Origin
Ely, NV
Afternoon in Ely on Sunday
Local time
4:07 PM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ely, NV to Las Vegas, NV
Drive Time
4h 33m
Distance
241 mi
388 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 21m
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6 AM
4h 34m
8 AM
5h 1m
10 AM
4h 43m
12 PM
4h 41m
3 PM
4h 45m
5 PM
4h 59m
8 PM
4h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ely, NV
𝓢𝓱𝓪𝓷𝓮 𝓦𝓮𝓼𝓽 ™
Las Vegas, NV
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
Traveling from Ely to Las Vegas covers 241 miles through the heart of Nevada’s Mountain West. You can expect about 4 hours and 33 minutes of drive time, making this a manageable journey to complete in a single day. Your route primarily utilizes Sunnyside Road, the Great Basin Highway, and the Grand Army of the Republic Highway. Budgeting approximately $48 for fuel is a smart move before you head out. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate shot, it requires more focus than your average highway cruise. Whether you are heading south for business or leisure, this direct path offers a straightforward transition between these two Nevada hubs.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
120.5 miles from Ely, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a unique personality, characterized more by technical local roads than high-speed interstate travel. With only 9% of the journey on major highways, you will spend the vast majority of your time navigating secondary routes. Be prepared for a significant 109.4-mile stretch on Sunnyside Road, which represents the longest uninterrupted portion of your trip. The road is notably turn-heavy, so expect to stay engaged behind the wheel as the scenery shifts through the Nevada landscape. While it lacks the monotony of a typical interstate grind, the constant changes in direction mean you should remain attentive to the road conditions throughout the entire 241-mile trek.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sunnyside Road is the longest continuous segment at about 109.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 around 219.3 miles in near US 93.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 33m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 219.3 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 219.7 miles (I 15; US 93 / Las Vegas Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 239.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
219.3 mi into trip
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~4h 8m in
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US 93
Take the exit onto US 93 toward I 15 South, US 93 South: Las Vegas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 15 South, US 93 South: Las Vegas
5
219.7 mi into trip
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~4h 9m in
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I 15; US 93 / Las Vegas Freeway
Merge onto I 15; US 93 / Las Vegas Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
239.9 mi into trip
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~4h 31m in
Take the exit toward Washington Avenue, D Street, City Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 44
Toward Washington Avenue, D Street, City Parkwa...
5
240.2 mi into trip
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~4h 32m in
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D Street
Turn left onto D Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
240.4 mi into trip
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~4h 32m in
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NV 579 / West Bonanza Road
Turn left onto NV 579 / West Bonanza Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunnyside Road | 109.4 mi | 2h 4m |
| Great Basin Highway | 85 mi | 1h 34m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 22.2 mi | 24m |
| Las Vegas Freeway | 20.2 mi | 21m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Mill Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Bonanza Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| US 93 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunnyside Road
— 109.4 mi, about 2h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ely, NV and Las Vegas, NV.
1
Start on 6769
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Campton Street
2
Turn left onto Murry Street
360 ft
·
17 sec
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Murry Street
3
Turn right onto Weber Avenue
255 ft
·
14 sec
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Weber Avenue
4
Turn left onto 6768
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Mill Street
5
Continue on 6768
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Murry Street
6
Turn right onto US 6
22 mi
·
24 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
7
Turn left onto NV 318
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Sunnyside Road
8
Continue on NV 318
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on NV 318
99 mi
·
1 hr 52 min
·
Sunnyside Road
10
Turn right onto US 93
85 mi
·
1 hr 34 min
·
Great Basin Highway
11
Take the exit onto US 93
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
US 93
Toward I 15 South, US 93 South: Las Vegas
12
Merge onto I 15; US 93
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Las Vegas Freeway
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 44
Toward Washington Avenue, D Street, City Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on this road
473 ft
·
19 sec
·
this road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto D Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
D Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
16
Continue on D Street
418 ft
·
15 sec
·
D Street
17
Turn left onto NV 579
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Bonanza Road
Use the none lane.
18
Arrive at destination
NV 579
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 33-minute drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop along the way to break up the technical sections. Since the route relies heavily on local roads, departing early in the morning allows you to navigate the turns during daylight hours when visibility is best. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, especially during that 109.4-mile stretch on Sunnyside Road where services may be limited. Because this route is a single-day commitment, the flexibility of your departure time is your biggest advantage. A practical tip: ensure your vehicle is serviced and your tires are properly inflated before departure, as the winding nature of this drive puts more demand on your car than a standard highway route.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 120.5 miles from Ely, NV, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.4 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 120.5 miles or 2h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Las Vegas, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ely, 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 Ely, NV
This is one driving day of about 241 miles and 4h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ely, NV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Sunnyside Road for about 109.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 120.5 mi from Ely, NV · 2h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
121 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 120.5 miles from Ely, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Sunnyside Road if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.4 miles.
Arriving in Las Vegas, NV
The final approach into Las Vegas, 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 Las Vegas, NV.
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
$47.96 one way
$95.93 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
84 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $50.65 | $101.30 |
| premium | $5.59 | $53.01 | $106.02 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $53.54 | $107.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 72.3 | 0 | $25.30 | $11.57 |
| Efficient EV | 60.3 | 0 | $21.09 | $9.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 96.4 | 1 | $33.74 | $15.42 |
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Las Vegas, NV
Afternoon in Las Vegas on Sunday
Local time
4:07 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
24 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
4h 33m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Ely, NV to Las Vegas, NV covers 241 miles and takes about 4h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunnyside Road, Great Basin Highway, Grand Army of the Republic Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 120.5 miles from Ely, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.96 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 33m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 219.3 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 219.7 miles (I 15; US 93 / Las Vegas Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 239.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Ely, NV to Las Vegas, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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