Origin
Paradise, NV
Morning in Paradise on Thursday
Local time
10:02 AM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Paradise, NV to Pahrump, NV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
59.9 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Paradise, NV
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Pahrump, NV
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 59.9-mile drive from Paradise, Nevada, to Pahrump, Nevada, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 16 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You'll navigate primarily on Pahrump Valley Highway and Bruce Woodbury Beltway, with a portion on Blue Diamond Road. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $12. Given its relatively short distance and the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, it offers a convenient and direct connection between these two locations within the Mountain West region.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 59.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a drive with frequent turns rather than long stretches of highway, as indicated by the 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 42.1 miles along Pahrump Valley Highway. This route is characterized by its local road feel, suggesting you'll be passing through more developed or community-oriented areas rather than open, high-speed thoroughfares. The road's personality will likely be defined by navigating through towns and varied terrain rather than a consistent, fast-paced experience.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 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 42.1 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Paradise Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.9 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 0.2 miles (Paradise Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (Airport Connector): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.9 miles (I 215 / Bruce Woodbury Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Paradise Road
At end of road, turn left onto Paradise Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
2.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
Airport Connector
Keep slight left at fork onto Airport Connector toward I 215 West: Las Vegas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 215 West: Las Vegas
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
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.
8
9.6 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward Durango Drive, Sunset Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 17
Toward Durango Drive, Sunset Road
5
59.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pahrump Valley Highway | 42.1 mi | 49m |
| Bruce Woodbury Beltway | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| Blue Diamond Road | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| South Durango Drive | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Airport Connector | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Paradise Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Rafael Rivera Way | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Palo Verde Circle | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Pahrump Valley Highway
— 42.1 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paradise, NV and Pahrump, NV.
1
Start on this road
37 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Palo Verde Circle
145 ft
·
12 sec
·
Palo Verde Circle
3
Continue on Palo Verde Circle
317 ft
·
15 sec
·
Palo Verde Circle
4
Turn right onto Palo Verde Road
40 ft
·
5 sec
·
Palo Verde Road
5
Turn left
361 ft
·
33 sec
6
At end of road, turn left onto Paradise Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Paradise Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on Airport Connector
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Airport Connector
Toward I 215: Las Vegas, Henderson, Rental Car Return
8
Keep slight left at fork onto Airport Connector
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Airport Connector
Toward I 215 West: Las Vegas
9
Merge onto I 215
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Bruce Woodbury Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 17
Toward Durango Drive, Sunset Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto Rafael Rivera Way
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Rafael Rivera Way
12
Turn left onto South Durango Drive
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
South Durango Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Turn right onto NV 160
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Blue Diamond Road
14
Continue on NV 160
42 mi
·
49 min
·
Pahrump Valley Highway
15
Continue on NV 160
331 ft
·
14 sec
·
Pahrump Valley Highway
16
Turn right
20 ft
·
1 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30 mi from Paradise, NV · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30 miles from Paradise, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pahrump, NV
The final approach into Pahrump, 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
$11.93 one way
$23.87 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $12.63 | $25.26 |
| premium | $5.59 | $13.19 | $26.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.23 | $26.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18 | 0 | $6.29 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.39 | $3.83 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Pahrump, NV
Morning in Pahrump on Thursday
Local time
10:02 AM
PDT
Current temp
47°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
11 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 16m 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 Pahrump, NV covers 59.9 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pahrump Valley Highway, Bruce Woodbury Beltway, Blue Diamond Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30 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 $11.93 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 59.9 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 0.2 miles (Paradise Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (Airport Connector): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.9 miles (I 215 / Bruce Woodbury Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Paradise, NV to Pahrump, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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