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Carson Street, Woodfords Road, Kimmerling Way for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.20 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
10.6 miles from Carson City, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 32m drive with frequent turns across 21.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Carson Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Carson City, NV to Gardnerville Ranchos, NV is easy. At 32m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Carson City, NV to Gardnerville Ranchos, NV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Carson Street | — | — |
| Woodfords Road | — | — |
| Kimmerling Way | — | — |
| Kimmerling Road | — | — |
| Tillman Lane | — | — |
| Patricia Way | — | — |
| Joette Drive | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Carson Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carson City, NV and Gardnerville Ranchos, NV.
1
Start on South Carson Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Carson Street
2
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Carson Street
95 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Carson Street
3
Exit the roundabout onto South Carson Street
13 mi
·
18 min
·
South Carson Street
4
Take the exit slight right
489 ft
·
13 sec
5
Turn straight onto Woodfords Road
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Woodfords Road
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Woodfords Road
72 ft
·
1 sec
·
Woodfords Road
7
Exit the roundabout onto Woodfords Road
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Woodfords Road
8
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Woodfords Road
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
Woodfords Road
9
Exit the roundabout onto Woodfords Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodfords Road
10
Turn left onto Kimmerling Way
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Kimmerling Way
11
Continue on Kimmerling Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Kimmerling Road
12
Turn right onto Tillman Lane
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Tillman Lane
13
Turn left onto Patricia Way
177 ft
·
10 sec
·
Patricia Way
14
Turn left onto Joette Drive
341 ft
·
15 sec
·
Joette Drive
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 10.6 miles from Carson City, NV, or about 16m into the drive.
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 21 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.6 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gardnerville Ranchos, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Carson City, NV.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Carson City, NV
This is one driving day of about 21.1 miles and 32m.
At 21.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.6 mi from Carson City, NV · 16m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.6 miles from Carson City, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gardnerville Ranchos, NV
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Gardnerville Ranchos, NV if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.20 one way
$8.41 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $4.45 | $8.90 |
| premium | $5.59 | $4.64 | $9.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.66 | $9.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.22 | $1.01 |
| Efficient EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Gardnerville Ranchos, NV
Night in Gardnerville Ranchos on Wednesday
Local time
10:18 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
32m 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 Carson City, NV to Gardnerville Ranchos, NV covers 21.1 miles and takes about 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Carson Street, Woodfords Road, Kimmerling Way. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.6 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 $4.20 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.
The drive from Carson City, NV to Gardnerville Ranchos, NV is easy. At 32m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Carson City, NV to Gardnerville Ranchos, NV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Carson City, NV to Gardnerville Ranchos, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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