Origin
Fernley, NV
Afternoon in Fernley on Sunday
Local time
3:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fernley, NV to Henderson, NV
Drive Time
6h 46m
Distance
428.9 mi
690 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$85
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 35m
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6 AM
6h 46m
8 AM
7h 10m
10 AM
6h 55m
12 PM
6h 52m
3 PM
6h 56m
5 PM
7h 9m
8 PM
6h 39m
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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Henderson, NV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fernley, NV to Henderson, NV covers 428.9 miles and takes about 6h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on the route, McLean Road, Sheckler Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $85.36 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
214.4 miles from Fernley, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 46m drive with frequent turns across 428.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
the route is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 46m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fernley, NV to Henderson, NV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| the route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| McLean Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Sheckler Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Allen Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Saint Clair Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Freedom Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Plymire Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
the route
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fernley, NV and Henderson, NV.
1
Start on West Main Street
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Main Street
2
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
171 ft
·
4 sec
·
the route
3
Exit the roundabout
1.7 mi
·
2 min
4
Continue straight
5.8 mi
·
6 min
5
Continue straight
15 mi
·
17 min
6
Turn right onto McLean Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
McLean Road
7
At the end of the road, turn left onto Sheckler Road
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 Veterans Memorial Highway
69 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
11
Turn left onto Freedom Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Freedom Road
12
At the end of the road, turn left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
24 mi
·
25 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
13
Continue on Plymire Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Plymire Street
14
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
15
Continue on Front Street
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Front Street
16
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
35 mi
·
37 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
17
Turn right onto Silver Peak Road
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Silver Peak Road
18
Turn left onto Cinnabar Way
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Cinnabar Way
19
Turn left onto Silver Peak Road
17 mi
·
23 min
·
Silver Peak Road
20
Continue on Silver Peak Road
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Silver Peak Road
21
Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Highway
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
22
Continue on West Crook Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Crook Avenue
23
Continue on South Sundog Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Sundog Avenue
24
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
25
Continue on East Main Street
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
East Main Street
26
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
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South 2nd Street
27
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
99 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
28
Continue on Purple Heart Highway
28 mi
·
32 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
29
Take the exit slight right toward Galleria Drive
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
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Galleria Drive
30
Turn left onto West Galleria Drive
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Galleria Drive
31
Turn right onto North Boulder Highway
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
North Boulder Highway
32
Continue on South Boulder Highway
141 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Boulder Highway
33
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 214.4 miles from Fernley, NV, or about 3h 23m into the drive.
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 94 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 214.4 miles or 3h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Henderson, 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 428.9 miles and 6h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 94 miles from Fernley, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 214.4 mi from Fernley, NV · 3h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
214 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 94 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 214.4 miles from Fernley, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Henderson, NV
The final approach into Henderson, 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 Henderson, 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
$85.36 one way
$170.72 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
150 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $90.14 | $180.27 |
| premium | $5.59 | $94.34 | $188.68 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $95.29 | $190.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$85
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$110–$135
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 150.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 128.7 | 1 | $45.03 | $20.59 |
| Efficient EV | 107.2 | 1 | $37.53 | $17.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 171.6 | 2 | $60.05 | $27.45 |
Gas CO2
150 kg
EV CO2
50 kg (67% 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
Henderson, NV
Afternoon in Henderson on Sunday
Local time
3:06 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
16 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
6h 46m 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 Henderson, NV covers 428.9 miles and takes about 6h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are the route, McLean Road, Sheckler Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 214.4 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 $85.36 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 1 meaningful break 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 6h 46m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fernley, NV to Henderson, NV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Fernley, NV to Henderson, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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