How far is Sparks, NV from Las Vegas, NV?
Fastest route
The distance from Sparks, Nevada to Las Vegas, Nevada is approximately 438 miles (704 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 6 hours and 50 minutes. Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey:
Directions
To get from Sparks to Las Vegas, follow these directions:
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🚗 Get on I-80 E: Head west on Victorian Ave toward Pyramid Way. Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Pyramid Way. Turn left to merge onto I-80 E toward Elko.
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🛣️ Follow I-80 E and NV-439 to Ramsey Cutoff/Ramsey Weeks Cutoff in Silver Springs: Continue on I-80 E and NV-439. Take exit 32 toward NV-439. Keep right at the fork and merge onto NV-439. Continue straight onto NV-439/USA Pkwy. At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto California Emigrant Trail.
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🚙 Follow US-95 ALT S to US-95 S/Veterans Memorial Hwy. in Mineral County: Follow US-95 ALT S and turn left onto Ramsey Cutoff/Ramsey Weeks Cutoff. Continue to follow Ramsey Weeks Cutoff. Turn right onto US-95 ALT S. Turn left to stay on US-95 ALT S.
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🛣️ Take US-95 S/Veterans Memorial Hwy. to Las Vegas Blvd N in Las Vegas: Turn left to stay on US-95 ALT S. Follow US-95 S/Veterans Memorial Hwy. Turn right onto US-95 S/Veterans Memorial Hwy. Turn left onto US-95 Truck. Turn left onto US-95 S/Veterans Memorial Hwy. Turn left onto US-95 S/S 2nd St/Veterans Memorial Hwy. Continue to follow US-95 S/Veterans Memorial Hwy. Continue onto I-515 S/US-95 S/Veterans Memorial Hwy. Take exit 75A for Las Vegas Blvd toward Cashman Ctr.
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🚗 Merge onto Las Vegas Blvd N: Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Downtown LV and merge onto Las Vegas Blvd N.
Tips & Suggestions
- ⛽ Plan your fuel stops: It's a long journey, so make sure to plan your fuel stops along the way to avoid running out of gas.
- 🍴 Pack snacks and drinks: To keep yourself refreshed during the trip, pack some snacks and drinks to enjoy along the way.
- 🚗 Check road conditions: Before you start your journey, check for any road closures or construction updates to choose the best route.
- 🚙 Take breaks: During the long drive, take regular breaks to stretch your legs, rest, and stay alert.
- 📱 Carry a charger: Make sure to carry a charger for your electronic devices, such as your phone or GPS, to ensure you stay connected and navigate smoothly.
- 🧴 Bring essentials: Don't forget to bring essentials like sunscreen, sunglasses, and any necessary medications for a comfortable journey.
- 🚧 Observe speed limits and traffic rules: Be mindful of speed limits and traffic rules to ensure a safe and hassle-free drive.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 59m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated town in Nevada
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sparks and Las Vegas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sparks and Las Vegas.
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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
15.4 mi · 18 min · Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward NV 439 South: Yerington, Las Vegas
642 ft · 10 sec
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Continue on NV 439 South: Yerington, Las Vegas
716 ft · 20 sec
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Turn right onto USA Parkway
19 mi · 29 min · USA Parkway
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Exit the roundabout onto California Emigrant Trail
1.2 km · 53 sec · California Emigrant Trail
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Take the exit slight left
818 ft · 26 sec
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Turn left onto Ramsey Weeks Cutoff
3.4 mi · 6 min · Ramsey Weeks Cutoff
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Turn right
26.7 mi · 32 min
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Turn left onto Goldfield Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Goldfield Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Street
23.3 mi · 26 min · North Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Veterans Memorial Highway
32.7 mi · 40 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Turn left onto Freedom Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Freedom Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Veterans Memorial Highway
23.5 mi · 26 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on Plymire Street
1.5 km · 3 min · Plymire Street
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Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
7.8 mi · 8 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on Front Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Front Street
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Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
35.2 mi · 38 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Turn right onto Silver Peak Road
20.7 mi · 22 min · Silver Peak Road
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Turn left onto Cinnabar Way
615 ft · 28 sec · Cinnabar Way
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Turn left onto Silver Peak Road
17.5 mi · 24 min · Silver Peak Road
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Continue on Silver Peak Road
7.5 mi · 11 min · Silver Peak Road
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Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Highway
4.4 mi · 6 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on West Crook Avenue
2519 ft · 1 min · West Crook Avenue
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Continue on South Sundog Avenue
2333 ft · 1 min · South Sundog Avenue
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Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
59.7 mi · 1 hr 4 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on East Main Street
6.2 mi · 8 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South 2nd Street
1231 ft · 42 sec · South 2nd Street
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Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
99 mi · 1 hr 49 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
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Continue on Purple Heart Highway
17.7 mi · 20 min · Purple Heart Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Cashman Field
1401 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left onto North Las Vegas Boulevard
698 ft · 32 sec · North Las Vegas Boulevard
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Turn left onto East Bonanza Road
19 m · 2 sec · East Bonanza Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Bonanza Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sparks and Las Vegas.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Veterans Memorial Highway
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
99 mi · 01h 49m
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 Las Vegas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sparks to Las Vegas?
The road trip is about 440.6 miles (709.1 km) and usually takes 06h 59m 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?
Tonopah is a useful midpoint, sitting about 213.7 miles from Sparks and 226.9 miles from Las Vegas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 342.4 miles (551 km), while the road route adds roughly 98.2 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 $76.99 one way or $153.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 138.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Sparks and Sunny near Las Vegas.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sparks and Las Vegas. Straight-line distance: 342.39 mi (551.02 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 Las Vegas
The twenty-fifth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Las Vegas metropolitan area.
| Population | 646,790 |
| Coordinates | 36.1749700, -115.1372200 |
| Altitude | 610 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Bonanza Road (-115.137231, 36.174953)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 709 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 14h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 29m |
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 | $76.99 | $153.98 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $83.01 | $166.01 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $86.55 | $173.10 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $98.99 | $197.98 |
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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