How far is Tonopah, NV from North Las Vegas, NV?
The driving distance from Tonopah, NV to North Las Vegas, NV is about 213.6 miles (343.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 173.8 miles (279.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 19m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Census-designated place in Nye County, Nevada, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tonopah and North Las Vegas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tonopah and North Las Vegas.
-
1
Start on West Everett Street
13 m · 4 sec · West Everett Street
-
2
Turn right onto Erie Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · Erie Street
-
3
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
25.5 mi · 28 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
-
4
Continue on West Crook Avenue
2519 ft · 2 min · West Crook Avenue
-
5
Continue on South Sundog Avenue
2333 ft · 1 min · South Sundog Avenue
-
6
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
59.7 mi · 1 hr 4 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
-
7
Continue on East Main Street
6.2 mi · 8 min · East Main Street
-
8
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
1231 ft · 42 sec · South 2nd Street
-
9
Continue on Veterans Memorial Highway
99 mi · 1 hr 49 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
-
10
Continue on Purple Heart Highway
7.1 mi · 8 min · Purple Heart Highway
-
11
Take the exit slight right toward Craig Road
1246 ft · 30 sec
-
12
Keep slight left to continue on Craig Road
110 m · 11 sec
-
13
Turn left onto West Craig Road
1.4 km · 2 min · West Craig Road
-
14
Turn right onto North Rancho Drive
1.9 mi · 3 min · North Rancho Drive
-
15
Turn left onto West Cheyenne Avenue
4.4 mi · 7 min · West Cheyenne Avenue
-
16
Turn right onto 5th Street
1.6 km · 1 min · 5th Street
-
17
Turn left onto East Carey Avenue
3141 ft · 1 min · East Carey Avenue
-
18
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Carey Avenue
25 m · 1 sec · East Carey Avenue
-
19
Exit the roundabout onto East Carey Avenue
579 ft · 16 sec · East Carey Avenue
-
20
Turn right onto Civic Center Drive
2446 ft · 52 sec · Civic Center Drive
-
21
Turn left onto Constitution Way
688 ft · 36 sec · Constitution Way
-
22
Turn left
80 m · 19 sec
-
23
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tonopah and North Las Vegas.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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.
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.
Sunny leaving Tonopah and Sunny near North Las Vegas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tonopah to North Las Vegas?
The road trip is about 213.6 miles (343.7 km) and usually takes 03h 19m 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?
Beatty is a useful midpoint, sitting about 104.9 miles from Tonopah and 108.7 miles from North Las Vegas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 173.8 miles (279.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.8 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 10:22 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.33 one way or $74.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 67 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tonopah and Sunny near North Las Vegas.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tonopah and North Las Vegas. Straight-line distance: 173.79 mi (279.68 km).
#1 Tonopah
Unincorporated town in Nevada
| Population | 2,478 |
| Coordinates | 38.0671600, -117.2300800 |
| Altitude | 1843 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Las Vegas
A city located in Clark County, Nevada.
| Population | 260,098 |
| Coordinates | 36.1988600, -115.1175000 |
| Altitude | 565 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-115.117316, 36.199055)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 344 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 39m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $37.33 | $74.66 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $40.25 | $80.50 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $41.97 | $83.94 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $48.00 | $96.00 |
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 · May 31, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.