Origin
Laughlin, NV
Evening in Laughlin on Sunday
Local time
6:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Laughlin, NV to Spring Valley, NV
Drive Time
1h 56m
Distance
100.6 mi
162 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 48m
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6 AM
1h 56m
8 AM
2h 13m
10 AM
2h 2m
12 PM
2h 1m
3 PM
2h 3m
5 PM
2h 12m
8 PM
1h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laughlin, NV
Abhishek Navlakha
Spring Valley, NV
Stephen Leonardi
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Laughlin to Spring Valley, Nevada, you are in for a straightforward journey spanning 100.6 miles. Plan for roughly 1 hour and 56 minutes of driving time, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will navigate a combination of the Laughlin Highway, Veterans Memorial Highway, and the Bruce Woodbury Beltway as you transition through the Mountain West. Budget approximately $20 for fuel to cover the distance, which is quite economical for a trip of this length. Since the route requires no mandatory stops, you have the flexibility to complete the drive in one go without needing an overnight stay. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
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
50.3 miles from Laughlin, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. The route features no dedicated highway-only stretches, meaning you will navigate varying road types as you make your way toward Spring Valley. Your longest uninterrupted segment is a 53.9-mile stretch on the Veterans Memorial Highway, which provides the most consistent portion of the journey. Because the highway share is 0%, the character of the road changes frequently, requiring you to stay alert through local transitions. You will find that the physical demands of the road shift as you move off the Laughlin Highway and eventually merge onto the beltway.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 53.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Laughlin Civic Drive.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 100.6 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: at 0.1 miles (Laughlin Civic Drive): Navigation decision point; at 73.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Laughlin Civic Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Laughlin Civic Drive
Navigation decision point
6
73.2 mi into trip
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~1h 21m in
Take the ramp toward I 11 North, US 93 North, US 95 North: Las Vegas, Henderson
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 11 North, US 93 North, US 95 North: La...
8
82 mi into trip
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~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward I 215 West, NV 564 East: Lake Mead Parkway
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.
Exit 23
Toward I 215 West, NV 564 East: Lake Mead Parkw...
8
82.2 mi into trip
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~1h 31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 215 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Exit 23
Toward I 215 West
7
96.9 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward Rainbow Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 15
Toward Rainbow Boulevard
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Laughlin, NV to Spring Valley, NV, road signs begin pointing toward Henderson along the way.
Henderson
73.2 mi in
|
~1h 21m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 53.9 mi | 56m |
| Laughlin Highway | 18.2 mi | 21m |
| Bruce Woodbury Beltway | 14 mi | 16m |
| Purple Heart Highway | 7 mi | 8m |
| South Rainbow Boulevard | 3 mi | 5m |
| Boulder City Bypass | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Laughlin Civic Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Verdugo Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 53.9 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laughlin, NV and Spring Valley, NV.
1
Start on this road
146 ft
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10 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto F Street
167 ft
·
19 sec
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F Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto Laughlin Civic Drive
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Laughlin Civic Drive
4
At end of road, turn left onto NV 163
18 mi
·
21 min
·
Laughlin Highway
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
6
Merge onto US 95
54 mi
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56 min
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Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on NV 173
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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Veterans Memorial Highway
8
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 11 North, US 93 North, US 95 North: Las Vegas, Henderson
9
Merge onto I 11; US 93; US 95
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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Boulder City Bypass
10
Continue on I 11; US 93; US 95
7.0 mi
·
8 min
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Purple Heart Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 23
Toward I 215 West, NV 564 East: Lake Mead Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 23
Toward I 215 West
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on I 215
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Bruce Woodbury Beltway
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 15
Toward Rainbow Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn straight onto Rafael Rivera Way
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
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Rafael Rivera Way
16
Turn right onto South Rainbow Boulevard
3.0 mi
·
5 min
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South Rainbow Boulevard
Use the left / none lanes.
17
Turn left onto West Spring Valley Parkway North
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
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West Spring Valley Parkway North
18
Turn left onto Verdugo Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
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Verdugo Street
19
Arrive at destination
Verdugo Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. With no required stops, you can easily power through the 100.6 miles, but keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the drive makes consistent focus essential. Since you will be spending about $20 on fuel, check your gas levels before leaving Laughlin to ensure you don't have to hunt for a station mid-trip. Use your time on the 53.9-mile stretch of the Veterans Memorial Highway to settle into a comfortable rhythm before hitting the local traffic patterns near your destination. Planning your departure to avoid peak local transit times will help ensure you maintain that estimated 1 hour and 56 minute arrival window.
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 50.3 miles from Laughlin, NV, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.9 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 50.3 miles or 56m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spring Valley, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Laughlin, 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 Laughlin, NV
This is one driving day of about 100.6 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Laughlin, 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 Veterans Memorial Highway for about 53.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.3 mi from Laughlin, NV · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 50.3 miles from Laughlin, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Spring Valley, NV
The final approach into Spring Valley, 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 Spring Valley, 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
$20.02 one way
$40.04 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $21.14 | $42.28 |
| premium | $5.59 | $22.13 | $44.26 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.35 | $44.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.56 | $4.83 |
| Efficient EV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.80 | $4.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.2 | 0 | $14.08 | $6.44 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Spring Valley, NV
Evening in Spring Valley on Sunday
Local time
6:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°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
4 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
1h 56m 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 Laughlin, NV to Spring Valley, NV covers 100.6 miles and takes about 1h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Laughlin Highway, Bruce Woodbury Beltway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.3 miles from Laughlin, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.02 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 13 significant decision points across 100.6 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: at 0.1 miles (Laughlin Civic Drive): Navigation decision point; at 73.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Laughlin, NV to Spring Valley, NV, road signs begin pointing toward Henderson along the way.
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