How far is Jackpot, NV from Fernley, NV?
The driving distance from Jackpot, NV to Fernley, NV is about 374.8 miles (603.2 km), with a travel time of about 05h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 290.2 miles (467 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 19m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 39m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackpot and Fernley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackpot and Fernley.
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Start on the route
17 m · 8 sec
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Turn right
66.9 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Take the exit right toward I 80 West: Elko, Reno
1474 ft · 17 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
302.6 mi · 4 hr 53 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 BUS West, US 95 ALT South: East Fernley, Yerington
1412 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left onto Truck Inn Way
1.3 km · 2 min · Truck Inn Way
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Take the exit slight right
643 ft · 16 sec
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Turn straight onto East Main Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jackpot and Fernley.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
303 mi · 04h 53m
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.
Sunny leaving Jackpot and Sunny near Fernley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackpot to Fernley?
The road trip is about 374.8 miles (603.2 km) and usually takes 05h 39m 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 186 miles from Jackpot and 188.8 miles from Fernley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 290.2 miles (467 km), while the road route adds roughly 84.6 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 5:40 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $71.80 one way or $143.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 117.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jackpot and Sunny near Fernley.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackpot and Fernley. Straight-line distance: 290.19 mi (467.02 km).
#1 Jackpot
Situated in northeastern Nevada's high desert at an elevation of 5,282 feet, this unincorporated community lies on U.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.9832400, -114.6747600 |
| Altitude | 1610 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fernley
City in Lyon County, Nevada, United States
| Population | 21,926 |
| Coordinates | 39.6079700, -119.2518300 |
| Altitude | 1268 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Main Street (-119.251835, 39.607695)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 603 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 40m |
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 | $5.43 | $71.80 | $143.60 |
| Mid-grade | $5.75 | $75.95 | $151.90 |
| Premium | $6.04 | $79.78 | $159.57 |
| Diesel | $6.77 | $89.50 | $179.00 |
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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