Origin
Spring Valley, NV
Afternoon in Spring Valley on Saturday
Local time
1:01 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 58m
Distance
359.5 mi
579 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$72
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spring Valley, NV
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Yerington, NV
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Spring Valley, NV to Yerington, NV is 359.5 miles and takes about 6h 58m via Veterans Memorial Highway and US 95 ALT, with a fuel budget near $72 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Nevada, taking you across the Mountain West region. Expect a mostly local road experience with frequent turns, making it a good candidate for a single-day trip. With just one recommended stop, you can cover this distance efficiently. Consider this route if you prefer a more hands-on driving experience over long, straight highways.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
179.8 miles from Spring Valley, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 22m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 262.3 mi | 4h 50m |
| Silver Peak Road | 45.6 mi | 57m |
| US 95 ALT | 23.9 mi | 26m |
| Purple Heart Highway | 11.3 mi | 13m |
| West Main Street | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| South Rainbow Boulevard | 4.5 mi | 8m |
| US 95 Truck | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Front Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Spring Valley, NV and Yerington, NV.
Start on Verdugo Street
At end of road, turn right onto West Spring Valley Parkway North
Turn left onto NV 595
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 11; US 95
Continue on US 95
Continue on US 95
Turn right onto US 95
Continue on US 95
Continue on US 95
Continue on US 95
Continue on US 95
Turn left onto 3457
Turn right onto Cinnabar Way
Turn slight right onto Silver Peak Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 95
Continue on US 95
Continue on US 95
Continue on US 95
Continue on US 95
Take the exit onto US 95 Truck
Take the exit onto US 95 Truck
Merge onto US 95
Turn left onto US 95 ALT
Turn left onto Pacific Street
Arrive at destination
Given the 6-hour 58-minute duration, starting your drive from Spring Valley in the morning will allow you to reach Yerington with ample daylight. While the route data suggests only one stop, plan for additional brief breaks as needed, especially during the longer stretches on Veterans Memorial Highway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services might be spaced out on these less-traveled roads. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure, but an early start maximizes your daylight hours for the drive.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 79 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 179.8 miles or 3h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yerington, NV than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Spring Valley, NV so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 359.5 miles and 6h 58m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
180 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.
A short stop after about 79 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 179.8 miles from Spring Valley, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 116 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right onto West Spring Valley Parkway North
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Turn left onto NV 595 / South Rainbow Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 11 North, US 95 North
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 11; US 95 / Purple Heart Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US 95 / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$71.62 one way
$143.23 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $75.79 | $151.58 |
| premium | $5.59 | $79.13 | $158.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $79.37 | $158.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$72
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$97–$122
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 125.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 107.9 | 1 | $37.75 | $17.26 |
| Efficient EV | 89.9 | 1 | $31.46 | $14.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 143.8 | 1 | $50.33 | $23.01 |
Gas CO2
126 kg
EV CO2
42 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Spring Valley on Saturday
Local time
1:01 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Yerington on Saturday
Local time
1:01 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
National Monument
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Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
This route offers a "Turn-heavy local drive" experience, with only about 7% of the journey on major highways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 262.3 miles along Veterans Memorial Highway, which should provide a good period of steady travel. As you progress, be prepared for the road to become more involved, with numerous changes in direction suggested by the route profile. This isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; rather, it's a drive that keeps you engaged with the nuances of the terrain and local roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near West Spring Valley Parkway North.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 58m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 13 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
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 0.3 miles (NV 595 / South Rainbow Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 58m. Total distance: 359.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 58m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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