Drive Time
4h 52m
Distance
253.4 mi
408 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
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The drive from Henderson, NV to Ely, NV covers 253.4 miles and takes about 4h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Lake Mead Parkway, I 11 North, Purple Heart Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $49.39 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
126.7 miles from Henderson, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 26m into the drive .
Expect a 4h 52m drive with frequent turns across 253.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Lake Mead Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 11 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Purple Heart Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| NV 159 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Charleston Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Lamb Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 15 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Las Vegas Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Henderson, NV and Ely, NV.
Start on North Boulder Highway
Turn left onto East Lake Mead Parkway
Take the ramp slight right toward I 11 North, US 93 North, US 95 North: Las Vegas
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Highway
Take the exit slight right toward NV 159: Charleston Boulevard
Turn right onto East Charleston Boulevard
Turn left onto South Lamb Boulevard
Take the ramp straight toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
Merge slight left onto Las Vegas Freeway
Take the exit slight right toward US 93 North: Ely
Continue on Great Basin Highway
Turn left onto Sunnyside Road
Continue on Main Street
Continue on Sunnyside Road
At the end of the road, turn right onto Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Turn left onto Murry Street
Continue on Mill Street
Turn right onto Weber Avenue
Turn left onto Murry Street
Turn right onto Hayes Street
Turn left onto Campton Street
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 126.7 miles or 2h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ely, NV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Henderson, 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 Henderson, NV
This is one driving day of about 253.4 miles and 4h 52m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 126.7 mi from Henderson, NV · 2h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
127 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 126.7 miles from Henderson, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Ely, 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 Ely, NV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$49.39 one way
$98.79 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $53.25 | $106.51 |
| premium | $5.57 | $55.53 | $111.06 |
| diesel | $6.37 | $63.51 | $127.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 88.7 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 76 | 0 | $26.61 | $12.16 |
| Efficient EV | 63.4 | 0 | $22.17 | $10.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 101.4 | 1 | $35.48 | $16.22 |
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Henderson on Saturday
Local time
9:15 AM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Ely on Saturday
Local time
9:15 AM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
57°F
Sunrise Manor, NV
127 mi in
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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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