Origin
Las Vegas, NV
Night in Las Vegas on Wednesday
Local time
10:03 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Las Vegas, NV to Paradise, NV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
14m
Distance
8.8 mi
14 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Las Vegas, NV
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Paradise, NV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Las Vegas, NV to Paradise, NV covers 8.8 miles and takes about 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Casino Center Boulevard, I 11 North, Purple Heart Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.75 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
4.4 miles from Las Vegas, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 14m drive with frequent turns across 8.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Casino Center Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Las Vegas, NV to Paradise, NV is easy. At 14m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Las Vegas, NV to Paradise, NV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Casino Center Boulevard | — | — |
| I 11 North | — | — |
| Purple Heart Highway | — | — |
| I 15 South | — | — |
| Las Vegas Freeway | — | — |
| Tropicana Avenue | — | — |
| Tropicana Avenue East | — | — |
| West Tropicana Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Casino Center Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Las Vegas, NV and Paradise, NV.
1
Start on East Bonanza Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
East Bonanza Road
2
Turn left onto North Casino Center Boulevard
469 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Casino Center Boulevard
3
Take the ramp slight right toward I 11 North, US 93 North, US 95 North: Ely, Tonopah, Reno
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 11 North, US 93 North, US 95 North: Ely, Tonopah, Reno
4
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Highway
387 ft
·
5 sec
·
Purple Heart Highway
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 15 South: Los Angeles
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 15 South: Los Angeles
6
Merge slight right onto Las Vegas Freeway
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Las Vegas Freeway
7
Take the exit slight right toward Tropicana Avenue
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Tropicana Avenue
8
Keep slight right to continue on Tropicana Avenue East, Las Vegas Boulevard South
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Tropicana Avenue East, Las Vegas Boulevard South
9
Turn straight onto West Tropicana Avenue
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West Tropicana Avenue
10
Turn right onto Palo Verde Road
0.2 mi
·
57 sec
·
Palo Verde Road
11
Turn left onto Palo Verde Circle
318 ft
·
16 sec
·
Palo Verde Circle
12
Continue on Palo Verde Circle
144 ft
·
9 sec
·
Palo Verde Circle
13
Turn right
36 ft
·
3 sec
14
Arrive at your destination
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 4.4 miles from Las Vegas, NV, or about 7m into the drive.
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 8.8 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.4 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Paradise, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Las Vegas, NV.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Las Vegas, NV
This is one driving day of about 8.8 miles and 14m.
At 8.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.4 mi from Las Vegas, NV · 7m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 8.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.4 miles from Las Vegas, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Paradise, NV
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Paradise, NV if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.75 one way
$3.51 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $1.86 | $3.71 |
| premium | $5.59 | $1.94 | $3.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.94 | $3.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.92 | $0.42 |
| Efficient EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.77 | $0.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.23 | $0.56 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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
Paradise, NV
Night in Paradise on Wednesday
Local time
10:03 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
14m 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 Paradise, NV covers 8.8 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Casino Center Boulevard, I 11 North, Purple Heart Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.4 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 $1.75 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.
The drive from Las Vegas, NV to Paradise, NV is easy. At 14m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Las Vegas, NV to Paradise, NV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Las Vegas, NV to Paradise, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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