How far is Fernley, NV from Verdi, NV?
The driving distance from Fernley, NV to Verdi, NV is about 44.6 miles (71.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.8 miles (64 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 53m.
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.
The most populous city in Washoe County, Nevada.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fernley and Verdi.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fernley and Verdi.
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Start on West Main Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Take the ramp left toward I 80 West: Reno
1777 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
42.2 mi · 48 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Verdi
1832 ft · 57 sec
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Turn right onto South Verdi Road
2225 ft · 1 min · South Verdi Road
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Turn left onto Bridge Street
102 m · 14 sec · Bridge Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bridge Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fernley and Verdi.
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
42.2 mi · 00h 48m
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.
Sunny leaving Fernley and Sunny near Verdi.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fernley to Verdi?
The road trip is about 44.6 miles (71.7 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Sparks is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.2 miles from Fernley and 22.3 miles from Verdi.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.8 miles (64 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 4:42 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.77 one way or $15.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Fernley and Sunny near Verdi.
Stop Ideas Near Sparks
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 Sparks.
Sparks, Nevada (Train Stop)
Sparks, Nevada (Thruway Buses)
Reno
Truckee station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fernley and Verdi. Straight-line distance: 39.74 mi (63.96 km).
#1 Fernley
City in Lyon County, Nevada, United States
| Population | 21,926 |
| Coordinates | 39.6079700, -119.2518300 |
| Altitude | 1268 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Verdi
Verdi is a place in Nevada, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.5182400, -119.9888100 |
| Altitude | 1493 |
| Country | United States |
End: Verdi (-119.98881, 39.51824)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $7.77 | $15.55 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $8.38 | $16.76 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $8.74 | $17.48 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $9.99 | $19.99 |
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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