Origin
Kingsbury, NV
Afternoon in Kingsbury on Thursday
Local time
12:18 PM
PDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kingsbury, NV to Fernley, NV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
78.7 mi
127 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
★
6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 5m
10 AM
1h 54m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 55m
5 PM
2h 4m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kingsbury, NV
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Fernley, NV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Kingsbury, NV to Fernley, NV covers 78.7 miles and takes about 1h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on California Emigrant Trail, US 50 ALT, Lincoln Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21.1 miles on California Emigrant Trail. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.68 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.
Midpoint
39.3 miles from Kingsbury, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 78.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (37%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
The drive from Kingsbury, NV to Fernley, NV covers 78.7 miles and takes about 1h 48m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
California Emigrant Trail is the longest continuous segment at about 21.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.7 miles in near US 395.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.7 miles you will encounter 16 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: at 15.7 miles (US 395): Lane positioning matters here; at 26 miles (US 395): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.6 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
15.7 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
US 395
Turn left onto US 395
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
26 mi into trip
|
~38m 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...
6
30.6 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
US 50
Take the exit onto US 50 toward US 50 East: Dayton, Fallon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 5
Toward US 50 East: Dayton, Fallon
10
30.9 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
US 50
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50 toward US 50 East: Dayton, Fallon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 39
Toward US 50 East: Dayton, Fallon
8
31 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
US 50 / East William Street
Merge onto US 50 / East William Street toward Dayton, Fallon
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Dayton, Fallon
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Kingsbury, NV and Fernley, NV, road signs point toward Dayton, Fallon, Silver Springs, Austin and Ely.
Dayton
26 mi in
|
~38m
|
via US 395
Fallon
26 mi in
|
~38m
|
via US 395
Silver Springs
61.9 mi in
|
~1h 26m
|
via US 50
Austin
61.9 mi in
|
~1h 26m
|
via US 50
Ely
61.9 mi in
|
~1h 26m
|
via US 50
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| California Emigrant Trail | 21.1 mi | 25m |
| US 50 ALT | 14.2 mi | 18m |
| Lincoln Highway | 12.3 mi | 18m |
| US 395 | 11.1 mi | 14m |
| Kingsbury Grade | 9.3 mi | 16m |
| Carson City Deputy Sheriff Carl Howell Memorial Freeway | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Muller Lane | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Foothill Road | 3 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
California Emigrant Trail
— 21.1 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingsbury, NV and Fernley, NV.
1
Start on Laurel Lane
159 ft
·
8 sec
·
Laurel Lane
2
Turn left onto Highland Drive
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Highland Drive
3
Turn left onto NV 207
9.3 mi
·
16 min
·
Kingsbury Grade
4
Turn left onto NV 206
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Foothill Road
5
Turn right onto NV 757
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Muller Lane
6
Turn left onto US 395
10 mi
·
12 min
·
US 395
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
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.
8
Merge onto I 580; US 50; US 395
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Carson City Deputy Sheriff Carl Howell Memorial Freeway
9
Take the exit onto US 50
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 50
Exit 5
Toward US 50 East: Dayton, Fallon
10
Continue on US 50
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 50
Exit 39
Toward US 50 East: Dayton, Fallon
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50
327 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 50
Exit 39
Toward US 50 East: Dayton, Fallon
Use the right lane.
12
Merge onto US 50
472 ft
·
12 sec
·
East William Street
Toward Dayton, Fallon
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on US 50
12 mi
·
18 min
·
Lincoln Highway
Toward Dayton, Fallon
14
Continue on US 50
19 mi
·
22 min
·
California Emigrant Trail
15
Enter roundabout onto US 50
112 ft
·
1 sec
·
California Emigrant Trail
Toward Fallon, Silver Springs, Austin, Ely
16
Continue on US 50
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
California Emigrant Trail
Toward Fallon, Silver Springs, Austin, Ely
17
Enter roundabout onto US 50 ALT; US 95 ALT
241 ft
·
3 sec
·
US 50 ALT; US 95 ALT
18
Continue on US 50 ALT; US 95 ALT
14 mi
·
18 min
·
US 50 ALT; US 95 ALT
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn left onto I 80 BUS; NV 427
242 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Main Street
Use the left lane.
20
Arrive at destination
I 80 BUS; NV 427
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 39.3 miles from Kingsbury, NV, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.1 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 17 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.3 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fernley, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Kingsbury, NV so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kingsbury, NV
This is one driving day of about 78.7 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Kingsbury, NV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on California Emigrant Trail for about 21.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.3 mi from Kingsbury, NV · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 39.3 miles from Kingsbury, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fernley, NV
The final approach into Fernley, 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
$15.68 one way
$31.36 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $16.59 | $33.18 |
| premium | $5.59 | $17.32 | $34.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.38 | $34.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.26 | $3.78 |
| Efficient EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.89 | $3.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.02 | $5.04 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Fernley, NV
Afternoon in Fernley on Thursday
Local time
12:18 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°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
24 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 48m 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 Kingsbury, NV to Fernley, NV covers 78.7 miles and takes about 1h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are California Emigrant Trail, US 50 ALT, Lincoln Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 39.3 miles from Kingsbury, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.68 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 78.7 miles you will encounter 16 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: at 15.7 miles (US 395): Lane positioning matters here; at 26 miles (US 395): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.6 miles (US 50): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Kingsbury, NV and Fernley, NV, road signs point toward Dayton, Fallon, Silver Springs, Austin and Ely.
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