Origin
Fernley, NV
Afternoon in Fernley on Sunday
Local time
3:04 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fernley, NV to Alamo, NV
Drive Time
7h 33m
Distance
363.3 mi
585 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$72
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 23m
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6 AM
7h 33m
8 AM
7h 53m
10 AM
7h 40m
12 PM
7h 38m
3 PM
7h 41m
5 PM
7h 52m
8 PM
7h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fernley, NV
𝓢𝓱𝓪𝓷𝓮 𝓦𝓮𝓼𝓽 ™
Alamo, NV
Mark Direen
Trip Overview
Spanning 363.3 miles, this trek from Fernley to Alamo takes you across the rugged landscapes of the Nevada Mountain West. You should set aside approximately 7 hours and 33 minutes for the journey, making it a manageable, albeit long, single-day trip. Your route primarily utilizes the Veterans Memorial Highway, the Extraterrestrial Highway, and the Grand Army of the Republic Highway. Budgeting around $72 for fuel is essential for this stretch, as gas stations can be sparsely located. While you can complete the drive in one day with two planned stops, be prepared for a focused day behind the wheel. It is an honest, utilitarian drive that connects two distinct parts of the state through quiet, open country.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
181.7 miles from Fernley, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Highways make up only 6 percent of this route, emphasizing the rural, winding nature of the roads you will navigate. You will face a significant longest stretch of 168.1 miles on the Veterans Memorial Highway, where you will spend the bulk of your time. As you transition between these regional corridors, the road character shifts from standard thoroughfares to more technical local segments. This is not a high-speed highway dash, so prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace as you traverse the Nevada landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 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 168.1 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 early in the drive near I 80 BUS; NV 427 / West Main Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 33m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 16 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 80 BUS; NV 427 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (US 50 ALT): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 98.2 miles (US 95 Truck / Freedom Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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I 80 BUS; NV 427 / West Main Street
Depart onto I 80 BUS; NV 427 / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
1.4 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 50 ALT
Enter roundabout onto US 50 ALT
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
98.2 mi into trip
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~2h 1m in
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US 95 Truck / Freedom Road
Turn left onto US 95 Truck / Freedom Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
99.5 mi into trip
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~2h 4m in
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US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 95 / Veterans Memorial Highway
Navigation decision point
5
363.3 mi into trip
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~7h 32m in
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North Purple Sage Avenue
Turn right onto North Purple Sage Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 168.1 mi | 3h 8m |
| Extraterrestrial Highway | 84 mi | 2h 4m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 27.5 mi | 30m |
| US 50 ALT | 22.2 mi | 27m |
| Grand Army Highway | 21.8 mi | 23m |
| Warm Springs Road | 14.4 mi | 17m |
| Great Basin Highway | 12 mi | 13m |
| McLean Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 168.1 mi, about 3h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fernley, NV and Alamo, NV.
1
Start on I 80 BUS; NV 427
1.4 mi
·
3 min
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West Main Street
Use the none lane.
2
Enter roundabout onto US 50 ALT
171 ft
·
4 sec
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US 50 ALT
3
Continue on US 50 ALT
1.7 mi
·
2 min
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US 50 ALT
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on US 50 ALT
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
US 50 ALT
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on US 50 ALT
15 mi
·
17 min
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US 50 ALT
Use the none lane.
6
Turn right onto NV 715
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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McLean Road
7
At end of road, turn left onto NV 117
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Sheckler Road
8
Turn right onto North Allen Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Allen Road
9
Turn left onto Saint Clair Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Saint Clair Road
10
Turn right onto US 95
69 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
11
Turn left onto US 95 Truck
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Freedom Road
Use the left lane.
12
At end of road, turn left onto US 95
24 mi
·
25 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
13
Continue on US 95
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Plymire Street
14
Continue on US 95
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
15
Continue on US 95
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Front Street
16
Continue on US 95
68 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
17
Continue on US 6; US 95
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
18
Continue on US 6; US 95
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Erie Street
19
Turn left onto US 6
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
20
Continue on US 6
22 mi
·
23 min
·
Grand Army Highway
21
Continue on US 6
16 mi
·
16 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
22
Turn right onto NV 375
84 mi
·
2 hr 4 min
·
Extraterrestrial Highway
23
Continue on NV 375
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Warm Springs Road
24
Merge onto NV 318
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
·
Sunnyside Road
25
Turn right onto US 93
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Great Basin Highway
26
Turn right onto 4469
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Broadway
27
Turn right onto North Purple Sage Avenue
283 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Purple Sage Avenue
28
Arrive at destination
North Purple Sage Avenue
Trip Plan
To tackle this 363.3-mile route effectively, aim for an early morning departure to ensure you reach Alamo before dark. Given the length of the drive and the limited infrastructure, prioritize your two planned stops carefully to refuel and stretch your legs. Because the route is turn-heavy, keep a close eye on your navigation to avoid missing transitions between the Extraterrestrial Highway and the Grand Army of the Republic Highway. Since your longest stretch is 168.1 miles, top off your tank in Fernley before heading out to avoid any fuel anxiety in the more isolated sections. Taking advantage of the flexibility of a one-day trip allows you to adjust your pace based on local road conditions as they arise.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 181.7 miles from Fernley, NV, or about 3h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 168.1 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 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 181.7 miles or 3h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 11m
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 Fernley, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fernley, NV
This is one driving day of about 363.3 miles and 7h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fernley, NV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 168.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 181.7 mi from Fernley, NV · 3h 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
182 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 181.7 miles from Fernley, 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 168.1 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.
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
$72.30 one way
$144.60 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
127 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $76.35 | $152.70 |
| premium | $5.59 | $79.91 | $159.82 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $80.71 | $161.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$72
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$97–$122
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 127.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 109 | 1 | $38.15 | $17.44 |
| Efficient EV | 90.8 | 1 | $31.79 | $14.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 145.3 | 1 | $50.86 | $23.25 |
Gas CO2
127 kg
EV CO2
43 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
3:04 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
7h 33m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Fernley, NV to Alamo, NV covers 363.3 miles and takes about 7h 33m 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.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 181.7 miles from Fernley, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $72.30 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 33m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 16 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 80 BUS; NV 427 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (US 50 ALT): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 98.2 miles (US 95 Truck / Freedom Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Fernley, NV to Alamo, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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