Origin
Kingsbury, NV
Evening in Kingsbury on Friday
Local time
6:51 PM
PDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kingsbury, 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
1h 23m
Distance
61.9 mi
100 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
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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Reno, NV
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Trip Overview
Kingsbury, NV to Reno, NV is 61.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 23 minutes via I 580, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Nevada, traversing the Mountain West region. It's a straightforward, mostly highway trip that's perfect for a quick connection between these two points. Expect a practical journey with minimal detours, ideal if you're looking for efficiency. You'll cover a relatively short distance, making it a low-commitment option for your travel plans.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 61.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 71% of the journey on main roads like I 580 and US 395. You'll encounter stretches of faster-paced driving, including a longest continuous segment of 19.5 miles on I 580. The Carson City Deputy Sheriff Carl Howell Memorial Freeway also contributes to the highway feel. Expect a consistent driving experience without significant changes in road type, making it a predictable and efficient passage.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 15.7 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 1h 23m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 59.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 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...
5
59.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward Mill Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 34
Toward Mill Street
5
61.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
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Plaza Street
Turn left onto Plaza Street
Navigation decision point
5
61.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Turn right
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 Kingsbury, NV and Reno, NV, road signs point toward Dayton and Fallon.
Dayton
26 mi in
|
~38m
|
via US 395
Fallon
26 mi in
|
~38m
|
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 | 11.1 mi | 14m |
| Kingsbury Grade | 9.3 mi | 16m |
| Muller Lane | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Foothill Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Mill Street | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Lake Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 580
— 19.5 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingsbury, NV and Reno, 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
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Carson City Deputy Sheriff Carl Howell Memorial Freeway
9
Continue on I 580; US 395
19 mi
·
21 min
·
I 580; US 395
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 34
Toward Mill Street
11
Turn left onto Mill Street
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Mill Street
12
Turn right onto Sinclair Street
355 ft
·
12 sec
·
Sinclair Street
13
Continue on Lake Street
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Lake Street
14
Turn left onto Plaza Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Plaza Street
15
Turn right
224 ft
·
20 sec
16
Turn left
105 ft
·
7 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.9 mi from Kingsbury, NV · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.9 miles from Kingsbury, 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
$12.33 one way
$24.66 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $13.05 | $26.10 |
| premium | $5.59 | $13.63 | $27.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.67 | $27.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.42 | $2.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.67 | $3.96 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Reno, NV
Evening in Reno on Friday
Local time
6:51 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
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 23m 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 Reno, NV covers 61.9 miles and takes about 1h 23m 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 30.9 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 $12.33 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 23m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 59.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Between Kingsbury, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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