How far is Sparks, NV from Jackpot, NV?
The driving distance from Sparks, NV to Jackpot, NV is about 402.1 miles (647.1 km), with a travel time of about 06h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 314.9 miles (506.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 13h 28m 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 44m.
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 Sparks and Jackpot.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sparks and Jackpot.
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Start on West Victorian Avenue
14 m · 4 sec · West Victorian Avenue
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Turn left onto Pyramid Way
77 m · 18 sec · Pyramid Way
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Take the ramp slight left
1787 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
334.5 mi · 5 hr 29 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 93: East Wells
1283 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto Great Basin Highway
66.9 mi · 1 hr 14 min · Great Basin Highway
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Turn left
17 m · 4 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 Sparks and Jackpot.
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 Sparks and Sunny near Jackpot.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sparks to Jackpot?
The road trip is about 402.1 miles (647.1 km) and usually takes 06h 44m 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 200.8 miles from Sparks and 201.3 miles from Jackpot.
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 87.2 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 $77.07 one way or $154.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 126.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Sparks and Sunny near Jackpot.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sparks and Jackpot. Straight-line distance: 314.94 mi (506.85 km).
#1 Sparks
The most populous city in Washoe County, Nevada.
| Population | 106,900 |
| Coordinates | 39.5349100, -119.7526900 |
| Altitude | 1345 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: Jackpot (-114.67476, 41.98324)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 647 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.43 | $77.07 | $154.13 |
| Mid-grade | $5.75 | $81.52 | $163.04 |
| Premium | $6.04 | $85.64 | $171.27 |
| Diesel | $6.77 | $96.07 | $192.13 |
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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