Origin
Las Vegas, NV
Afternoon in Las Vegas on Sunday
Local time
2:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Las Vegas, NV to Ely, NV
Drive Time
4h 34m
Distance
241.1 mi
388 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 21m
★
6 AM
4h 35m
8 AM
5h 1m
10 AM
4h 44m
12 PM
4h 41m
3 PM
4h 45m
5 PM
5h 0m
8 PM
4h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Las Vegas, NV
Abhishek Navlakha
Ely, NV
𝓢𝓱𝓪𝓷𝓮 𝓦𝓮𝓼𝓽 ™
Trip Overview
Traveling from Las Vegas to Ely covers 241.1 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 34 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive, you can easily complete the journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Your route primarily utilizes Sunnyside Road, the Great Basin Highway, and the Grand Army of the Republic Highway. Budgeting approximately $48 for fuel is a smart move before you head out. Both your starting point and destination are nestled within the Mountain West, offering a consistent regional feel as you transition between these Nevada hubs.
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
120.5 miles from Las Vegas, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a far more engaging experience than a standard interstate commute, as this route is characterized by its turn-heavy, local road nature. With only 8% of the trip spent on major highways, you will spend the vast majority of your time navigating smaller, more technical roads. You should be prepared for a significant push during the longest uninterrupted segment, which spans 109.4 miles along Sunnyside Road. This stretch requires steady focus and patience, as the road configuration demands more active steering and attention than a monotonous highway cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sunnyside Road is the longest continuous segment at about 109.4 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near North Main Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 34m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (West Washington Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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North Main Street
Turn right onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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West Washington Avenue
Turn left onto West Washington Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 15 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 15 North
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 15; US 93 / Las Vegas Freeway
Merge onto I 15; US 93 / Las Vegas Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
21.3 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
US 93
Take the exit onto US 93 toward US 93 North: Ely
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 64
Toward US 93 North: Ely
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunnyside Road | 109.4 mi | 2h 4m |
| Great Basin Highway | 85.2 mi | 1h 35m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 22.2 mi | 24m |
| Las Vegas Freeway | 19.9 mi | 21m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Mill Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Bonanza Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunnyside Road
— 109.4 mi, about 2h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Las Vegas, NV and Ely, NV.
1
Start on NV 579
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Bonanza Road
Use the none lane.
2
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Turn left onto West Washington Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Washington Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 15 North
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 15; US 93
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Las Vegas Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto US 93
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 93
Exit 64
Toward US 93 North: Ely
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 93
85 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
Great Basin Highway
8
Turn left onto NV 318
99 mi
·
1 hr 52 min
·
Sunnyside Road
9
Continue on NV 318
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
10
Continue on NV 318
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Sunnyside Road
11
At end of road, turn right onto US 6
22 mi
·
24 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
12
Turn left onto 6768
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Murry Street
13
Continue on 6768
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mill Street
14
Turn right onto Weber Avenue
255 ft
·
16 sec
·
Weber Avenue
15
Turn left onto Murry Street
360 ft
·
17 sec
·
Murry Street
16
Turn right onto Hayes Street
296 ft
·
13 sec
·
Hayes Street
17
Turn left onto 6769
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
Campton Street
18
Arrive at destination
6769
Trip Plan
Since the trip duration is under five hours, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure, though planning for at least one dedicated stop is recommended to break up the drive. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, especially when traversing the long 109.4-mile stretch of Sunnyside Road, and make sure your tank is topped off before leaving Las Vegas. Because the path is largely composed of local roads rather than high-speed interstates, account for potential variances in your travel time due to the winding nature of the route. Prioritizing a daylight departure will help you better navigate the numerous turns and transitions between the three main highways you will encounter.
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 120.5 miles from Las Vegas, NV, or about 2h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.4 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 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 120.5 miles or 2h 15m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ely, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Las Vegas, NV so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Las Vegas, NV
This is one driving day of about 241.1 miles and 4h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Las Vegas, 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.
The longest stretch is on Sunnyside Road for about 109.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 120.5 mi from Las Vegas, NV · 2h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
121 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 120.5 miles from Las Vegas, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Sunnyside Road if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.4 miles.
Arriving in Ely, NV
The final approach into Ely, 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 Ely, NV.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.98 one way
$95.97 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
84 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $50.67 | $101.34 |
| premium | $5.59 | $53.03 | $106.07 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $53.56 | $107.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 72.3 | 0 | $25.32 | $11.57 |
| Efficient EV | 60.3 | 0 | $21.10 | $9.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 96.4 | 1 | $33.75 | $15.43 |
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Ely, NV
Afternoon in Ely on Sunday
Local time
2:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
34°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 34m 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 Las Vegas, NV to Ely, NV covers 241.1 miles and takes about 4h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunnyside Road, Great Basin Highway, Grand Army of the Republic Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 120.5 miles from Las Vegas, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.98 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 34m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (West Washington Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Las Vegas, NV to Ely, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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