Origin
Henderson, NV
Afternoon in Henderson on Thursday
Local time
3:25 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Henderson, NV to Enterprise, NV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
23m
Distance
16.1 mi
26 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Henderson, NV
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Enterprise, NV
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Trip Overview
This short 16.1-mile drive between Henderson and Enterprise, Nevada, is easily manageable in just 23 minutes. It's a single-day trip, so no overnight stays are necessary. You'll primarily navigate using the Bruce Woodbury Beltway, Blue Diamond Road, and East Windmill Lane. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is a modest $3. Given its brevity and the fact that both locations are within the Mountain West region of Nevada, this route is more about efficient transit than an extensive road trip experience. It’s a straightforward local drive.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 16.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (16%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with a relatively low 16% highway share. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 6.5 miles, primarily on the Bruce Woodbury Beltway. As you transition, you'll likely experience a mix of faster beltway sections and more frequent turns on local roads like Blue Diamond Road and East Windmill Lane. This means you'll be adjusting your speed and direction more often, making it feel like a series of interconnected urban and suburban segments rather than a long, open highway cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bruce Woodbury Beltway is the longest continuous segment at about 6.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NV 564 / East Lake Mead Parkway.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 16.1 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NV 564 / East Lake Mead Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (I 215 / Bruce Woodbury Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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NV 564 / East Lake Mead Parkway
Turn left onto NV 564 / East Lake Mead Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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I 215 / Bruce Woodbury Beltway
Merge onto I 215 / Bruce Woodbury Beltway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
9.1 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward Windmill Lane
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 8
Toward Windmill Lane
8
9.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Windmill Lane West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 8
Toward Windmill Lane West
5
16 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
Tangled Vines Avenue
Turn left onto Tangled Vines Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Henderson, NV to Enterprise, NV, road signs begin pointing toward Windmill Lane West along the way.
Windmill Lane West
9.5 mi in
|
~12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bruce Woodbury Beltway | 6.5 mi | 7m |
| Blue Diamond Road | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| East Windmill Lane | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| East Lake Mead Parkway | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| West Lake Mead Parkway | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Inspiration Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Tangled Vines Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Ruby Moon Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Bruce Woodbury Beltway
— 6.5 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Henderson, NV and Enterprise, NV.
1
Start on North Boulder Highway
16 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Boulder Highway
2
Turn left onto NV 564
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
East Lake Mead Parkway
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on NV 564
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
·
West Lake Mead Parkway
Toward I 215 West
4
Merge onto I 215
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Bruce Woodbury Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 8
Toward Windmill Lane
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 8
Toward Windmill Lane West
Use the slight left lane.
7
Turn straight onto East Windmill Lane
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
East Windmill Lane
8
Continue on NV 160
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Blue Diamond Road
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto Inspiration Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Inspiration Drive
10
Turn left onto Tangled Vines Avenue
496 ft
·
27 sec
·
Tangled Vines Avenue
11
Turn left onto Ruby Moon Drive
95 ft
·
4 sec
·
Ruby Moon Drive
12
Arrive at destination
Ruby Moon Drive
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.21 one way
$6.41 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $3.39 | $6.79 |
| premium | $5.59 | $3.54 | $7.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.55 | $7.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.69 | $0.77 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.41 | $0.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.25 | $1.03 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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
Enterprise, NV
Afternoon in Enterprise on Thursday
Local time
3:25 PM
PDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
19 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
23m 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 Henderson, NV to Enterprise, NV covers 16.1 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bruce Woodbury Beltway, Blue Diamond Road, East Windmill Lane. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.1 miles from Henderson, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.21 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 16.1 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NV 564 / East Lake Mead Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (I 215 / Bruce Woodbury Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Henderson, NV to Enterprise, NV, road signs begin pointing toward Windmill Lane West along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument.
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