Origin
Hawthorne, NV
Night in Hawthorne on Thursday
Local time
11:50 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
6h 1m
Distance
309.1 mi
497 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$62
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hawthorne, NV
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Enterprise, NV
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The drive from Hawthorne, NV to Enterprise, NV covers 309.1 miles and takes about 6h 1m 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, Pahrump Valley Highway, Silver Peak Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 176.6 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $61.58 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
154.5 miles from Hawthorne, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 3m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 1m. Total distance: 309.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 1m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a 6h 1m drive with frequent turns across 309.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
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 US 95 / North E Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 1m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 12 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 95 / North E Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 95 / East 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 186.4 miles (US 95 / South 2nd Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto US 95 / North E Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 95 / East 5th Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 95 / South 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto NV 160 / Pahrump Valley Highway
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Inspiration Drive
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 176.6 mi | 3h 12m |
| Pahrump Valley Highway | 69.3 mi | 1h 18m |
| Silver Peak Road | 45.6 mi | 57m |
| Blue Diamond Road | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| East Main Street | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Front Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Plymire Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| East 5th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hawthorne, NV and Enterprise, NV.
Start on this road
Turn left onto US 95
Turn left onto US 95
Continue on US 95
Continue on US 95
Continue on US 95
Continue on US 95
Continue on US 95
Turn right onto NV 265
Turn left onto Cinnabar Way
Turn left onto Silver Peak Road
Continue on 3457
Turn right onto US 95
Continue on US 95
Continue on US 95
Continue on US 95
Continue on US 95
Turn left onto US 95
Continue on US 95
Turn right onto NV 160
Continue on NV 160
Turn left onto South Rainbow Boulevard
Turn right onto West Pebble Road
Turn right onto Inspiration Drive
Turn right onto Tangled Vines Avenue
Turn left onto Ruby Moon Drive
Arrive at destination
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.
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 68 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 154.5 miles or 3h 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 4h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Enterprise, NV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Hawthorne, 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 Hawthorne, NV
This is one driving day of about 309.1 miles and 6h 1m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 154.5 mi from Hawthorne, NV · 3h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
155 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.
A short stop after about 68 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 154.5 miles from Hawthorne, 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 176.6 miles.
The final approach into Enterprise, 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 Enterprise, 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.
Regular Gas
$61.58 one way
$123.15 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $65.17 | $130.33 |
| premium | $5.59 | $68.04 | $136.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $68.25 | $136.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$62
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 108.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 92.7 | 1 | $32.46 | $14.84 |
| Efficient EV | 77.3 | 0 | $27.05 | $12.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 123.6 | 1 | $43.27 | $19.78 |
Gas CO2
108 kg
EV CO2
36 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Hawthorne on Thursday
Local time
11:50 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Enterprise on Thursday
Local time
11:50 PM
PDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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