Origin
Spring Valley, NV
Evening in Spring Valley on Sunday
Local time
5:36 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Spring Valley, NV to Las Vegas, NV
Drive Time
15m
Distance
9.7 mi
16 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spring Valley, NV
Stephen Leonardi
Las Vegas, NV
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from the residential feel of Spring Valley to the heart of Las Vegas, this 9.7-mile connection is as straightforward as it gets. Expect to spend only 15 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight planning. You will navigate a mix of local and freeway driving, utilizing the Las Vegas Freeway, West Flamingo Road, and the Purple Heart Highway. Budgeting is simple here, as you can expect to spend about $2 on fuel for the entire journey. Both locations are situated within the Mountain West, ensuring a consistent climate and environment throughout your short trek.
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
4.9 miles from Spring Valley, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive offers a practical mix of urban transit, with approximately 44% of your journey spent on highways. You will experience a brief, uninterrupted stretch of 4 miles on the Las Vegas Freeway before transitioning into the local road network. The personality of the route is strictly utilitarian, shifting from suburban thoroughfares to the more congested arterial roads leading into the city. Because the trip is short and efficient, you won't face the monotony of long-distance cruising. Instead, you can expect a functional drive that prioritizes speed and direct access over winding scenery.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Las Vegas Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near West Spring Valley Parkway North.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 9.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (West Spring Valley Parkway North): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Spring Valley Parkway North
At end of road, turn right onto West Spring Valley Parkway North
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
4.1 mi into trip
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~8m in
Turn left toward I 15 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 15 North
8
8.4 mi into trip
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~13m in
Take the exit toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South: Downtown Las Vegas, Phoenix
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 42B
Toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South: Do...
7
9.3 mi into trip
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~14m in
Take the exit toward Cashman Field
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 75A
Toward Cashman Field
7
9.7 mi into trip
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~15m in
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NV 579 / East Bonanza Road
Turn left onto NV 579 / East Bonanza Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Spring Valley, NV to Las Vegas, NV, road signs begin pointing toward Phoenix along the way.
Phoenix
8.4 mi in
|
~13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas Freeway | 4 mi | 4m |
| West Flamingo Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Purple Heart Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Rainbow Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Verdugo Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| US 93 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Las Vegas Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Spring Valley Parkway North | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Las Vegas Freeway
— 4 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spring Valley, NV and Las Vegas, NV.
1
Start on Verdugo Street
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Verdugo Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto West Spring Valley Parkway North
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
West Spring Valley Parkway North
3
Turn left onto NV 595
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
South Rainbow Boulevard
4
Turn right onto NV 592
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
West Flamingo Road
Use the right lane.
5
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 15 North
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 15
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Las Vegas Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 42B
Toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South: Downtown Las Vegas, Phoenix
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on US 93
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 93
Exit 42; 42B
Toward US 95 South, I 11 South: Phoenix, Downtown Las Vegas
9
Merge onto I 11; US 93; US 95
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 75A
Toward Cashman Field
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto North Las Vegas Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Las Vegas Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Turn left onto NV 579
62 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Bonanza Road
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
NV 579
Trip Plan
Since your travel time is just 15 minutes, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about scheduling stops, as the distance is short enough to drive straight through without a break. Keep an eye on local traffic patterns when moving between West Flamingo Road and the freeway, as these corridors can see fluctuations in volume. With fuel costs estimated at $2, you can easily top off your tank before leaving Spring Valley to avoid needing a pit stop upon arrival. Use this short window to verify your navigation, as the transition between highway and local surface streets happens quickly.
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 4.9 miles from Spring Valley, NV, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4 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 9.7 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.9 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Las Vegas, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Spring Valley, 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 Spring Valley, NV
This is one driving day of about 9.7 miles and 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Spring Valley, 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 Las Vegas Freeway for about 4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.9 mi from Spring Valley, NV · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 9.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.9 miles from Spring Valley, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Las Vegas, NV
The final approach into Las Vegas, 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 Las Vegas, 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
$1.93 one way
$3.86 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $2.04 | $4.08 |
| premium | $5.59 | $2.13 | $4.27 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.16 | $4.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.47 |
| Efficient EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.85 | $0.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.36 | $0.62 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Las Vegas, NV
Evening in Las Vegas on Sunday
Local time
5:36 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°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
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
15m 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 Spring Valley, NV to Las Vegas, NV covers 9.7 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Las Vegas Freeway, West Flamingo Road, Purple Heart Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.9 miles from Spring Valley, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.93 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 is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 9.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (West Spring Valley Parkway North): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Spring Valley, NV to Las Vegas, NV, road signs begin pointing toward Phoenix along the way.
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