Origin
Indian Hills, NV
Late night in Indian Hills on Saturday
Local time
3:12 AM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Indian Hills, NV to Reno, NV
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
38.6 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Indian Hills, NV
Aibek Skakov
Reno, NV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Indian Hills, NV to Reno, NV covers 38.6 miles and takes about 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 580, Carson City Deputy Sheriff Carl Howell Memorial Freeway, US 395 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.5 miles on I 580. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.52 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 38.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 49m highway drive covering 38.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 580 and Carson City Deputy Sheriff Carl Howell Memorial Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 19.5 miles on I 580.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 580 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 580 and Carson City Deputy Sheriff Carl Howell Memorial Freeway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near US 395.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 49m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (US 395): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 38.4 miles (Plaza Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 395
Take the exit onto US 395 toward I 580 North, US 395 North, US 50 East: Reno, Dayton, Fallon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 580 North, US 395 North, US 50 East: R...
5
36.1 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward Mill Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 34
Toward Mill Street
5
38.4 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
Plaza Street
Turn left onto Plaza Street
Navigation decision point
5
38.5 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
38.5 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Indian Hills, NV and Reno, NV, road signs point toward Dayton and Fallon.
Dayton
2.6 mi in
|
~4m
|
via US 395
Fallon
2.6 mi in
|
~4m
|
via US 395
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 580 | 19.5 mi | 21m |
| Carson City Deputy Sheriff Carl Howell Memorial Freeway | 13.2 mi | 14m |
| US 395 | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Mill Street | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Vista Grande Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Lake Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mica Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Plaza Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 580
— 19.5 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indian Hills, NV and Reno, NV.
1
Start on James Lee Park Road
66 ft
·
12 sec
·
James Lee Park Road
2
Turn left onto Vista Grande Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Vista Grande Boulevard
3
Turn right onto Mica Drive
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Mica Drive
4
Turn left onto US 395
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 395
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit onto US 395
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 395
Toward I 580 North, US 395 North, US 50 East: Reno, Dayton, Fallon
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 580; US 50; US 395
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Carson City Deputy Sheriff Carl Howell Memorial Freeway
7
Continue on I 580; US 395
19 mi
·
21 min
·
I 580; US 395
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 34
Toward Mill Street
9
Turn left onto Mill Street
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Mill Street
10
Turn right onto Sinclair Street
355 ft
·
12 sec
·
Sinclair Street
11
Continue on Lake Street
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Lake Street
12
Turn left onto Plaza Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Plaza Street
13
Turn right
224 ft
·
20 sec
14
Turn left
105 ft
·
7 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.3 mi from Indian Hills, NV · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.3 miles from Indian Hills, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Reno, NV
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Reno, NV if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.52 one way
$15.05 round trip
$4.95/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $8.11 | $16.22 |
| premium | $5.57 | $8.46 | $16.92 |
| diesel | $6.37 | $9.67 | $19.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.5 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.05 | $1.85 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.38 | $1.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Reno, NV
Late night in Reno on Saturday
Local time
3:12 AM
PDT
Current temp
56°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
49m 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 Indian Hills, NV to Reno, NV covers 38.6 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 580, Carson City Deputy Sheriff Carl Howell Memorial Freeway, US 395. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.3 miles from Indian Hills, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.52 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 is a straightforward 49m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (US 395): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 38.4 miles (Plaza Street): Navigation decision point.
Between Indian Hills, NV and Reno, NV, road signs point toward Dayton and Fallon.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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