Origin
North Las Vegas, NV
Afternoon in North Las Vegas on Sunday
Local time
2:57 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Las Vegas, NV to Henderson, NV
Drive Time
23m
Distance
15.5 mi
25 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
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6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Las Vegas, NV
Abhishek Navlakha
Henderson, NV
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from North Las Vegas to Henderson, you are looking at a quick 15.5-mile trip that typically takes about 23 minutes. Since both cities are located within the Mountain West region of Nevada, the journey is straightforward and easily completed in a single day. With a fuel budget of just $3, this is an incredibly economical route to navigate. You will primarily utilize local roads like the Purple Heart Highway, North Boulder Highway, and North Eastern Avenue rather than major interstates. Because the duration is so short, there is no need to worry about overnight stops or extensive travel planning. This drive serves as a practical connection between two major hubs, making it an efficient way to transit across the Las Vegas Valley.
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
7.8 miles from North Las Vegas, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Because the route features 0% highway share, you will spend your entire trip navigating city streets rather than cruising on high-speed interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 8.5 miles on the Purple Heart Highway, which provides a brief moment of consistency amidst the local maneuvering. You should anticipate frequent transitions between the various surface streets as you move through the urban landscape. It is a functional, city-focused commute that requires your full attention on turns and local traffic patterns rather than long-distance highway driving.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Purple Heart Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 8.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Constitution Way.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 15.5 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Constitution Way): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.5 miles (I 11; US 93; US 95 / Purple Heart Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 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
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Constitution Way
At end of road, turn right onto Constitution Way
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
8
2.3 mi into trip
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~5m in
Turn left toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South: Boulder City, Kingman, Phoenix
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South: Bo...
5
2.5 mi into trip
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~5m in
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I 11; US 93; US 95 / Purple Heart Highway
Merge onto I 11; US 93; US 95 / Purple Heart Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
11 mi into trip
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~15m in
Take the exit toward Galleria Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 64B
Toward Galleria Drive
5
12.5 mi into trip
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~18m in
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North Boulder Highway
Turn right onto North Boulder Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between North Las Vegas, NV and Henderson, NV, road signs point toward Kingman and Phoenix.
Kingman
2.3 mi in
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~5m
Phoenix
2.3 mi in
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~5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Heart Highway | 8.5 mi | 9m |
| North Boulder Highway | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| North Eastern Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| West Galleria Drive | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Civic Center Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Constitution Way | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Boulder Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Highway
— 8.5 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Las Vegas, NV and Henderson, NV.
1
Start on this road
261 ft
·
21 sec
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this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Constitution Way
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
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Constitution Way
3
Turn left onto Civic Center Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Civic Center Drive
Use the left / none lanes.
4
Continue on North Eastern Avenue
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North Eastern Avenue
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South: Boulder City, Kingman, Phoenix
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Merge onto I 11; US 93; US 95
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 64B
Toward Galleria Drive
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn left onto West Galleria Drive
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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West Galleria Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn right onto North Boulder Highway
2.9 mi
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5 min
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North Boulder Highway
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on South Boulder Highway
141 ft
·
8 sec
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South Boulder Highway
Use the left lane.
11
Arrive at destination
North Boulder Highway
Trip Plan
Since this is such a short trip, you have maximum flexibility to plan your departure whenever it suits your schedule best. There are no scheduled stops required for a 23-minute drive, allowing you to head directly from point A to point B without extra logistics. Keep in mind that because this route relies entirely on local roads, you should account for typical city traffic patterns that might fluctuate throughout the day. Fuel costs are minimal at approximately $3, so you can easily top off your tank before you leave without breaking your budget. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to stay alert for the transition between the Purple Heart Highway and the local surface streets, as the route requires several turns to reach your final destination in Henderson.
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 7.8 miles from North Las Vegas, NV, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.5 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 15.5 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.8 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Henderson, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North 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 North Las Vegas, NV
This is one driving day of about 15.5 miles and 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North 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 Purple Heart Highway for about 8.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.8 mi from North Las Vegas, NV · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 15.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.8 miles from North Las Vegas, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Henderson, NV
The final approach into Henderson, 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 Henderson, 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
$3.08 one way
$6.17 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $3.26 | $6.51 |
| premium | $5.59 | $3.41 | $6.82 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.44 | $6.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.63 | $0.74 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.36 | $0.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.17 | $0.99 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Henderson, NV
Afternoon in Henderson on Sunday
Local time
2:57 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°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
1 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
23m 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 North Las Vegas, NV to Henderson, NV covers 15.5 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Purple Heart Highway, North Boulder Highway, North Eastern Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.8 miles from North 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 $3.08 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 15.5 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Constitution Way): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.5 miles (I 11; US 93; US 95 / Purple Heart Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between North Las Vegas, NV and Henderson, NV, road signs point toward Kingman and Phoenix.
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