Origin
Johnson Lane, NV
Night in Johnson Lane on Wednesday
Local time
10:18 PM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Johnson Lane, NV to Reno, NV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
45.1 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Johnson Lane, NV
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Reno, NV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Johnson Lane, NV to Reno, NV covers 45.1 miles and takes about 1h 2m 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 $8.98 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
22.6 miles from Johnson Lane, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 2m highway drive covering 45.1 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 9.2 miles in near US 395.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 2m 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 9.2 miles (US 395): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 45 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
9.2 mi into trip
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~17m 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
42.7 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward Mill Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 34
Toward Mill Street
5
45 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
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Plaza Street
Turn left onto Plaza Street
Navigation decision point
5
45.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
45.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m 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 Johnson Lane, NV and Reno, NV, road signs point toward Dayton and Fallon.
Dayton
9.2 mi in
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~17m
|
via US 395
Fallon
9.2 mi in
|
~17m
|
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 | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Stephanie Way | 3.3 mi | 7m |
| Mill Street | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Squires Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Lake Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| High Pointe Court | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 580
— 19.5 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson Lane, NV and Reno, NV.
1
Start on High Pointe Court
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
High Pointe Court
2
Turn right onto Squires Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Squires Street
3
Turn right onto Stephanie Way
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Stephanie Way
4
Turn right onto US 395
5.4 mi
·
7 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
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 22.6 miles from Johnson Lane, NV, or about 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.5 miles.
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 10 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.6 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Reno, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Johnson Lane, NV so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Johnson Lane, NV
This is one driving day of about 45.1 miles and 1h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 10 miles from Johnson Lane, NV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 580 for about 19.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.6 mi from Johnson Lane, NV · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.6 miles from Johnson Lane, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Reno, NV
The final approach into Reno, NV usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.98 one way
$17.97 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $9.51 | $19.02 |
| premium | $5.59 | $9.93 | $19.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.96 | $19.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.74 | $2.16 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.95 | $1.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18 | 0 | $6.31 | $2.89 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Night in Reno on Wednesday
Local time
10:18 PM
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
22 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
1h 2m 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 Johnson Lane, NV to Reno, NV covers 45.1 miles and takes about 1h 2m 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 22.6 miles from Johnson Lane, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.98 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 1h 2m 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 9.2 miles (US 395): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 45 miles (Plaza Street): Navigation decision point.
Between Johnson Lane, NV and Reno, NV, road signs point toward Dayton and Fallon.
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