How far is Pioche, NV from Henderson, NV?

Fastest route

The journey from Pioche, Nevada 89043 to Henderson, Nevada covers a distance of approximately 191 miles (307 kilometers) and takes about 3 hours. The fastest route is currently recommended due to traffic conditions.

Directions

  1. πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ Head south on Lacour St toward Main St.
  2. ➑️ Lacour St turns right and becomes NV-321 S/Main St. Continue to follow NV-321 S.
  3. πŸ›£οΈ Continue on US-93 S to Las Vegas. Take exit 23 from I-515 S/US-93 S/US-95 S.
  4. ➑️ Turn right onto US-93 S (signs for Panaca Caliente).
  5. πŸš— Use the right 2 lanes to merge onto I-15 S/US-93 S via the ramp to Las Vegas.
  6. πŸ”„ Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 42 to merge onto I-515 S/US-93 S/US-95 S toward Phoenix.
  7. ➑️ Use the right lane to take exit 23 for I-215 W/NV-564 E toward Lake Mead Pkwy. Keep right at the fork, follow signs for State Route 564 E/Lake Mead Parkway, and merge onto NV-564 E/W Lake Mead Pkwy.
  8. πŸ›£οΈ Continue on NV-564 E/W Lake Mead Pkwy and drive to NV-582 N in Henderson.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚦 Check traffic updates before starting the journey to choose the fastest route.
  • β›½ Refuel your vehicle before leaving to avoid unnecessary stops.
  • πŸš— Consider carpooling with friends or family to make the trip more enjoyable and eco-friendly.
  • 🍴 Pack some snacks and drinks to keep you refreshed during the drive.
  • 🚧 Be aware of the speed limits and traffic regulations along the way to ensure a safe journey.
  • πŸ›£οΈ Enjoy the scenic views and landscapes during the drive, especially on NV-564 E/W Lake Mead Pkwy.
  • πŸš™ Take breaks at regular intervals to stretch your legs and prevent fatigue while driving.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
191.39 mi
03h 38m
Flight
133.82 mi
215.36 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
133.82 mi
Kilometers
215.36 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
191.39 mi
Kilometers
308.01 km
Drive Time
03h 38m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 38m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Henderson
Thu, Oct 15, 3:19 PM PDT
Return by in Pioche
Thu, Oct 15, 6:57 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Pioche
2026-10-15T11:40
Arrive Henderson
Thu, Oct 15, 3:19 PM PDT
Route Timing
03h 38m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:38 AM to 11:38 AM PDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:44 AM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Pioche
9:00 PM PDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Caliente
NV

City in Nevada, United States

From Pioche
93.1 mi
01h 49m
To Henderson
98.3 mi
01h 49m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
59Β°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
15 to 21 mph NNE
Destination
74Β°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
8 to 23 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Pioche and Henderson.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pioche and Henderson.

  1. 1

    Start on Waddell Street

    818 ft Β· 42 sec Β· Waddell Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Main Street

    54 m Β· 14 sec Β· Main Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Main Street

    2.6 mi Β· 4 min Β· Main Street

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Great Basin Highway

    21.2 mi Β· 29 min Β· Great Basin Highway

  5. 5

    Continue on North Spring Street

    1.2 km Β· 1 min Β· North Spring Street

  6. 6

    Continue on Front Street

    1.3 mi Β· 2 min Β· Front Street

  7. 7

    Continue on Great Basin Highway

    126.8 mi Β· 2 hr 37 min Β· Great Basin Highway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 15 South, US 93 South: Las Vegas

    2263 ft Β· 55 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Las Vegas Freeway

    13.4 mi Β· 14 min Β· Las Vegas Freeway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward Lamb Boulevard

    1517 ft Β· 37 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on Lamb Boulevard South

    808 ft Β· 20 sec

  12. 12

    Continue on North Lamb Boulevard

    6.8 mi Β· 11 min Β· North Lamb Boulevard

  13. 13

    Turn straight onto NV 159: East Charleston Boulevard

    60 m Β· 9 sec

  14. 14

    Turn straight onto East Charleston Boulevard

    1 km Β· 1 min Β· East Charleston Boulevard

  15. 15

    Turn left onto I 11 South, US 93 South, US 95 South: Boulder City, Kingman, Phoenix

    2676 ft Β· 38 sec

  16. 16

    Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Highway

    6.5 mi Β· 8 min Β· Purple Heart Highway

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right toward Galleria Drive

    2304 ft Β· 44 sec

  18. 18

    Turn left onto West Galleria Drive

    1.1 mi Β· 2 min Β· West Galleria Drive

  19. 19

    Turn right onto North Boulder Highway

    2.9 mi Β· 5 min Β· North Boulder Highway

  20. 20

    Continue on South Boulder Highway

    43 m Β· 9 sec Β· South Boulder Highway

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m Β· 1 sec Β· North Boulder Highway

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Pioche and Henderson.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
21 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Great Basin Highway
148 mi Β· 77%
Las Vegas Freeway
13.4 mi Β· 7%
North Lamb Boulevard
6.8 mi Β· 4%
Purple Heart Highway
6.53 mi Β· 3%
North Boulder Highway
2.94 mi Β· 2%
Main Street
2.63 mi Β· 1%
Longest Stretch

Great Basin Highway

Continue on Great Basin Highway

127 mi Β· 02h 37m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 38m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+57.6 mi
133.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Caliente
01h 49m from Pioche
Leave By
9:44 AM PDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Pioche and Sunny near Henderson.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Pioche to Henderson?

The road trip is about 191.4 miles (308 km) and usually takes 03h 38m 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?

Caliente is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93.1 miles from Pioche and 98.3 miles from Henderson.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 133.8 miles (215.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 57.6 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 9:44 AM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.66 one way or $73.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pioche and Sunny near Henderson.

Stop Ideas Near Caliente

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Caliente, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Caliente.

BUS

St. George, Utah

101 mi away
1235 South Bluff St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Pioche and Henderson. Straight-line distance: 133.82 mi (215.36 km).

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#1 Pioche

Situated at an elevation of 6,086 feet in the mountainous high desert of Lincoln County, Nevada, this census-designated place serves as the county seat.

Population0
Coordinates37.9296900, -114.4522100
Altitude1855
CountryUnited States
Henderson

#2 Henderson

The second most populous city in Nevada and the center of the Las Vegas metropolitan area.

Population329,172
Coordinates36.0397000, -114.9819400
Altitude569
CountryUnited States
Start: Waddell Street (-114.452451, 37.929764)
End: NV 582 (-114.98198, 36.03973)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 308 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 22m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 47m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 49m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 11m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 44m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 23m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.75 gal
25.56 L Β· about $36.66
Round trip
$73.32
13.5 gal Β· 51.12 L
Estimated CO2
60 kg one way
Round trip: 120 kg / 265 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.43 $36.66 $73.32
Mid-grade $5.75 $38.78 $77.56
Premium $6.04 $40.74 $81.47
Diesel $6.77 $45.70 $91.40

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Nevada Β· Oct 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Pioche and Henderson. The current time is 11:40:59.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.