Trip from North Las Vegas, NV to Pioche, NV

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are Great Basin Highway, Las Vegas Freeway, NV 321. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

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 86.3 miles from North Las Vegas, 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 $34.38 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?

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Q: How many breaks should I plan?

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from North Las Vegas, NV to Pioche, NV?

The route from North Las Vegas, NV to Pioche, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 37m

Distance

172.6 mi

278 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

16 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

3h 25m ★

6 AM

3h 37m

8 AM

4h 2m

10 AM

3h 46m

12 PM

3h 43m

3 PM

3h 47m

5 PM

4h 1m

8 PM

3h 30m

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

The drive from North Las Vegas, NV to Pioche, NV covers 172.6 miles and takes about 3h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Great Basin Highway, Las Vegas Freeway, NV 321 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 148.3 miles on Great Basin Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.38 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

86.3 miles from North Las Vegas, NV

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 37m. Total distance: 172.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (12%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

Expect a 3h 37m drive with frequent turns across 172.6 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Great Basin Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 148.3 miles.

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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Constitution Way.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from North Las Vegas, NV to Pioche, NV is easy. At 3h 37m with 12% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

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 1.6 miles (NV 574 / East Cheyenne Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (I 15; US 93 / Las Vegas Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

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

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0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Constitution Way

At end of road, turn right onto Constitution Way

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

4

1.6 mi into trip | ~3m in | NV 574 / East Cheyenne Avenue

Turn left onto NV 574 / East Cheyenne Avenue

Navigation decision point

5

2.2 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 15; US 93 / Las Vegas Freeway

Merge onto I 15; US 93 / Las Vegas Freeway

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

7

19.3 mi into trip | ~23m in | US 93

Take the exit onto US 93 toward US 93 North: Ely

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 64 Toward US 93 North: Ely

5

172.5 mi into trip | ~3h 36m in | Waddell Street

Turn right onto Waddell Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Great Basin Highway	148.3 mi	3h 5m
Las Vegas Freeway	17.2 mi	18m
NV 321	2.6 mi	3m
Civic Center Drive	1.5 mi	2m
Front Street	1.3 mi	1m
Spring Street	0.7 mi	1m
US 93	0.2 mi	<1m
Waddell Street	0.2 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: Great Basin Highway — 148.3 mi, about 3h 5m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between North Las Vegas, NV and Pioche, NV.

1

Start on this road

261 ft · 21 sec · this road

2

At end of road, turn right onto Constitution Way

0.1 mi · 31 sec · Constitution Way

3

Turn right onto Civic Center Drive

1.5 mi · 2 min · Civic Center Drive

4

Turn left onto NV 574

412 ft · 8 sec · East Cheyenne Avenue

5

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 58 sec

Toward I 15 North, US 93 North

6

Merge onto I 15; US 93

17 mi · 18 min · Las Vegas Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

7

Take the exit onto US 93

0.2 mi · 26 sec · US 93

Exit 64 Toward US 93 North: Ely Use the straight / slight right lanes.

8

Continue on US 93

127 mi · 2 hr 37 min · Great Basin Highway

9

Continue on US 93

1.3 mi · 1 min · Front Street

10

Continue on US 93

0.7 mi · 1 min · Spring Street

11

Continue on US 93

21 mi · 28 min · Great Basin Highway

12

Turn left onto NV 321

2.6 mi · 3 min · NV 321

13

Turn left onto Newark Street

177 ft · 12 sec · Newark Street

14

Turn right onto Waddell Street

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Waddell Street

15

Arrive at destination

Waddell Street

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 86.3 miles from North Las Vegas, NV, or about 1h 45m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 148.3 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 38 miles or 46m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 86.3 miles or 1h 45m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 54m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pioche, 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 172.6 miles and 3h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from North Las Vegas, NV.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Great Basin Highway for about 148.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 86.3 mi from North Las Vegas, NV · 1h 45m into the drive

census-designate place in Lincoln County, Nevada, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Alamo, NV

86 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

Alamo, NV

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Alamo, NV

Meal break

The midpoint is around 86.3 miles from North Las Vegas, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Great Basin Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 148.3 miles.

Arriving in Pioche, NV

The final approach into Pioche, 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 Pioche, NV.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 160.3

Caliente, Nevada

+18887584389

Visit website

Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 86.3

Alamo, Nevada

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+17757253417

Visit website

Million Dollar Courthouse

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 172.6

Pioche, Nevada

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+17759621585

Visit website

Oak Springs Trilobite Area

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 135.6

Caliente, Nevada

+17757268100

Visit website

Stonehenge Replica

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 61.7

Alamo, Nevada

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort State Historic Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour Inexpensiv

Las Vegas, Nevada

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+17024863511

Visit website

Las Vegas Science & Natural History Museum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour Inexpensiv

Las Vegas, Nevada

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+17023843466

Visit website

The Neon Museum Las Vegas

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately

Las Vegas, Nevada

Hours: 3–11 pm

+17023876366

Visit website

The Mob Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately

Las Vegas, Nevada

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+17022292734

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument

National Monument

Over the last ~570,000 years, water has transformed the Upper Las Vegas Valley. Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument is an urban park that preserves the unique story of this ever-changing enviro...

16 mi from route ~41 min detour Free near mile 6

Park Closure: South Unit temporarily closed south of Grand Teton Drive; Trailheads remain open.

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.38 one way

$68.77 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 60 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.36	$36.39	$72.78
premium	$5.59	$37.99	$75.98
diesel	$5.61	$38.11	$76.22

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 60.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

16 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

East Lake Mead - Tesla Supercharger

N Las Vegas, NV

Tesla

24 DCFC

Winterwood Pavillion Shopping Mall - Tesla Supercharger

Las Vegas, NV

Tesla

20 DCFC

Fountainebleau

Las Vegas, NV

NAYAX_ENERGY

20 DCFC

Charleston Valley View Business Park - Tesla Supercharger

Las Vegas, NV

Tesla

16 DCFC

Las Vegas, NV - East Sahara Avenue - Tesla Supercharger

Las Vegas, NV

Tesla

12 DCFC

Craig and Losee Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

North Las Vegas, NV

Tesla

12 DCFC

Winterwood Pavilion

Las Vegas, NV

eVgo Network

10 DCFC

Las Vegas North Premium Outlets - Tesla Supercharger

Las Vegas, NV

Tesla

8 DCFC

Tesla: 7 EV Connect: 2 Electrify America: 2 NAYAX_ENERGY: 1 eVgo Network: 1 SYNERGEV: 1 IONNA: 1 RED_E: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	51.8	$18.12	$8.28
Efficient EV	43.2	$15.10	$6.90
EV Truck/SUV	69	$24.16	$11.05

Gas CO2

60 kg

EV CO2

20 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 16, 2026

Origin

North Las Vegas, NV

Evening in North Las Vegas on Thursday

Local time

7:22 PM

PDT

Current temp

84°F

Mostly Sunny

SSW 13 to 22 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 10:25AM PDT until April 17 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Elko NV

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 3:13AM PDT until April 17 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV

Destination

Pioche, NV

Evening in Pioche on Thursday

Local time

7:22 PM

PDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

42°F

Alamo, NV

86 mi in

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

16 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

3h 37m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 Pioche, NV covers 172.6 miles and takes about 3h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Great Basin Highway, Las Vegas Freeway, NV 321. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 86.3 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 $34.38 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The drive from North Las Vegas, NV to Pioche, NV is easy. At 3h 37m with 12% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Constitution Way): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.6 miles (NV 574 / East Cheyenne Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (I 15; US 93 / Las Vegas Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from North Las Vegas, NV to Pioche, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument.

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