Origin
Smith, NV
Evening in Smith on Sunday
Local time
6:32 PM
PDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Smith, NV to Reno, NV
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
83.3 mi
134 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
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6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 12m
10 AM
2h 1m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 2m
5 PM
2h 11m
8 PM
1h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Reno, NV
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Trip Overview
Connecting Smith to Reno is a straightforward 83.3-mile trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 54 minutes. Because this route is well within a single day’s travel, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via NV 208, Main Street, and I-580 to reach your destination within the Mountain West region. Budget approximately $17 for fuel to cover the distance, making this an economical excursion. Whether you are heading into the city for business or a quick getaway, the route offers a reliable connection between these two Nevada locales.
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
41.7 miles from Smith, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 76% of your journey is spent on major roads. The path shifts from local thoroughfares to a more consistent pace once you merge onto the interstate. You will encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 19.5 miles while cruising on I-580, which allows for steady driving. This transition from local Nevada roads to the higher-speed interstate defines the personality of the trip. By the time you arrive in Reno, you will have transitioned from rural stretches to a more structured highway environment.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 580 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 580 and Main Street. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 15.7 miles in near US 395 / Main Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 83.3 miles you will encounter 14 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 15.7 miles (US 395 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.2 miles (NV 88 / Woodfords Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 47.4 miles (US 395): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
15.7 mi into trip
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~23m in
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US 395 / Main Street
Turn right onto US 395 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
36.2 mi into trip
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~55m in
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NV 88 / Woodfords Road
Enter roundabout onto NV 88 / Woodfords Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
47.4 mi into trip
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~1h 10m in
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US 395
Take the exit onto US 395 toward I 580 North, US 395 North, US 50 East: Reno, Dayton, Fallon
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.
Toward I 580 North, US 395 North, US 50 East: R...
5
80.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
Take the exit toward Mill Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 34
Toward Mill Street
5
83.2 mi into trip
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~1h 53m in
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Plaza Street
Turn left onto Plaza Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
Between Smith, NV and Reno, NV, road signs point toward Dayton and Fallon.
Dayton
47.4 mi in
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~1h 10m
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via US 395
Fallon
47.4 mi in
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~1h 10m
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via US 395
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 580 | 19.5 mi | 21m |
| Main Street | 16.5 mi | 22m |
| NV 208 | 15.7 mi | 23m |
| US 395 | 14.7 mi | 22m |
| Carson City Deputy Sheriff Carl Howell Memorial Freeway | 13.2 mi | 14m |
| Mill Street | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| County Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Woodfords Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 580
— 19.5 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smith, NV and Reno, NV.
1
Start on NV 208
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
NV 208
2
Keep slight right at fork onto NV 208
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
NV 208
3
Keep slight right at fork onto NV 208
11 mi
·
16 min
·
NV 208
4
Turn right onto US 395
16 mi
·
22 min
·
Main Street
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on US 395
2.9 mi
·
7 min
·
US 395
Use the none lane.
6
Turn left onto County Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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County Road
7
Enter roundabout onto NV 88
2 ft
·
0 sec
·
Woodfords Road
8
Continue on NV 88
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Woodfords Road
9
Turn left onto US 395
11 mi
·
13 min
·
US 395
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto US 395
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 395
Toward I 580 North, US 395 North, US 50 East: Reno, Dayton, Fallon
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 580; US 50; US 395
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Carson City Deputy Sheriff Carl Howell Memorial Freeway
12
Continue on I 580; US 395
19 mi
·
21 min
·
I 580; US 395
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 34
Toward Mill Street
14
Turn left onto Mill Street
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Mill Street
15
Turn right onto Sinclair Street
355 ft
·
12 sec
·
Sinclair Street
16
Continue on Lake Street
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Lake Street
Use the none lane.
17
Turn left onto Plaza Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Plaza Street
18
Turn right
224 ft
·
20 sec
19
Turn left
105 ft
·
7 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since the total duration is under two hours, you have significant flexibility in your departure time. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the drive is short enough to handle in one continuous stretch. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Smith, as the $17 estimated cost provides a good baseline for your planning. To ensure a smooth experience, verify your route through the I-580 corridor before heading out, as traffic patterns can fluctuate near the city. Embrace the simplicity of this direct route by keeping your itinerary light and open.
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 41.7 miles from Smith, NV, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.5 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 80 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.7 miles or 1h 2m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Reno, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Smith, 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 Smith, NV
This is one driving day of about 83.3 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Smith, 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 I 580 for about 19.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.7 mi from Smith, NV · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 41.7 miles from Smith, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Reno, NV
The final approach into Reno, 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 Reno, 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
$16.58 one way
$33.16 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $17.51 | $35.01 |
| premium | $5.59 | $18.32 | $36.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $18.51 | $37.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25 | 0 | $8.75 | $4.00 |
| Efficient EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.29 | $3.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.66 | $5.33 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Reno, NV
Evening in Reno on Sunday
Local time
6:32 PM
PDT
Current temp
39°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
7 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 54m 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 Smith, NV to Reno, NV covers 83.3 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 580, Main Street, NV 208. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.7 miles from Smith, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.58 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 83.3 miles you will encounter 14 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 15.7 miles (US 395 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.2 miles (NV 88 / Woodfords Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 47.4 miles (US 395): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Smith, NV and Reno, NV, road signs point toward Dayton and Fallon.
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