Origin
Spring Valley, NV
Evening in Spring Valley on Sunday
Local time
6:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Spring Valley, NV to Laughlin, NV
Drive Time
1h 59m
Distance
100.9 mi
162 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spring Valley, NV
Stephen Leonardi
Laughlin, NV
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
Traveling from Spring Valley to Laughlin covers 100.9 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 59 minutes. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to easily complete the journey without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize a combination of the Bruce Woodbury Beltway, US 95, and the Laughlin Highway to navigate through the Nevada landscape. With an estimated fuel cost of $20, it remains a budget-friendly excursion within the Mountain West region. Because both your starting point and destination are located in Nevada, you can expect a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. It is a straightforward trip that provides the flexibility to head out and return on your own schedule.
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
50.5 miles from Spring Valley, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition between different road types. Approximately 54% of this 100.9-mile journey is spent on major highways, offering a blend of fast-paced travel and more localized driving conditions. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 54.3 miles while cruising along US 95, which serves as the primary backbone of the trip. As you move away from the metropolitan influence of Spring Valley and head toward the Laughlin Highway, the character of the road shifts accordingly. This variability keeps the drive engaging, moving you through different traffic environments before reaching your final destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 54.3 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
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 100.9 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 17.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 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
8
17.8 mi into trip
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~23m in
Take the exit toward I 11 South, US 95 South, US 93 South: Boulder City, Las Vegas
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.
Exit 1
Toward I 11 South, US 95 South, US 93 South: Bo...
9
17.9 mi into trip
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~23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South, US 93 North, US 95 North: Boulder City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 1
Toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South, US...
8
26.9 mi into trip
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~34m in
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US 95
Take the exit onto US 95 toward Veterans Memorial Highway, NV 173: Searchlight, Boulder City
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 14
Toward Veterans Memorial Highway, NV 173: Searc...
9
27.1 mi into trip
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~34m in
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US 95
Keep slight right at fork onto US 95 toward Veterans Memorial Highway South, NV 173 South: Searchlight, Laughlin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Exit 14
Toward Veterans Memorial Highway South, NV 173...
Towns Along This Route
Between Spring Valley, NV and Laughlin, NV, road signs point toward Las Vegas, Veterans Memorial Highway, Boulder City and Veterans Memorial Highway South.
Las Vegas
17.8 mi in
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~23m
Veterans Memorial Highway
26.9 mi in
|
~34m
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via US 95
Boulder City
26.9 mi in
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~34m
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via US 95
Veterans Memorial Highway South
27.1 mi in
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~34m
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via US 95
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 95 | 54.3 mi | 57m |
| Laughlin Highway | 18.3 mi | 21m |
| Bruce Woodbury Beltway | 14 mi | 16m |
| Purple Heart Highway | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| South Rainbow Boulevard | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Boulder City Bypass | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Laughlin Civic Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| B Street | 0.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 95
— 54.3 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spring Valley, NV and Laughlin, 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
·
22 sec
·
West Spring Valley Parkway North
3
Turn right onto NV 595
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
South Rainbow Boulevard
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left onto Roy Horn Way
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Roy Horn Way
Toward CC 215 East
Use the left / uturn lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward CC 215 East: Henderson
6
Merge onto CC 215
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Bruce Woodbury Beltway
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 1
Toward I 11 South, US 95 South, US 93 South: Boulder City, Las Vegas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 1
Toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South, US 93 North, US 95 North: Boulder City
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 11; US 93; US 95
7.2 mi
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8 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 11; US 93; US 95
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Boulder City Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto US 95
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 95
Exit 14
Toward Veterans Memorial Highway, NV 173: Searchlight, Boulder City
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 95
54 mi
·
57 min
·
US 95
Exit 14
Toward Veterans Memorial Highway South, NV 173 South: Searchlight, Laughlin
Use the none lane.
13
Turn left onto NV 163
18 mi
·
21 min
·
Laughlin Highway
Use the left / none lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
15
Turn straight onto Laughlin Civic Drive
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Laughlin Civic Drive
16
Turn right onto South Casino Drive
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
South Casino Drive
17
Turn right
117 ft
·
13 sec
18
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
1 min
19
Turn right onto B Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
B Street
20
Turn right
233 ft
·
17 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip of under two hours, you have plenty of freedom regarding your departure time. Planning to leave during off-peak hours can help you avoid potential congestion on the initial beltway portion of your route. Given the $20 fuel estimate, ensure your tank is topped off before departing Spring Valley to maintain peace of mind throughout the 100.9-mile transit. While there are no mandatory stops scheduled, feel free to pace the journey according to your own needs since the duration is quite manageable. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep a close eye on your fuel gauge when merging onto the Laughlin Highway, as this final stretch represents a significant portion of your travel time.
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 50.5 miles from Spring Valley, NV, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.3 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 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.5 miles or 59m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Laughlin, 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 100.9 miles and 1h 59m.
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 US 95 for about 54.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.5 mi from Spring Valley, NV · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 50.5 miles from Spring Valley, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Laughlin, NV
The final approach into Laughlin, 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 Laughlin, 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
$20.08 one way
$40.16 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $21.20 | $42.41 |
| premium | $5.59 | $22.19 | $44.39 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.42 | $44.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.59 | $4.84 |
| Efficient EV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.83 | $4.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.13 | $6.46 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Laughlin, NV
Evening in Laughlin on Sunday
Local time
6:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
61°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
4 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 59m 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 Laughlin, NV covers 100.9 miles and takes about 1h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 95, Laughlin Highway, Bruce Woodbury Beltway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.5 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 $20.08 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 18 significant decision points across 100.9 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 17.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Spring Valley, NV and Laughlin, NV, road signs point toward Las Vegas, Veterans Memorial Highway, Boulder City and Veterans Memorial Highway South.
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