Origin
Sparks, NV
Morning in Sparks on Thursday
Local time
9:08 AM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sparks, NV to Johnson Lane, NV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h
Distance
46.5 mi
75 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m
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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Johnson Lane, NV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sparks, NV to Johnson Lane, NV covers 46.5 miles and takes about 1h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pyramid Way, I 80 West, Dwight D for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.26 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 46.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h drive with frequent turns across 46.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pyramid Way is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Sparks, NV to Johnson Lane, NV is easy. At 1h with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sparks, NV to Johnson Lane, NV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pyramid Way | — | — |
| I 80 West | — | — |
| Dwight D | — | — |
| I 580 | — | — |
| Martin Luther King Junior Memorial Highway | — | — |
| South Carson Street | — | — |
| Stephanie Way | — | — |
| Squires Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Pyramid Way
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sparks, NV and Johnson Lane, NV.
1
Start on West Victorian Avenue
46 ft
·
4 sec
·
West Victorian Avenue
2
Turn left onto Pyramid Way
141 ft
·
13 sec
·
Pyramid Way
3
Take the ramp slight right toward I 80 West: Reno
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
I 80 West: Reno
4
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 580, US 395: Carson City, Susanville
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 580, US 395: Carson City, Susanville
6
Keep slight left to continue on I 580, US 395: Carson City
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 580, US 395: Carson City
7
Merge slight left onto Martin Luther King Junior Memorial Highway
35 mi
·
39 min
·
Martin Luther King Junior Memorial Highway
8
Turn left onto South Carson Street
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
South Carson Street
9
Take the exit slight left
348 ft
·
7 sec
10
Turn left onto Stephanie Way
3.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Stephanie Way
11
Turn left onto Squires Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Squires Street
12
Turn left onto High Pointe Court
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
High Pointe Court
13
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.3 mi from Sparks, NV · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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
Arriving in Johnson Lane, NV
The final approach into Johnson Lane, 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
$9.26 one way
$18.53 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $9.80 | $19.61 |
| premium | $5.59 | $10.24 | $20.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.27 | $20.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.88 | $2.23 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.07 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.51 | $2.98 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Johnson Lane, NV
Morning in Johnson Lane on Thursday
Local time
9:08 AM
PDT
Current temp
34°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
25 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 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 Johnson Lane, NV covers 46.5 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pyramid Way, I 80 West, Dwight D. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.3 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 $9.26 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 Johnson Lane, NV is easy. At 1h with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sparks, NV to Johnson Lane, NV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Sparks, NV to Johnson Lane, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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