Origin
Tonopah, NV
Night in Tonopah on Wednesday
Local time
9:31 PM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tonopah, NV to Spring Valley, NV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h
Distance
209.7 mi
337 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 48m
★
6 AM
4h 1m
8 AM
4h 27m
10 AM
4h 10m
12 PM
4h 7m
3 PM
4h 11m
5 PM
4h 26m
8 PM
3h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tonopah, NV
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Spring Valley, NV
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Trip Overview
This 209.7-mile drive from Tonopah, NV, to Spring Valley, NV, is a manageable one-day adventure, estimated to take around 4 hours. Primarily utilizing local roads like Erie Street, Veterans Memorial Highway, and West Crook Avenue, this route offers a more hands-on driving experience with its turn-heavy profile. With a fuel cost estimated at $42, it's an economical option for exploring the Mountain West region. The single stop suggested indicates a straightforward journey, making it ideal for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. This trip is best suited for those who enjoy a connected feel to the local landscape.
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
104.8 miles from Tonopah, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for the entirety of this 209.7-mile journey, with a 0% highway share. This means you'll be navigating a series of local roads, including Erie Street, Veterans Memorial Highway, and West Crook Avenue, requiring your constant attention. There's no mention of a longest uninterrupted stretch, suggesting frequent changes in direction and pace. This type of driving can feel very connected to the immediate surroundings, offering a different kind of engagement than highway cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 184.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 early in the drive near US 6; US 95 / Erie Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 6; US 95 / Erie Street): Navigation decision point; at 93.6 miles (US 95 / South 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 204.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 6; US 95 / Erie Street
Turn right onto US 6; US 95 / Erie Street
Navigation decision point
4
93.6 mi into trip
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~1h 47m in
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US 95 / South 2nd Street
Turn left onto US 95 / South 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
8
204.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 50m in
Take the exit toward Summerlin Parkway, Rainbow Boulevard
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 81
Toward Summerlin Parkway, Rainbow Boulevard
8
204.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 50m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Rainbow Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 81
Toward Rainbow Boulevard
5
209.5 mi into trip
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~4h in
|
Verdugo Street
Turn left onto Verdugo Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 184.2 mi | 3h 21m |
| Purple Heart Highway | 11.4 mi | 13m |
| East Main Street | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| North Rainbow Boulevard | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Erie Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| West Crook Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Sundog Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South 2nd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 184.2 mi, about 3h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tonopah, NV and Spring Valley, NV.
1
Start on West Everett Street
44 ft
·
3 sec
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West Everett Street
2
Turn right onto US 6; US 95
1.3 mi
·
3 min
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Erie Street
3
Continue on US 95
25 mi
·
28 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
4
Continue on US 95
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Crook Avenue
5
Continue on US 95
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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South Sundog Avenue
6
Continue on US 95
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
7
Continue on US 95
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
East Main Street
8
Turn left onto US 95
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
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South 2nd Street
9
Continue on US 95
99 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
10
Continue on I 11; US 95
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 81
Toward Summerlin Parkway, Rainbow Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 81
Toward Rainbow Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto NV 595
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
North Rainbow Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
14
Turn right onto West Spring Valley Parkway North
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
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West Spring Valley Parkway North
15
Turn left onto Verdugo Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
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Verdugo Street
16
Arrive at destination
Verdugo Street
Trip Plan
Given this route's 4-hour duration and manageable 209.7-mile distance, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits you best. The estimated fuel cost of $42 is quite reasonable, so budgeting for fuel should be straightforward. With only one suggested stop, plan your breaks strategically to coincide with any amenities you might need along the way. Since this is a turn-heavy local drive, pay close attention to navigation, especially as you transition between Erie Street, Veterans Memorial Highway, and West Crook Avenue.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 104.8 miles from Tonopah, NV, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 184.2 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 46 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.8 miles or 2h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spring Valley, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tonopah, 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 Tonopah, NV
This is one driving day of about 209.7 miles and 4h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Tonopah, NV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Highway for about 184.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 104.8 mi from Tonopah, NV · 2h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
105 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 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 104.8 miles from Tonopah, NV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Veterans Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 184.2 miles.
Arriving in Spring Valley, NV
The final approach into Spring Valley, 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 Spring Valley, NV.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.77 one way
$83.55 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $44.21 | $88.42 |
| premium | $5.59 | $46.16 | $92.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $46.30 | $92.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.9 | 0 | $22.02 | $10.07 |
| Efficient EV | 52.4 | 0 | $18.35 | $8.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.9 | 1 | $29.36 | $13.42 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
25 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
Spring Valley, NV
Night in Spring Valley on Wednesday
Local time
9:31 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°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
4h on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Tonopah, NV to Spring Valley, NV covers 209.7 miles and takes about 4h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Purple Heart Highway, East Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 104.8 miles from Tonopah, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.77 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 6; US 95 / Erie Street): Navigation decision point; at 93.6 miles (US 95 / South 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 204.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Tonopah, NV to Spring Valley, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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