How far is Minden, NV from Reno, NV?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Minden and Reno is 39.85 miles (64.13 km).
Flight distance from Minden, NV to Reno, NV is 39.85 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Minden, Nevada to Reno, Nevada is: 49.17 miles (79.14 km) by car.
Driving from Minden to Reno will take approximately 00 hours 52 minutes.
#1 Minden
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°57'15"N 119°45'57"W |
| Latitude | 38.9540700 |
| Longitude | -119.7657300 |
| Altitude | 1440 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Reno
The second most populous city in Nevada. It is located in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Reno is known for its casinos, its many outdoor activities, and its many attractions, such as the National Automobile Museum and the Truckee River Whitewater Park.
| Population | 259290 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°31'47"N 119°48'50"W |
| Latitude | 39.5296300 |
| Longitude | -119.8138000 |
| Altitude | 1373 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Reno: North Virginia Street (-119.814139,39.529564)
Estimated Travel Time Between Minden and Reno
The distance between Minden and Reno is 79 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 52 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Minden and Reno. The current time is 10:27:03.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 38 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 13 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 59 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 39 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.57 liters (1.74 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Minden and Reno.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Minden to Reno is $8.05 (diesel $8.72).
Nevada gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $4.64 | $4.92 | $5.14 | $5.03 |
| Total | $8.05 | $8.54 | $8.92 | $8.72 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Nevada ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $4.638 (Diesel $5.026) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 26, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Minden and Reno (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
