Origin
Hawthorne, NV
Morning in Hawthorne on Thursday
Local time
9:05 AM
PDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hawthorne, NV to Henderson, NV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 7m
Distance
330 mi
531 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$66
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 54m
★
6 AM
5h 7m
8 AM
5h 34m
10 AM
5h 17m
12 PM
5h 14m
3 PM
5h 18m
5 PM
5h 33m
8 PM
4h 59m
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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Henderson, NV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hawthorne, NV to Henderson, NV covers 330 miles and takes about 5h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North E Street, East 5th Street, Veterans Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $65.74 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
165 miles from Hawthorne, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 33m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 7m. Total distance: 330 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 7m drive with frequent turns across 330 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North E Street 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.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 7m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hawthorne, NV to Henderson, NV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North E Street | — | — |
| East 5th Street | — | — |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | — | — |
| Plymire Street | — | — |
| Front Street | — | — |
| Silver Peak Road | — | — |
| Cinnabar Way | — | — |
| West Crook Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North E Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hawthorne, NV and Henderson, NV.
1
Start on the route
10 ft
·
6 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto North E Street
82 ft
·
10 sec
·
North E Street
3
Turn left onto East 5th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East 5th Street
4
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
24 mi
·
26 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
5
Continue on Plymire Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Plymire Street
6
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
7
Continue on Front Street
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Front Street
8
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
35 mi
·
37 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
9
Turn right onto Silver Peak Road
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Silver Peak Road
10
Turn left onto Cinnabar Way
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Cinnabar Way
11
Turn left onto Silver Peak Road
17 mi
·
23 min
·
Silver Peak Road
12
Continue on Silver Peak Road
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Silver Peak Road
13
Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Highway
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
14
Continue on West Crook Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Crook Avenue
15
Continue on South Sundog Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Sundog Avenue
16
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
17
Continue on East Main Street
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
East Main Street
18
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
South 2nd Street
19
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
99 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
20
Continue on Purple Heart Highway
28 mi
·
32 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
21
Take the exit slight right toward Galleria Drive
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Galleria Drive
22
Turn left onto West Galleria Drive
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Galleria Drive
23
Turn right onto North Boulder Highway
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
North Boulder Highway
24
Continue on South Boulder Highway
141 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Boulder Highway
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 165 miles from Hawthorne, NV, or about 2h 33m 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 73 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 165 miles or 2h 33m 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 11m
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 Hawthorne, NV so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Hawthorne, NV
This is one driving day of about 330 miles and 5h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 miles from Hawthorne, 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 165 mi from Hawthorne, NV · 2h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
165 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 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 165 miles from Hawthorne, 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
$65.74 one way
$131.48 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
116 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $69.57 | $139.15 |
| premium | $5.59 | $72.64 | $145.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $72.86 | $145.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$66
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$91–$116
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 115.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 99 | 1 | $34.65 | $15.84 |
| Efficient EV | 82.5 | 0 | $28.87 | $13.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 132 | 1 | $46.20 | $21.12 |
Gas CO2
115 kg
EV CO2
39 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
Henderson, NV
Morning in Henderson on Thursday
Local time
9:05 AM
PDT
Current temp
57°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
17 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
5h 7m 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 Hawthorne, NV to Henderson, NV covers 330 miles and takes about 5h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North E Street, East 5th Street, Veterans Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 165 miles from Hawthorne, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $65.74 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 5h 7m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hawthorne, NV to Henderson, NV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hawthorne, NV to Henderson, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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