Trip from Mesquite, NV to Sunrise Manor, NV

Q: How long is the trip from Mesquite, NV to Sunrise Manor, NV?

The drive from Mesquite, NV to Sunrise Manor, NV covers 77.3 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are Las Vegas Freeway, North Lamb Boulevard, Sandhill Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 38.6 miles from Mesquite, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.40 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 22m

Distance

77.3 mi

124 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min

4 AM

1h 16m ★

6 AM

1h 23m

8 AM

1h 36m

10 AM

1h 27m

12 PM

1h 26m

3 PM

1h 28m

5 PM

1h 35m

8 PM

1h 19m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 77.3-mile drive from Mesquite, NV, to Sunrise Manor, NV, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 22 minutes. The route primarily utilizes the Las Vegas Freeway, North Lamb Boulevard, and Sandhill Boulevard, with a substantial 93% share of highway driving. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, this trip offers an economical way to travel within the Mountain West region. You'll find the journey to be a focused, highway-centric experience, ideal for getting from point A to point B efficiently.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 77.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 93% of the drive taking place on faster roads. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 72 miles along the Las Vegas Freeway, offering a consistent cruising pace. The road's character remains largely consistent, emphasizing efficient travel over varied scenery. This is a drive where you can settle in and cover ground quickly, making it a practical choice for direct transit.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Las Vegas Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 72 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Las Vegas Freeway and North Lamb Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 1h 22m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (I 15 / Las Vegas Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7

0.7 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the ramp toward I 15 South: Las Vegas

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas

5

1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in | I 15 / Las Vegas Freeway

Merge onto I 15 / Las Vegas Freeway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

7

73.1 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in

Take the exit toward Lamb Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 50 Toward Lamb Boulevard

9

73.4 mi into trip | ~1h 15m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Lamb Boulevard South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Exit 50 Toward Lamb Boulevard South

4

76.8 mi into trip | ~1h 21m in | Alto Avenue

Turn left onto Alto Avenue

Navigation decision point

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Mesquite, NV to Sunrise Manor, NV, road signs begin pointing toward Lamb Boulevard South along the way.

Lamb Boulevard South

73.4 mi in | ~1h 15m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Las Vegas Freeway	72 mi	1h 12m
North Lamb Boulevard	3.3 mi	5m
Sandhill Boulevard	0.6 mi	1m
Alto Avenue	0.4 mi	1m
East First North Street	0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: Las Vegas Freeway — 72 mi, about 1h 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Mesquite, NV and Sunrise Manor, NV.

1

Start on East First North Street

0.1 mi · 33 sec · East First North Street

2

Turn left onto Sandhill Boulevard

0.6 mi · 1 min · Sandhill Boulevard

3

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 23 sec

Toward I 15 South: Las Vegas Use the left lane.

4

Merge onto I 15

72 mi · 1 hr 12 min · Las Vegas Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Exit 50 Toward Lamb Boulevard Use the slight right lane.

6

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 19 sec

Exit 50 Toward Lamb Boulevard South Use the left lane.

7

Continue on NV 610

3.3 mi · 5 min · North Lamb Boulevard

Use the left lane.

8

Turn left onto Alto Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Alto Avenue

9

Turn left

90 ft · 11 sec

10

Turn left

126 ft · 9 sec

11

Arrive at destination

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 38.6 mi from Mesquite, NV · 40m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Moapa Valley, NV

39 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.

Popular next leg

Moapa Valley, NV to Sunrise Manor, NV

55.2 mi · 1h 4m

Pacing Suggestions

Bunkerville, NV

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Moapa Valley, NV

Meal break

The midpoint is around 38.6 miles from Mesquite, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Las Vegas Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72 miles.

Arriving in Sunrise Manor, NV

The final approach into Sunrise Manor, 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

$15.40 one way

$30.80 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.36	$16.30	$32.59
premium	$5.59	$17.02	$34.03
diesel	$5.61	$17.07	$34.13

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$15

Estimated CO2 emission: 27 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	23.2	$8.12	$3.71
Efficient EV	19.3	$6.76	$3.09
EV Truck/SUV	30.9	$10.82	$4.95

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Mesquite, NV

Morning in Mesquite on Thursday

Local time

10:04 AM

PDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Sunrise Manor, NV

Morning in Sunrise Manor on Thursday

Local time

10:04 AM

PDT

Current temp

57°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

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

1h 22m 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.

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