Origin
Sparks, NV
Evening in Sparks on Thursday
Local time
6:23 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sparks, NV to Fallon, NV
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
59.2 mi
95 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sparks, NV
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Fallon, NV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sparks, NV to Fallon, NV covers 59.2 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, US 50 ALT, West Williams Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.1 miles on Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.79 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 59.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive from Sparks, NV to Fallon, NV covers 59.2 miles and takes about 1h 13m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 31.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NV 445 / Pyramid Way.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Sparks, NV to Fallon, NV is easy. At 1h 13m with 43% 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 445 / Pyramid Way): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 31.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NV 445 / Pyramid Way
Turn left onto NV 445 / Pyramid Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
31.5 mi into trip
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~36m in
Take the exit toward I 80 BUS West, US 95 ALT South: East Fernley, Yerington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 48
Toward I 80 BUS West, US 95 ALT South: East Fer...
4
32 mi into trip
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~36m in
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I 80 BUS; US 95 ALT
Turn right onto I 80 BUS; US 95 ALT
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
32.8 mi into trip
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~38m in
|
US 50 ALT
Enter roundabout onto US 50 ALT
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Sparks, NV to Fallon, NV, road signs begin pointing toward Yerington along the way.
Yerington
31.5 mi in
|
~36m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 31.1 mi | 35m |
| US 50 ALT | 24.6 mi | 30m |
| West Williams Avenue | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| I 80 BUS | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Maine Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Farm District Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Pyramid Way | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Victorian Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
— 31.1 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sparks, NV and Fallon, NV.
1
Start on West Victorian Avenue
45 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Victorian Avenue
2
Turn left onto NV 445
253 ft
·
17 sec
·
Pyramid Way
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 80
31 mi
·
35 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 48
Toward I 80 BUS West, US 95 ALT South: East Fernley, Yerington
6
Turn right onto I 80 BUS; US 95 ALT
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80 BUS; US 95 ALT
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on NV 828
341 ft
·
9 sec
·
Farm District Road
8
Enter roundabout onto US 50 ALT
298 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 50 ALT
9
Continue on US 50 ALT
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
US 50 ALT
10
Continue on US 50 ALT
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
US 50 ALT
11
Continue on US 50 ALT
17 mi
·
21 min
·
US 50 ALT
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on US 50
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
West Williams Avenue
13
Turn right onto South Maine Street
507 ft
·
10 sec
·
South Maine Street
14
Arrive at destination
South Maine Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.6 mi from Sparks, NV · 33m 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 29.6 miles from Sparks, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fallon, NV
The final approach into Fallon, 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
$11.79 one way
$23.59 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $12.48 | $24.96 |
| premium | $5.59 | $13.03 | $26.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.07 | $26.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 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 | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.29 | $3.79 |
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
Fallon, NV
Evening in Fallon on Thursday
Local time
6:23 PM
PDT
Current temp
60°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
1 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 13m 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 Sparks, NV to Fallon, NV covers 59.2 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, US 50 ALT, West Williams Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.6 miles from Sparks, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.79 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 Sparks, NV to Fallon, NV is easy. At 1h 13m with 43% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NV 445 / Pyramid Way): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 31.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Sparks, NV to Fallon, NV, road signs begin pointing toward Yerington along the way.
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