How far is Pahrump, NV from Henderson, NV?
The driving distance from Pahrump, NV to Henderson, NV is about 66.8 miles (107.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.1 miles (91.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 20m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Nevada, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pahrump and Henderson.
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Start on the route
6 m · 3 sec
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Turn right onto Pahrump Valley Highway
42 mi · 49 min · Pahrump Valley Highway
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Continue on Blue Diamond Road
10.4 mi · 14 min · Blue Diamond Road
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Continue on Blue Diamond Road
3034 ft · 1 min · Blue Diamond Road
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Continue on East Windmill Lane
2.1 mi · 3 min · East Windmill Lane
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 215 East
2400 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left onto Bruce Woodbury Beltway
6.9 mi · 8 min · Bruce Woodbury Beltway
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Continue on West Lake Mead Parkway
2.3 mi · 4 min · West Lake Mead Parkway
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Turn left onto South Boulder Highway
43 m · 9 sec · South Boulder Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Boulder Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pahrump and Henderson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Pahrump Valley Highway
Turn right onto Pahrump Valley Highway
42 mi · 00h 49m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Pahrump and Sunny near Henderson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pahrump to Henderson?
The road trip is about 66.8 miles (107.5 km) and usually takes 01h 10m 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?
Sandy Valley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.3 miles from Pahrump and 34.5 miles from Henderson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.1 miles (91.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 4:10 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.68 one way or $23.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Pahrump and Sunny near Henderson.
Stop Ideas Near Sandy Valley
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 Sandy Valley.
Las Vegas, NV
Las Vegas International Airport, Nevada
Las Vegas (Downtown), Nevada
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pahrump and Henderson. Straight-line distance: 57.12 mi (91.93 km).
#1 Pahrump
Census-designated place (CDP) and an unincorporated town in Nye County, Nevada
| Population | 36,441 |
| Coordinates | 36.2082900, -115.9839100 |
| Altitude | 822 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Henderson
The second most populous city in Nevada and the center of the Las Vegas metropolitan area.
| Population | 329,172 |
| Coordinates | 36.0397000, -114.9819400 |
| Altitude | 569 |
| Country | United States |
End: NV 582 (-114.98198, 36.03973)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 108 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 50m |
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 | $4.95 | $11.68 | $23.37 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $12.60 | $25.20 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $13.14 | $26.27 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $15.02 | $30.05 |
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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