How far is Jackpot, NV from Sparks, NV?
The driving distance from Jackpot, NV to Sparks, NV is about 402.9 miles (648.4 km), with a travel time of about 06h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 314.9 miles (506.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 12h 33m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 16m.
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
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jackpot and Sparks.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jackpot and Sparks.
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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
334.6 mi · 5 hr 29 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward NV 445
1308 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on NV 445 North
61 m · 13 sec
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Turn slight right onto Pyramid Way
13 m · 5 sec · Pyramid Way
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Turn right onto West Victorian Avenue
105 m · 17 sec · West Victorian Avenue
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Continue on West Victorian Avenue
100 m · 17 sec · West Victorian Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Victorian Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jackpot and Sparks.
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
335 mi · 05h 29m
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 Sparks.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jackpot to Sparks?
The road trip is about 402.9 miles (648.4 km) and usually takes 06h 16m 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 201 miles from Jackpot and 202 miles from Sparks.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 314.9 miles (506.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 88 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 $77.23 one way or $154.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 126.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jackpot and Sunny near Sparks.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jackpot and Sparks. Straight-line distance: 314.94 mi (506.85 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 Sparks
The most populous city in Washoe County, Nevada.
| Population | 106,900 |
| Coordinates | 39.5349100, -119.7526900 |
| Altitude | 1345 |
| Country | United States |
End: Victorian Avenue (-119.752662, 39.534882)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 648 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.43 | $77.23 | $154.46 |
| Mid-grade | $5.75 | $81.69 | $163.39 |
| Premium | $6.04 | $85.82 | $171.64 |
| Diesel | $6.77 | $96.27 | $192.54 |
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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