Origin
Fernley, NV
Morning in Fernley on Thursday
Local time
11:25 AM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fernley, NV to Hawthorne, NV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 3m
Distance
98.8 mi
159 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 54m
★
6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 8m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fernley, NV
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Hawthorne, NV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fernley, NV to Hawthorne, NV covers 98.8 miles and takes about 2h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Veterans Memorial Highway, US 50 ALT, McLean Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 68.9 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.68 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.
Midpoint
49.4 miles from Fernley, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 3m. Total distance: 98.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (22%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 3m drive with frequent turns across 98.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 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 68.9 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near US 50 ALT.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Fernley, NV to Hawthorne, NV is easy. At 2h 3m with 22% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (US 50 ALT): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23.5 miles (NV 715 / McLean Road): Navigation decision point; at 25.7 miles (NV 117 / Sheckler Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 50 ALT
Enter roundabout onto US 50 ALT
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
23.5 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
NV 715 / McLean Road
Turn right onto NV 715 / McLean Road
Navigation decision point
4
25.7 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
NV 117 / Sheckler Road
At end of road, turn left onto NV 117 / Sheckler Road
Navigation decision point
4
27.3 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
North Allen Road
Turn right onto North Allen Road
Navigation decision point
4
28.3 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
Saint Clair Road
Turn left onto Saint Clair Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 68.9 mi | 1h 21m |
| US 50 ALT | 22.2 mi | 27m |
| McLean Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Sheckler Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Saint Clair Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Allen Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| North E Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 68.9 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fernley, NV and Hawthorne, NV.
1
Start on I 80 BUS; NV 427
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
2
Enter roundabout onto US 50 ALT
171 ft
·
4 sec
·
US 50 ALT
3
Continue on US 50 ALT
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 50 ALT
4
Continue on US 50 ALT
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
US 50 ALT
5
Continue on US 50 ALT
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US 50 ALT
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto NV 715
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
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
Continue on US 95
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North E Street
12
Turn left
11 ft
·
0 sec
13
Arrive at 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 49.4 miles from Fernley, NV, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.9 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 22 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.4 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hawthorne, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fernley, NV
This is one driving day of about 98.8 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Fernley, NV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 68.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.4 mi from Fernley, NV · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.4 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 68.9 miles.
Arriving in Hawthorne, NV
The final approach into Hawthorne, 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 Hawthorne, 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
$19.68 one way
$39.36 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $20.83 | $41.66 |
| premium | $5.59 | $21.75 | $43.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.81 | $43.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.37 | $4.74 |
| Efficient EV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.65 | $3.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.5 | 0 | $13.83 | $6.32 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Hawthorne, NV
Morning in Hawthorne on Thursday
Local time
11:25 AM
PDT
Current temp
41°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
15 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 3m 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 Fernley, NV to Hawthorne, NV covers 98.8 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, US 50 ALT, McLean Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.4 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 $19.68 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 Fernley, NV to Hawthorne, NV is easy. At 2h 3m with 22% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (US 50 ALT): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23.5 miles (NV 715 / McLean Road): Navigation decision point; at 25.7 miles (NV 117 / Sheckler Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Fernley, NV to Hawthorne, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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