How far is Elko, NV from Tonopah, NV?
The driving distance from Elko, NV to Tonopah, NV is about 270.7 miles (435.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 206.5 miles (332.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated town in and county seat of Lander County, Nevada, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Scattered Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elko and Tonopah.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elko and Tonopah.
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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
18.4 mi · 18 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward NV 278 South, I 80 BUS East, NV 221 East: West Carlin, Eureka
1652 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left
87.5 mi · 1 hr 35 min
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Turn sharp right onto Lincoln Highway
54.7 mi · 59 min · Lincoln Highway
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Turn left
99.7 mi · 1 hr 48 min
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Turn slight right
860 ft · 32 sec
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Turn straight onto Grand Army of the Republic Highway
5.2 mi · 6 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
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Turn right onto Erie Street
2537 ft · 1 min · Erie Street
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Turn left onto West Everett Street
13 m · 2 sec · West Everett Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Everett Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elko and Tonopah.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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99.7 mi · 01h 48m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Partly Sunny then Scattered Rain Showers leaving Elko and Sunny near Tonopah.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elko to Tonopah?
The road trip is about 270.7 miles (435.6 km) and usually takes 04h 56m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Battle Mountain is a useful midpoint, sitting about 135.3 miles from Elko and 135.3 miles from Tonopah.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 206.5 miles (332.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 64.2 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:06 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $47.28 one way or $94.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 84.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Scattered Rain Showers around Elko and Sunny near Tonopah.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elko and Tonopah. Straight-line distance: 206.46 mi (332.27 km).
#1 Elko
City in Elko County, Nevada, United States
| Population | 20,531 |
| Coordinates | 40.8324200, -115.7631200 |
| Altitude | 1544 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tonopah
Unincorporated town in Nevada
| Population | 2,478 |
| Coordinates | 38.0671600, -117.2300800 |
| Altitude | 1843 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tonopah (-117.23008, 38.06716)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 436 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 22m |
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 | $47.28 | $94.56 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $50.98 | $101.96 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $53.16 | $106.31 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $60.80 | $121.59 |
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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