Origin
Las Vegas, NV
Afternoon in Las Vegas on Sunday
Local time
4:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Las Vegas, NV to Laughlin, NV
Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
96.5 mi
155 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
★
6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Las Vegas, NV
Abhishek Navlakha
Laughlin, NV
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick getaway from the neon lights of Las Vegas, the 96.5-mile drive to Laughlin is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 51 minutes. This route stays entirely within the Mountain West region, making it an easy transition between two distinct Nevada destinations. You can comfortably tackle this as a one-day round trip, though staying overnight offers more flexibility for your schedule. Budgeting around $19 for fuel covers the journey, keeping the costs manageable for a spontaneous departure. Since the route is relatively short and direct, it serves as a practical connection for those wanting to trade the city bustle for the riverside atmosphere of Laughlin.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
48.2 miles from Las Vegas, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that keeps you focused as you navigate the transition from urban outskirts to the open desert. The route relies heavily on US 95, the Purple Heart Highway, and the Laughlin Highway, with approximately 56% of your time spent on highways. You will settle into a steady rhythm during the longest stretch of 54.3 miles on US 95, which provides a consistent pace for the bulk of your travel. Because the road profile is categorized as a mixed drive, you will encounter shifting conditions that require you to stay alert behind the wheel. The journey balances these faster highway sections with local road segments, ensuring the drive feels functional and efficient rather than monotonous.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 54.3 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 early in the drive.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 96.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.1 miles (East Bonanza Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. 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
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn sharp right
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Bonanza Road
At end of road, turn right onto East Bonanza Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
7
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
Turn left toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South: Boulder City, Kingman, Phoenix, Needles
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South: Bo...
8
22.4 mi into trip
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~26m in
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US 95
Take the exit onto US 95 toward Veterans Memorial Highway, NV 173: Searchlight, Boulder City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 14
Toward Veterans Memorial Highway, NV 173: Searc...
9
22.7 mi into trip
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~27m in
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US 95
Keep slight right at fork onto US 95 toward Veterans Memorial Highway South, NV 173 South: Searchlight, Laughlin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Exit 14
Toward Veterans Memorial Highway South, NV 173...
Towns Along This Route
Between Las Vegas, NV and Laughlin, NV, road signs point toward Veterans Memorial Highway, Boulder City and Veterans Memorial Highway South.
Veterans Memorial Highway
22.4 mi in
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~26m
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via US 95
Boulder City
22.4 mi in
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~26m
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via US 95
Veterans Memorial Highway South
22.7 mi in
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~27m
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via US 95
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 95 | 54.3 mi | 57m |
| Purple Heart Highway | 20.6 mi | 23m |
| Laughlin Highway | 18.3 mi | 21m |
| Boulder City Bypass | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Laughlin Civic Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| B Street | 0.2 mi | 1m |
| North Las Vegas Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Casino Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 95
— 54.3 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Las Vegas, NV and Laughlin, NV.
1
Start on NV 579
15 ft
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0 sec
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East Bonanza Road
2
Turn left onto North Las Vegas Boulevard
144 ft
·
11 sec
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North Las Vegas Boulevard
Use the left / none lanes.
3
Turn sharp right
163 ft
·
14 sec
4
At end of road, turn right onto East Bonanza Road
96 ft
·
4 sec
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East Bonanza Road
5
Turn left onto North Las Vegas Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
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North Las Vegas Boulevard
6
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South: Boulder City, Kingman, Phoenix, Needles
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 11; US 93; US 95
21 mi
·
23 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 11; US 93; US 95
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Boulder City Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto US 95
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 95
Exit 14
Toward Veterans Memorial Highway, NV 173: Searchlight, Boulder City
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 95
54 mi
·
57 min
·
US 95
Exit 14
Toward Veterans Memorial Highway South, NV 173 South: Searchlight, Laughlin
Use the none lane.
11
Turn left onto NV 163
18 mi
·
21 min
·
Laughlin Highway
Use the left / none lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
13
Turn straight onto Laughlin Civic Drive
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Laughlin Civic Drive
14
Turn right onto South Casino Drive
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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South Casino Drive
15
Turn right
117 ft
·
13 sec
16
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
1 min
17
Turn right onto B Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
B Street
18
Turn right
233 ft
·
17 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable drive of under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily head out in the morning to make the most of your day or wait until the afternoon to avoid peak traffic. Because there are no mandatory stops listed for this 96.5-mile route, you are free to drive straight through, though planning a break during that 54.3-mile stretch on US 95 is a smart way to keep your energy up. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving the Las Vegas area to ensure you stay within your $19 estimated budget. Ultimately, the simplicity of this route allows you to focus on the road ahead without the need for complex multi-day planning.
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 48.2 miles from Las Vegas, NV, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.3 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.2 miles or 54m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Laughlin, 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.
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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 Las Vegas, NV
This is one driving day of about 96.5 miles and 1h 51m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 95 for about 54.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.2 mi from Las Vegas, NV · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 48.2 miles from Las Vegas, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Laughlin, NV
The final approach into Laughlin, 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 Laughlin, 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
$19.21 one way
$38.41 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $20.28 | $40.56 |
| premium | $5.59 | $21.23 | $42.45 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.44 | $42.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29 | 0 | $10.13 | $4.63 |
| Efficient EV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.44 | $3.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.6 | 0 | $13.51 | $6.18 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Laughlin, NV
Afternoon in Laughlin on Sunday
Local time
4:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
61°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
3 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 51m 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 Las Vegas, NV to Laughlin, NV covers 96.5 miles and takes about 1h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 95, Purple Heart Highway, Laughlin Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.2 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 $19.21 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 demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 96.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.1 miles (East Bonanza Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Las Vegas, NV and Laughlin, NV, road signs point toward Veterans Memorial Highway, Boulder City and Veterans Memorial Highway South.
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