Origin
Enterprise, NV
Afternoon in Enterprise on Sunday
Local time
3:05 PM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Enterprise, NV to Alamo, NV
Drive Time
2h 4m
Distance
108.7 mi
175 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Loading...
station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 56m
★
6 AM
2h 4m
8 AM
2h 22m
10 AM
2h 11m
12 PM
2h 9m
3 PM
2h 11m
5 PM
2h 21m
8 PM
1h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Enterprise, NV
Abhishek Navlakha
Alamo, NV
Mark Direen
Trip Overview
Traveling from Enterprise to Alamo covers 108.7 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 4 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Las Vegas Freeway, Blue Diamond Road, and the Great Basin Highway. Budget approximately $22 for fuel to complete the journey comfortably. Both locations sit within the Mountain West region, meaning you will remain in the same geographic landscape for the duration of your drive. It is a straightforward transit that works well for those looking to reach Alamo efficiently.
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
54.4 miles from Enterprise, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Only 28% of this journey is spent on highways, so you should be prepared for more frequent changes in road conditions compared to a standard interstate cruise. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs on the Great Basin Highway, where you will cover 73.2 miles before the road profile shifts. While the route is not a monotonous highway grind, the mix of local roads and highway stretches keeps the driving experience varied. You will feel the transition from suburban-adjacent roads to the more open, regional layout as you progress toward Alamo.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 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 73.2 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 0.1 miles in near Inspiration Drive.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 4m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Inspiration Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (NV 160 / Blue Diamond Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Inspiration Drive
Turn right onto Inspiration Drive
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
NV 160 / Blue Diamond Road
At end of road, turn right onto NV 160 / Blue Diamond Road
Navigation decision point
6
4.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
5
4.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 15 / Las Vegas Freeway
Merge onto I 15 / Las Vegas Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
35 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
US 93
Take the exit onto US 93 toward US 93 North: Ely
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 64
Toward US 93 North: Ely
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Great Basin Highway | 73.2 mi | 1h 21m |
| Las Vegas Freeway | 30.2 mi | 33m |
| Blue Diamond Road | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Broadway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| US 93 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Inspiration Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Tangled Vines Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Purple Sage Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Great Basin Highway
— 73.2 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enterprise, NV and Alamo, NV.
1
Start on Ruby Moon Drive
95 ft
·
6 sec
·
Ruby Moon Drive
2
Turn right onto Tangled Vines Avenue
496 ft
·
24 sec
·
Tangled Vines Avenue
3
Turn right onto Inspiration Drive
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Inspiration Drive
4
At end of road, turn right onto NV 160
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Blue Diamond Road
5
Continue on NV 160
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Blue Diamond Road
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 15
30 mi
·
33 min
·
Las Vegas Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto US 93
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 93
Exit 64
Toward US 93 North: Ely
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on US 93
73 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
Great Basin Highway
10
Turn left onto 4469
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Broadway
11
Turn right onto North Purple Sage Avenue
283 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Purple Sage Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
North Purple Sage Avenue
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. With no mandatory stops listed, you can easily complete the 108.7-mile stretch in one go, but keeping your fuel tank in check is wise given the $22 estimated cost. Make sure to account for the technical nature of the turn-heavy segments when calculating your travel time, as these sections may require a slower, more deliberate pace. A helpful tip for this route is to prioritize your fuel stops before leaving the Enterprise area, as it ensures you have a full tank for the 73.2-mile stretch on the Great Basin Highway where options may be more limited.
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 54.4 miles from Enterprise, NV, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.2 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.4 miles or 1h 3m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alamo, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Enterprise, NV so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Enterprise, NV
This is one driving day of about 108.7 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Enterprise, 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 73.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.4 mi from Enterprise, NV · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 54.4 miles from Enterprise, 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 73.2 miles.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.63 one way
$43.27 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $22.84 | $45.69 |
| premium | $5.59 | $23.91 | $47.82 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $24.15 | $48.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.6 | 0 | $11.41 | $5.22 |
| Efficient EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.51 | $4.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.5 | 0 | $15.22 | $6.96 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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
Alamo, NV
Afternoon in Alamo on Sunday
Local time
3:05 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.
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
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 4m 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 Enterprise, NV to Alamo, NV covers 108.7 miles and takes about 2h 4m 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, Blue Diamond Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.4 miles from Enterprise, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.63 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 straightforward 2h 4m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Inspiration Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (NV 160 / Blue Diamond Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Enterprise, NV to Alamo, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Was this route helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Alamo, NV
More from Enterprise, NV
More trips to Alamo, NV
Explore more options from Enterprise, NV or browse trips ending in Alamo, NV.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse NV road trips.
Explore maps for Enterprise, NV or Alamo, NV on MapSof.net.