Origin
Paradise, NV
Evening in Paradise on Sunday
Local time
5:22 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Paradise, NV to Laughlin, NV
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
93.1 mi
150 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 42m
★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Paradise, NV
Mariela Maragna
Laughlin, NV
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
Traveling from Paradise to Laughlin covers 93.1 miles of Nevada landscape, typically taking about 1 hour and 49 minutes behind the wheel. This journey serves as a straightforward connection between two Mountain West locations, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. With a estimated fuel cost of roughly $19, the drive is budget-friendly and requires no overnight stops to complete comfortably. Whether you are heading south for a quick getaway or a change of scenery, the route provides a direct path without unnecessary detours. It is a practical, efficient trek that allows you to reach your destination quickly while maintaining total flexibility for your schedule.
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
46.5 miles from Paradise, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition across the Nevada desert. The route relies on US 95, the Laughlin Highway, and the Purple Heart Highway, with approximately 58% of the trip spent on highways. You will settle into a rhythm during the longest uninterrupted stretch, which spans 54.3 miles along US 95. As you progress, the road shifts from the initial highway segments into the local stretches leading toward Laughlin. This variety keeps the drive engaging, moving you steadily from the urban environment of Paradise into the distinct character of the lower Colorado River region.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 54.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near East Tropicana Avenue.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 93.1 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 0.3 miles (East Tropicana Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles (I 11; US 93; US 95 / Purple Heart Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.8 miles (I 11; US 93; US 95 / Boulder City Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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East Tropicana Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto East Tropicana Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
4.3 mi into trip
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~8m 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.
6
17.8 mi into trip
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~23m in
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I 11; US 93; US 95 / Boulder City Bypass
Keep slight left at fork onto I 11; US 93; US 95 / Boulder City Bypass
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
19 mi into trip
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~25m in
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US 95
Take the exit onto US 95 toward Veterans Memorial Highway, NV 173: Searchlight, Boulder City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 14
Toward Veterans Memorial Highway, NV 173: Searc...
9
19.3 mi into trip
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~25m in
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US 95
Keep slight right at fork onto US 95 toward Veterans Memorial Highway South, NV 173 South: Searchlight, Laughlin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Exit 14
Toward Veterans Memorial Highway South, NV 173...
Towns Along This Route
Between Paradise, NV and Laughlin, NV, road signs point toward Veterans Memorial Highway, Boulder City and Veterans Memorial Highway South.
Veterans Memorial Highway
19 mi in
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~25m
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via US 95
Boulder City
19 mi in
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~25m
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via US 95
Veterans Memorial Highway South
19.3 mi in
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~25m
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via US 95
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 95 | 54.3 mi | 57m |
| Laughlin Highway | 18.3 mi | 21m |
| Purple Heart Highway | 13.4 mi | 15m |
| East Tropicana Avenue | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Boulder City Bypass | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Laughlin Civic Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| B Street | 0.2 mi | 1m |
| Palo Verde Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 95
— 54.3 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paradise, NV and Laughlin, NV.
1
Start on this road
37 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Palo Verde Circle
145 ft
·
12 sec
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Palo Verde Circle
3
Continue on Palo Verde Circle
317 ft
·
15 sec
·
Palo Verde Circle
4
Turn right onto Palo Verde Road
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
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Palo Verde Road
5
At end of road, turn right onto East Tropicana Avenue
3.6 mi
·
6 min
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East Tropicana Avenue
Use the none lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South
7
Merge onto I 11; US 93; US 95
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 11; US 93; US 95
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Boulder City Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto US 95
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 95
Exit 14
Toward Veterans Memorial Highway, NV 173: Searchlight, Boulder City
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 95
54 mi
·
57 min
·
US 95
Exit 14
Toward Veterans Memorial Highway South, NV 173 South: Searchlight, Laughlin
Use the none lane.
11
Turn left onto NV 163
18 mi
·
21 min
·
Laughlin Highway
Use the left / none lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
13
Turn straight onto Laughlin Civic Drive
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Laughlin Civic Drive
14
Turn right onto South Casino Drive
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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South Casino Drive
15
Turn right
117 ft
·
13 sec
16
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
1 min
17
Turn right onto B Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
B Street
18
Turn right
233 ft
·
17 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is simple given the sub-two-hour duration of this 93.1-mile trip. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you have the freedom to pace yourself based on your own comfort level and fuel needs. Keep in mind that your fuel budget is approximately $19, so it is wise to check your levels before leaving Paradise to ensure a smooth, uninterrupted run. Because the majority of your time is spent on major roads like US 95, stay alert for changes in speed limits as you transition onto the Laughlin Highway. Using this flexibility to your advantage, you can easily time your arrival to beat peak traffic or enjoy a leisurely morning start.
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 46.5 miles from Paradise, NV, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.3 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 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.5 miles or 54m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Laughlin, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Paradise, 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 Paradise, NV
This is one driving day of about 93.1 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Paradise, 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 US 95 for about 54.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.5 mi from Paradise, NV · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 46.5 miles from Paradise, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Laughlin, NV
The final approach into Laughlin, 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 Laughlin, 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
$18.53 one way
$37.06 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $19.57 | $39.13 |
| premium | $5.59 | $20.48 | $40.96 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.68 | $41.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.78 | $4.47 |
| Efficient EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.15 | $3.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.2 | 0 | $13.03 | $5.96 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Destination
Laughlin, NV
Evening in Laughlin on Sunday
Local time
5:22 PM
PDT
Current temp
61°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
2 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 49m 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 Paradise, NV to Laughlin, NV covers 93.1 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 95, Laughlin Highway, Purple Heart Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.5 miles from Paradise, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.53 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 15 significant decision points across 93.1 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 0.3 miles (East Tropicana Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles (I 11; US 93; US 95 / Purple Heart Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.8 miles (I 11; US 93; US 95 / Boulder City Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Paradise, NV and Laughlin, NV, road signs point toward Veterans Memorial Highway, Boulder City and Veterans Memorial Highway South.
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