Origin
Pahrump, NV
Morning in Pahrump on Saturday
Local time
7:36 AM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Pahrump, NV to Henderson, NV
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
64.7 mi
104 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pahrump, NV
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Henderson, NV
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Trip Overview
This 64.7-mile drive from Pahrump, NV to Henderson, NV is a straightforward, single-day trip taking about 1 hour and 21 minutes. You'll primarily be on Pahrump Valley Highway, Blue Diamond Road, and the Bruce Woodbury Beltway, with about 4% of the route being highway driving. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, this route is an economical choice for a quick journey. The drive offers a practical transition between two locations within the Mountain West region, making it ideal for a day trip without the need for an overnight stop.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 64.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (4%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, rather than a high-speed interstate experience. While there's a highway share of 4%, the majority of your time will be spent on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 42 miles on Pahrump Valley Highway, after which the character of the drive shifts. You'll navigate through varied road conditions as you progress towards Henderson, so staying attentive to your surroundings is key.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pahrump Valley Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 42 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 NV 160 / Pahrump Valley Highway.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Pahrump, NV to Henderson, NV is easy. At 1h 21m with 4% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NV 160 / Pahrump Valley Highway): Navigation decision point; at 55 miles: Navigation decision point; at 55.5 miles (I 215 / Bruce Woodbury Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NV 160 / Pahrump Valley Highway
Turn right onto NV 160 / Pahrump Valley Highway
Navigation decision point
3
55 mi into trip
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~1h 7m in
Take the ramp toward I 215 East
Navigation decision point
Toward I 215 East
5
55.5 mi into trip
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~1h 8m in
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I 215 / Bruce Woodbury Beltway
Merge onto I 215 / Bruce Woodbury Beltway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
64.7 mi into trip
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~1h 21m in
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South Boulder Highway
Turn left onto South Boulder Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pahrump Valley Highway | 42 mi | 49m |
| Blue Diamond Road | 11 mi | 15m |
| Bruce Woodbury Beltway | 6.9 mi | 7m |
| West Lake Mead Parkway | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| East Windmill Lane | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| South Boulder Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Boulder Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Pahrump Valley Highway
— 42 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pahrump, NV and Henderson, NV.
1
Start on this road
20 ft
·
3 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto NV 160
42 mi
·
49 min
·
Pahrump Valley Highway
3
Continue on NV 160
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Blue Diamond Road
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on NV 160
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Blue Diamond Road
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on NV 160
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
East Windmill Lane
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 215 East
7
Merge onto I 215
6.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Bruce Woodbury Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on NV 564
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West Lake Mead Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto South Boulder Highway
141 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Boulder Highway
Use the left lane.
10
Arrive at destination
North Boulder Highway
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.3 mi from Pahrump, NV · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.3 miles from Pahrump, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.89 one way
$25.78 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $13.64 | $27.28 |
| premium | $5.59 | $14.24 | $28.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.28 | $28.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.79 | $3.11 |
| Efficient EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.06 | $4.14 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Morning in Henderson on Saturday
Local time
7:36 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
10 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
1h 21m 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 Pahrump, NV to Henderson, NV covers 64.7 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pahrump Valley Highway, Blue Diamond Road, Bruce Woodbury Beltway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.3 miles from Pahrump, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.89 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 Pahrump, NV to Henderson, NV is easy. At 1h 21m with 4% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NV 160 / Pahrump Valley Highway): Navigation decision point; at 55 miles: Navigation decision point; at 55.5 miles (I 215 / Bruce Woodbury Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Pahrump, NV to Henderson, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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