Origin
Sparks, NV
Evening in Sparks on Friday
Local time
5:05 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sparks, NV to Kingsbury, NV
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
63.3 mi
102 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
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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Kingsbury, NV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sparks, NV to Kingsbury, NV covers 63.3 miles and takes about 1h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Martin Luther King Junior Memorial Highway, South Carson Street, Kingsbury Grade for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.8 miles on Martin Luther King Junior Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.61 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 63.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m 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 1h 21m drive with frequent turns across 63.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Martin Luther King Junior Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 34.8 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 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NV 445 / Pyramid Way.
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 63.3 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (NV 445 / Pyramid Way): Lane positioning matters here; near the start: Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 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 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 80 West: Reno
Navigation decision point
Toward I 80 West: Reno
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the exit toward I 580, US 395: Carson City, Susanville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 15
Toward I 580, US 395: Carson City, Susanville
6
1.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 580, US 395: Carson City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 580, US 395: Carson City
4
37.1 mi into trip
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~42m in
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US 395 / South Carson Street
Turn left onto US 395 / South Carson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Junior Memorial Highway | 34.8 mi | 39m |
| South Carson Street | 10.4 mi | 13m |
| Kingsbury Grade | 9.3 mi | 16m |
| Muller Lane | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Foothill Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Highland Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Laurel Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Martin Luther King Junior Memorial Highway
— 34.8 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sparks, NV and Kingsbury, NV.
1
Start on West Victorian Avenue
45 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Victorian Avenue
2
Turn left onto NV 445
141 ft
·
13 sec
·
Pyramid Way
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Toward I 80 West: Reno
4
Merge onto I 80
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 15
Toward I 580, US 395: Carson City, Susanville
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 580, US 395: Carson City
7
Merge onto I 580; US 395
35 mi
·
39 min
·
Martin Luther King Junior Memorial Highway
8
Turn left onto US 395
10 mi
·
13 min
·
South Carson Street
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto NV 757
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Muller Lane
10
Turn left onto NV 206
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Foothill Road
11
Turn right onto NV 207
9.3 mi
·
16 min
·
Kingsbury Grade
12
Turn right onto Highland Drive
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Highland Drive
13
Turn right onto Laurel Lane
159 ft
·
7 sec
·
Laurel Lane
14
Arrive at destination
Laurel Lane
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.6 mi from Sparks, NV · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.6 miles from Sparks, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kingsbury, NV
The final approach into Kingsbury, 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
$12.61 one way
$25.22 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $13.35 | $26.69 |
| premium | $5.59 | $13.93 | $27.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.98 | $27.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.65 | $3.04 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.54 | $2.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.86 | $4.05 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Kingsbury, NV
Evening in Kingsbury on Friday
Local time
5:05 PM
PDT
Current temp
32°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
27 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 21m 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 Kingsbury, NV covers 63.3 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Martin Luther King Junior Memorial Highway, South Carson Street, Kingsbury Grade. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.6 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 $12.61 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 63.3 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (NV 445 / Pyramid Way): Lane positioning matters here; near the start: Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Sparks, NV to Kingsbury, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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