How far is Jackpot, NV from Reno, NV?
The driving distance from Jackpot, NV to Reno, NV is about 406.7 miles (654.5 km), with a travel time of about 06h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 317.8 miles (511.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 12h 42m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 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 06h 21m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackpot and Reno.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackpot and Reno.
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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
338 mi · 5 hr 32 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 395 BUS: Downtown Reno
1273 ft · 46 sec
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Continue on East 8th Street
122 m · 18 sec · East 8th Street
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Turn left onto North Virginia Street
1920 ft · 1 min · North Virginia Street
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Turn left onto East 4th Street
62 m · 9 sec · East 4th Street
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Turn right
52 m · 12 sec
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Turn right
32 m · 8 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jackpot and Reno.
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
338 mi · 05h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Sunny leaving Jackpot and Sunny near Reno.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackpot to Reno?
The road trip is about 406.7 miles (654.5 km) and usually takes 06h 21m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Battle Mountain is a useful midpoint, sitting about 202.8 miles from Jackpot and 203.9 miles from Reno.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 317.8 miles (511.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 88.9 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 7:30 AM PDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $77.93 one way or $155.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 127.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jackpot and Sunny near Reno.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackpot and Reno. Straight-line distance: 317.84 mi (511.52 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 Reno
The second most populous city in Nevada.
| Population | 259,290 |
| Coordinates | 39.5296300, -119.8138000 |
| Altitude | 1373 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Virginia Street (-119.814139, 39.529564)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 655 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.43 | $77.93 | $155.87 |
| Mid-grade | $5.75 | $82.44 | $164.88 |
| Premium | $6.04 | $86.60 | $173.20 |
| Diesel | $6.77 | $97.15 | $194.30 |
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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