Origin
Sunrise Manor, NV
Afternoon in Sunrise Manor on Sunday
Local time
4:17 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sunrise Manor, NV to Boulder City, NV
Drive Time
39m
Distance
27.8 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
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6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Boulder City, NV
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip from Sunrise Manor to Boulder City, you can expect a manageable 27.8-mile journey that takes roughly 39 minutes to complete. This drive stays entirely within the Mountain West region of Nevada, making it a straightforward day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budget about $6 for fuel to cover the distance, which is quite economical for a short excursion. You will primarily navigate via North Lamb Boulevard, the Purple Heart Highway, and the Boulder City Parkway. Because the total travel time is under an hour, it serves as a highly efficient connection between these two Nevada locales.
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
13.9 miles from Sunrise Manor, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is best described as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate cruise. While you will spend about 15% of your time on highways, the route requires frequent adjustments as you transition between local roads and parkways. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 17.4 miles while traveling on the Purple Heart Highway. The road's personality shifts from the local urban feel of North Lamb Boulevard into the more direct transit flow of the Boulder City Parkway. Expect a mix of speeds that keeps you engaged behind the wheel as you navigate the transition from Sunrise Manor toward your destination.
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.
Purple Heart Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 17.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near North Lamb Boulevard.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 27.8 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 0.5 miles (North Lamb Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.2 miles (I 11; US 93; US 95 / Purple Heart Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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North Lamb Boulevard
Turn left onto North Lamb Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / none lanes.
7
4.7 mi into trip
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~8m in
Turn left toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South: Boulder City, Kingman, Phoenix
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / uturn lanes.
Toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South: Bo...
5
5.2 mi into trip
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~9m in
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I 11; US 93; US 95 / Purple Heart Highway
Merge onto I 11; US 93; US 95 / Purple Heart Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
22.6 mi into trip
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~29m in
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US 93 BUS / Boulder City Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93 BUS / Boulder City Parkway toward US 93 BUS South: Boulder City Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 15B
Toward US 93 BUS South: Boulder City Parkway
5
27.8 mi into trip
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~39m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
Between Sunrise Manor, NV and Boulder City, NV, road signs point toward Kingman and Phoenix.
Kingman
4.7 mi in
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~8m
Phoenix
4.7 mi in
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~8m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Heart Highway | 17.4 mi | 20m |
| Boulder City Parkway | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| North Lamb Boulevard | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Nevada Way | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Charleston Boulevard | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Alto Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Arizona Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Highway
— 17.4 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sunrise Manor, NV and Boulder City, NV.
1
Start on this road
126 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
90 ft
·
9 sec
3
Turn right onto Alto Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Alto Avenue
4
Turn left onto North Lamb Boulevard
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
North Lamb Boulevard
Use the left / none lanes.
5
Turn straight
196 ft
·
9 sec
Toward NV 159: East Charleston Boulevard
6
Turn straight onto NV 159
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Charleston Boulevard
Use the none lane.
7
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South: Boulder City, Kingman, Phoenix
Use the left / uturn lanes.
8
Merge onto I 11; US 93; US 95
17 mi
·
20 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93 BUS
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Boulder City Parkway
Exit 15B
Toward US 93 BUS South: Boulder City Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on US 93 BUS
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Boulder City Parkway
11
Continue on Nevada Way
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Nevada Way
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
12
Turn right onto Arizona Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Arizona Street
13
Turn left
98 ft
·
7 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 27.8-mile drive with zero planned stops, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to worry about complex fueling logistics or rest breaks, as the entire trip is easily completed in less than 40 minutes. Prioritize checking your local traffic flow before heading out, especially when transitioning onto the Purple Heart Highway, which accounts for the bulk of your high-speed driving. Because the route is short, you can easily work this into a busy schedule without needing to dedicate an entire day to the road. Keep your $6 fuel budget in mind, but otherwise, enjoy the straightforward nature of this quick Nevada transit.
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 13.9 miles from Sunrise Manor, NV, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.4 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 27.8 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.9 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boulder City, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sunrise Manor, 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 Sunrise Manor, NV
This is one driving day of about 27.8 miles and 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sunrise Manor, 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 Purple Heart Highway for about 17.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.9 mi from Sunrise Manor, NV · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 27.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.9 miles from Sunrise Manor, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Boulder City, NV
The final approach into Boulder City, 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 Boulder City, 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
$5.53 one way
$11.07 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $5.84 | $11.68 |
| premium | $5.59 | $6.11 | $12.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.18 | $12.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.92 | $1.33 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.43 | $1.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Boulder City, NV
Afternoon in Boulder City on Sunday
Local time
4:17 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
39m 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 Sunrise Manor, NV to Boulder City, NV covers 27.8 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Purple Heart Highway, Boulder City Parkway, North Lamb Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.9 miles from Sunrise Manor, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.53 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 9 significant decision points across 27.8 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 0.5 miles (North Lamb Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.2 miles (I 11; US 93; US 95 / Purple Heart Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Sunrise Manor, NV and Boulder City, NV, road signs point toward Kingman and Phoenix.
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