How far is Elko, NV from Wells, NV?
The driving distance from Elko, NV to Wells, NV is about 50.2 miles (80.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45.9 miles (73.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 44m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 52m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place 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 Wells.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elko and Wells.
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Start on 5th Street
19 m · 6 sec · 5th Street
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Turn right onto East Idaho Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · East Idaho Street
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Turn left onto East Jennings Way
633 ft · 17 sec · East Jennings Way
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Take the ramp right toward I 80 East: Salt Lake City
1859 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
46.7 mi · 44 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 BUS East, NV 223 East, NV 213 South: West Wells
1544 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left onto Humboldt Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · Humboldt Avenue
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Turn right onto 6th Street
1535 ft · 52 sec · 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elko and Wells.
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
46.7 mi · 00h 44m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Elko and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wells.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elko to Wells?
The road trip is about 50.2 miles (80.8 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?
Spring Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25 miles from Elko and 25.2 miles from Wells.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45.9 miles (73.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 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 4:46 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.76 one way or $17.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Elko and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wells.
Stop Ideas Near Spring Creek
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 Spring Creek.
Elko
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elko and Wells. Straight-line distance: 45.91 mi (73.89 km).
#1 Elko
City in Elko County, Nevada, United States
| Population | 20,531 |
| Coordinates | 40.8324200, -115.7631200 |
| Altitude | 1544 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wells
City in Elko County, Nevada, United States
| Population | 1,254 |
| Coordinates | 41.1115900, -114.9644900 |
| Altitude | 1716 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wells (-114.96449, 41.11159)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 81 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $8.76 | $17.53 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $9.45 | $18.90 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $9.85 | $19.70 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $11.27 | $22.54 |
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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