How far is Elko, NV from Battle Mountain, NV?
The driving distance from Elko, NV to Battle Mountain, NV is about 70.7 miles (113.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.7 miles (100.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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City in Elko County, Nevada, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elko and Battle Mountain.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elko and Battle Mountain.
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Start on 5th Street
19 m · 9 sec · 5th Street
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Turn left onto East Idaho Street
3.7 mi · 7 min · East Idaho Street
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Take the ramp left toward I 80 West: Reno
2248 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
64.5 mi · 1 hr 5 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward NV 304 West, I 80 BUS West: East Battle Mountain
1749 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on NV 304 West, I 80 BUS West: East Battle Mountain
828 ft · 16 sec
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Turn straight onto East Front Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · East Front Street
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Turn right
20 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elko and Battle Mountain.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
64.5 mi · 01h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Elko and Snow Showers near Battle Mountain.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elko to Battle Mountain?
The road trip is about 70.7 miles (113.8 km) and usually takes 01h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Carlin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.3 miles from Elko and 35.4 miles from Battle Mountain.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.7 miles (100.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:58 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.33 one way or $24.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Elko and Snow Showers near Battle Mountain.
Stop Ideas Near Carlin
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Carlin.
Elko
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elko and Battle Mountain. Straight-line distance: 62.71 mi (100.92 km).
#1 Elko
City in Elko County, Nevada, United States
| Population | 20,531 |
| Coordinates | 40.8324200, -115.7631200 |
| Altitude | 1544 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Battle Mountain
Unincorporated town in and county seat of Lander County, Nevada, United States
| Population | 3,635 |
| Coordinates | 40.6421300, -116.9342700 |
| Altitude | 1375 |
| Country | United States |
End: Battle Mountain (-116.93427, 40.64213)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 114 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.95 | $12.33 | $24.66 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $13.29 | $26.58 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $13.86 | $27.72 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $15.85 | $31.70 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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