Origin
Enterprise, NV
Afternoon in Enterprise on Sunday
Local time
2:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Enterprise, NV to Ely, NV
Drive Time
4h 51m
Distance
254.8 mi
410 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 38m
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6 AM
4h 51m
8 AM
5h 18m
10 AM
5h 1m
12 PM
4h 58m
3 PM
5h 2m
5 PM
5h 17m
8 PM
4h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Enterprise, NV
Abhishek Navlakha
Ely, NV
𝓢𝓱𝓪𝓷𝓮 𝓦𝓮𝓼𝓽 ™
Trip Overview
Traveling from Enterprise to Ely covers a distance of 254.8 miles through the Nevada Mountain West. You should budget approximately 4 hours and 51 minutes of driving time, making it a manageable, albeit long, day trip. Your journey utilizes a combination of the Las Vegas Freeway, Great Basin Highway, and Sunnyside Road. With an estimated fuel cost of $51, it is a relatively affordable trek, provided you plan accordingly. Because the route is turn-heavy and local in nature, you will want to stay alert behind the wheel. Given the duration, a single stop is recommended to break up the drive and ensure you arrive in Ely refreshed.
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
127.4 miles from Enterprise, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a unique experience on this route, as it is classified as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate cruise. Only 12% of the journey consists of highway driving, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads that demand your full attention. The longest uninterrupted section is a 109.4-mile stretch on Sunnyside Road, which serves as the backbone of your trip. As you transition between the Las Vegas Freeway and the local backroads, the character of the pavement changes significantly. Prepare for a more engaging, hands-on driving experience that requires careful navigation throughout the 254.8-mile distance.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 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 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 4h 51m drive. You will face about 13 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 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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Inspiration Drive
Turn right onto Inspiration Drive
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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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
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~8m in
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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
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~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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sunnyside Road | 109.4 mi | 2h 4m |
| Great Basin Highway | 85.2 mi | 1h 35m |
| Las Vegas Freeway | 30.2 mi | 33m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 22.2 mi | 24m |
| Blue Diamond Road | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Mill Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Murry Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunnyside Road
— 109.4 mi, about 2h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Enterprise, NV and Ely, 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
85 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
Great Basin Highway
10
Turn left onto NV 318
99 mi
·
1 hr 52 min
·
Sunnyside Road
11
Continue on NV 318
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
12
Continue on NV 318
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Sunnyside Road
13
At end of road, turn right onto US 6
22 mi
·
24 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
14
Turn left onto 6768
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Murry Street
15
Continue on 6768
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mill Street
16
Turn right onto Weber Avenue
255 ft
·
16 sec
·
Weber Avenue
17
Turn left onto Murry Street
360 ft
·
17 sec
·
Murry Street
18
Turn right onto Hayes Street
296 ft
·
13 sec
·
Hayes Street
19
Turn left onto 6769
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
Campton Street
20
Arrive at destination
6769
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 51-minute journey, aim for a morning departure to ensure you reach Ely before dark. Since you only have one planned stop along the way, choose your break location carefully to maximize your comfort during the long 109.4-mile stretch on Sunnyside Road. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $51 estimated cost can fluctuate depending on where you choose to fill up along these rural sections. Given the turn-heavy profile of the road, prioritize vehicle maintenance checks before heading out. Staying flexible with your pace will help you manage the technical nature of the route without feeling rushed.
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 127.4 miles from Enterprise, NV, or about 2h 25m 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 127.4 miles or 2h 25m 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 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ely, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Enterprise, 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 Enterprise, NV
This is one driving day of about 254.8 miles and 4h 51m.
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.
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 127.4 mi from Enterprise, NV · 2h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
127 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 127.4 miles from Enterprise, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Sunnyside Road if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.4 miles.
Arriving in Ely, NV
The final approach into Ely, 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 Ely, 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
$50.71 one way
$101.42 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
89 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $53.55 | $107.10 |
| premium | $5.59 | $56.05 | $112.09 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $56.61 | $113.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 89.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 76.4 | 0 | $26.75 | $12.23 |
| Efficient EV | 63.7 | 0 | $22.29 | $10.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 101.9 | 1 | $35.67 | $16.31 |
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (66% 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
Ely, NV
Afternoon in Ely on Sunday
Local time
2:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
82°F
Mesquite, NV
127 mi in
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
21 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
4h 51m 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 Enterprise, NV to Ely, NV covers 254.8 miles and takes about 4h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunnyside Road, Great Basin Highway, Las Vegas Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 127.4 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 $50.71 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 51m drive. You will face about 13 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 Ely, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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