Origin
Whitney, NV
Morning in Whitney on Thursday
Local time
9:37 AM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Whitney, NV to Hawthorne, NV
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 2m
Distance
312.5 mi
503 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$62
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 50m
★
6 AM
6h 3m
8 AM
6h 29m
10 AM
6h 12m
12 PM
6h 9m
3 PM
6h 13m
5 PM
6h 27m
8 PM
5h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Whitney, NV
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Hawthorne, NV
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Trip Overview
The drive from Whitney, NV to Hawthorne, NV covers 312.5 miles and takes about 6h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Veterans Memorial Highway, Silver Peak Road, Purple Heart Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 229.9 miles on Veterans Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $62.25 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
156.2 miles from Whitney, NV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 57m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 2m. Total distance: 312.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 2m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 2m drive with frequent turns across 312.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 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 229.9 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 around 0.2 miles in near Steptoe Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
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 2m, 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 (Steptoe Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (NV 582 / Boulder Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Steptoe Street
Turn right onto Steptoe Street
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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NV 582 / Boulder Highway
Turn right onto NV 582 / Boulder Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
4.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward I 11 North, US 93 North, US 95 North: Downtown Las Vegas
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 11 North, US 93 North, US 95 North: Do...
5
4.5 mi into trip
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~8m 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 straight / slight right lanes.
5
312.5 mi into trip
|
~6h 2m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 229.9 mi | 4h 11m |
| Silver Peak Road | 45.6 mi | 57m |
| Purple Heart Highway | 22.3 mi | 25m |
| West Main Street | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Boulder Highway | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Front Street | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Plymire Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| East Tropicana Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Highway
— 229.9 mi, about 4h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Whitney, NV and Hawthorne, NV.
1
Start on this road
63 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
69 ft
·
6 sec
3
Turn right onto Kimberly Avenue
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Kimberly Avenue
4
Turn right onto Steptoe Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Steptoe Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto East Tropicana Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tropicana Avenue
6
Turn right onto NV 582
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Boulder Highway
Use the right lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 11 North, US 93 North, US 95 North: Downtown Las Vegas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 11; US 93; US 95
22 mi
·
25 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on US 95
99 mi
·
1 hr 48 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on US 95
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
South 2nd Street
11
Turn right onto US 95
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
West Main Street
12
Continue on US 95
60 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
13
Continue on US 95
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Sundog Avenue
14
Continue on US 95
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Crook Avenue
15
Continue on US 95
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
16
Turn left onto 3457
25 mi
·
35 min
·
Silver Peak Road
17
Turn right onto Cinnabar Way
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Cinnabar Way
18
Turn slight right onto Silver Peak Road
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Silver Peak Road
19
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 95
35 mi
·
37 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
20
Continue on US 95
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Front Street
21
Continue on US 95
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
22
Continue on US 95
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Plymire Street
23
Continue on US 95
24 mi
·
26 min
·
Veterans Memorial Highway
24
Continue on US 95
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East 5th Street
25
Turn right onto US 95
83 ft
·
4 sec
·
North E Street
26
Turn right
11 ft
·
0 sec
27
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 156.2 miles from Whitney, NV, or about 2h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 229.9 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 69 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 156.2 miles or 2h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hawthorne, NV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Whitney, 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.
+
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 Whitney, NV
This is one driving day of about 312.5 miles and 6h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 miles from Whitney, 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 229.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 156.2 mi from Whitney, NV · 2h 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
156 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 69 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 156.2 miles from Whitney, 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 229.9 miles.
Arriving in Hawthorne, NV
The final approach into Hawthorne, 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 Hawthorne, 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
$62.25 one way
$124.51 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
109 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $65.88 | $131.77 |
| premium | $5.59 | $68.79 | $137.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $69.00 | $137.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$62
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 109.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 93.8 | 1 | $32.81 | $15.00 |
| Efficient EV | 78.1 | 0 | $27.34 | $12.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 125 | 1 | $43.75 | $20.00 |
Gas CO2
109 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (66% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Hawthorne, NV
Morning in Hawthorne on Thursday
Local time
9:37 AM
PDT
Current temp
40°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
19 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 2m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Whitney, NV to Hawthorne, NV covers 312.5 miles and takes about 6h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Highway, Silver Peak Road, Purple Heart Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 156.2 miles from Whitney, NV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $62.25 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 2m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 13 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Steptoe Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (NV 582 / Boulder Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Whitney, NV to Hawthorne, NV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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