Origin
Johnson Lane, NV
Night in Johnson Lane on Wednesday
Local time
10:16 PM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Johnson Lane, NV to Elko, NV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 48m
Distance
319 mi
513 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$64
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 35m
★
6 AM
4h 48m
8 AM
5h 15m
10 AM
4h 58m
12 PM
4h 55m
3 PM
4h 59m
5 PM
5h 14m
8 PM
4h 40m
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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Elko, NV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Johnson Lane, NV to Elko, NV covers 319 miles and takes about 4h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Squires Street, Stephanie Way, I 580 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $63.55 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
159.5 miles from Johnson Lane, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 48m drive with frequent turns across 319 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Squires 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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 48m 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 Johnson Lane, NV to Elko, NV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Squires Street | — | — |
| Stephanie Way | — | — |
| I 580 North | — | — |
| Carson City Deputy Sheriff Carl Howell Memorial Freeway | — | — |
| US 50 East | — | — |
| East William Street | — | — |
| Lincoln Highway | — | — |
| California Emigrant Trail | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Squires Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Johnson Lane, NV and Elko, NV.
1
Start on High Pointe Court
0.2 mi
·
42 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
5.4 mi
·
7 min
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 580 North, US 395 North, US 50 East: Reno, Dayton, Fallon
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 580 North, US 395 North, US 50 East: Reno, Dayton, Fallon
6
Merge slight left onto Carson City Deputy Sheriff Carl Howell Memorial Freeway
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Carson City Deputy Sheriff Carl Howell Memorial Freeway
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 50 East: Dayton, Fallon
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
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US 50 East: Dayton, Fallon
8
Continue on US 50 East: Dayton, Fallon
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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US 50 East: Dayton, Fallon
9
Keep slight right to continue on US 50 East: Dayton, Fallon
328 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 50 East: Dayton, Fallon
10
Merge slight left onto East William Street
472 ft
·
12 sec
·
East William Street
11
Continue on Lincoln Highway
12 mi
·
18 min
·
Lincoln Highway
12
Continue on California Emigrant Trail
19 mi
·
22 min
·
California Emigrant Trail
13
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward California Emigrant Trail
112 ft
·
2 sec
·
California Emigrant Trail
14
Exit the roundabout onto California Emigrant Trail
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
California Emigrant Trail
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
240 ft
·
3 sec
·
the route
16
Exit the roundabout
13 mi
·
16 min
17
Turn right onto Cottonwood Lane
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Cottonwood Lane
18
At the end of the road, turn left onto Farm District Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Farm District Road
19
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
171 ft
·
4 sec
·
the route
20
Exit the roundabout
0.6 mi
·
1 min
21
Continue straight
502 ft
·
12 sec
22
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 East, US 95 ALT North: Elko, Salt Lake City, Boise
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
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I 80 East, US 95 ALT North: Elko, Salt Lake City, Boise
23
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
249 mi
·
4 hr
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
24
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 Business, NV 535: Elko West
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
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I 80 Business, NV 535: Elko West
25
Turn right onto West Idaho Street
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
West Idaho Street
26
Turn right onto 5th Street
62 ft
·
2 sec
·
5th Street
27
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 159.5 miles from Johnson Lane, NV, or about 2h 24m 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 70 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 159.5 miles or 2h 24m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Elko, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Johnson Lane, NV so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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 Johnson Lane, NV
This is one driving day of about 319 miles and 4h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 70 miles from Johnson Lane, 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 159.5 mi from Johnson Lane, NV · 2h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
160 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 70 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 159.5 miles from Johnson Lane, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Elko, NV
The final approach into Elko, 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 Elko, 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
$63.55 one way
$127.10 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
112 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $67.25 | $134.51 |
| premium | $5.59 | $70.22 | $140.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $70.43 | $140.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$64
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 111.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 95.7 | 1 | $33.50 | $15.31 |
| Efficient EV | 79.8 | 0 | $27.91 | $12.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 127.6 | 1 | $44.66 | $20.42 |
Gas CO2
112 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (67% 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
Elko, NV
Night in Elko on Wednesday
Local time
10:16 PM
PDT
Current temp
60°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
26 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
4h 48m 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 Johnson Lane, NV to Elko, NV covers 319 miles and takes about 4h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Squires Street, Stephanie Way, I 580 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 159.5 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 $63.55 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 4h 48m 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 Johnson Lane, NV to Elko, NV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Johnson Lane, NV to Elko, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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