How far is Elko, NV from Winnemucca, NV?
The driving distance from Elko, NV to Winnemucca, NV is about 125.2 miles (201.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103.5 miles (166.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 40m 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
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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.
Isolated Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elko and Winnemucca.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elko and Winnemucca.
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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
118.7 mi · 1 hr 57 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward NV 289: Winnemucca, Boise
1 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto East 2nd Street
1241 ft · 34 sec · East 2nd Street
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Continue on East Winnemucca Boulevard
2679 ft · 2 min · East Winnemucca Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Winnemucca Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elko and Winnemucca.
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
119 mi · 01h 57m
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.
Isolated Rain Showers then Partly Sunny leaving Elko and Mostly Sunny near Winnemucca.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elko to Winnemucca?
The road trip is about 125.2 miles (201.5 km) and usually takes 01h 50m 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?
Battle Mountain is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62 miles from Elko and 63.2 miles from Winnemucca.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103.5 miles (166.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.7 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 2:50 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.88 one way or $43.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Isolated Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around Elko and Mostly Sunny near Winnemucca.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elko and Winnemucca. Straight-line distance: 103.46 mi (166.51 km).
#1 Elko
City in Elko County, Nevada, United States
| Population | 20,531 |
| Coordinates | 40.8324200, -115.7631200 |
| Altitude | 1544 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Winnemucca
City in and county seat of Humboldt County, Nevada, United States
| Population | 7,801 |
| Coordinates | 40.9729600, -117.7356800 |
| Altitude | 1309 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Winnemucca Boulevard (-117.735625, 40.972922)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 201 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $21.88 | $43.77 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $23.59 | $47.19 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $24.60 | $49.20 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $28.14 | $56.28 |
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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