Origin
Kingsbury, NV
Evening in Kingsbury on Thursday
Local time
6:34 PM
PDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kingsbury, NV to Sparks, NV
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
63.1 mi
102 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
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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Sparks, NV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Kingsbury, NV to Sparks, NV covers 63.1 miles and takes about 1h 21m 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 20.6 miles on I 580. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.57 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 63.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 21m highway drive covering 63.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 580 and Carson City Deputy Sheriff Carl Howell Memorial Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 20.6 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 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 20.6 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. 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 63.1 miles you will encounter 14 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 60.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 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
60.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward I 80 East: Sparks, Elko
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 36A
Toward I 80 East: Sparks, Elko
5
62.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward NV 445
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 18
Toward NV 445
8
62.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NV 445 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward NV 445 North
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 Sparks, 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 | 20.6 mi | 22m |
| 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 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Highland Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 580
— 20.6 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingsbury, NV and Sparks, 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
21 mi
·
22 min
·
I 580; US 395
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 36A
Toward I 80 East: Sparks, Elko
11
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
Exit 68A
Toward I 80: Sparks, Elko, Winnemucca, Salt Lake City
12
Merge onto I 80
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 18
Toward NV 445
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward NV 445 North
Use the left / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto West Victorian Avenue
344 ft
·
17 sec
·
West Victorian Avenue
16
Continue on West Victorian Avenue
329 ft
·
16 sec
·
West Victorian Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
West Victorian Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.6 mi from Kingsbury, NV · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 31.6 miles from Kingsbury, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sparks, NV
The final approach into Sparks, 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
$12.57 one way
$25.14 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $13.30 | $26.61 |
| premium | $5.59 | $13.89 | $27.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.93 | $27.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.1 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 | 18.9 | 0 | $6.63 | $3.03 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.83 | $4.04 |
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
Sparks, NV
Evening in Sparks on Thursday
Local time
6:34 PM
PDT
Current temp
54°F
Sunny
N 10 to 15 mph
0% chance
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 21m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Sparks, NV covers 63.1 miles and takes about 1h 21m 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 31.6 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 $12.57 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 63.1 miles you will encounter 14 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 60.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Kingsbury, NV and Sparks, NV, road signs point toward Dayton and Fallon.
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