History of Interstates and U.S. Highways in Nevada
Nevada’s highways have been instrumental in connecting the state's booming urban centers, like Las Vegas and Reno, with neighboring states and the rest of the country. Early U.S. highways such as U.S. 50 and U.S. 95 laid the groundwork for travel across Nevada's expansive deserts. With the creation of the Interstate Highway System, I-15 and I-80 became the state’s major thoroughfares, supporting both tourism and commerce.
Highways like I-15 are crucial for facilitating the constant flow of visitors to Las Vegas from California, while I-80 is a key cross-country route used for freight transport. In addition to these interstates, Nevada’s scenic routes, including U.S. 50, dubbed "The Loneliest Road in America," attract travelers seeking the state's natural beauty. These highways also provide vital connections to popular destinations like Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada.
Nevada continues to expand and enhance its highway infrastructure, with projects focusing on increasing capacity on I-15 near Las Vegas and improving road safety on rural highways. Upgrading interchanges and expanding lanes on major routes ensure the state remains well-positioned to handle its growing population and tourism demands.
Busiest and Longest Federal Interstates and U.S. Highways in Nevada
| Interstate or Highway | Length (mi) | Length (km) | Southern or Western Terminus | Northern or Eastern Terminus | Created |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I-15 | 123 | 198 | California Border | Arizona Border | 1956 |
| I-80 | 410 | 660 | California Border | Utah Border | 1956 |
| U.S. 95 | 647 | 1,041 | California Border | Oregon Border | 1926 |
| U.S. 50 | 409 | 658 | California Border | Utah Border | 1926 |
| U.S. 93 | 541 | 871 | Arizona Border | Idaho Border | 1926 |
| U.S. 6 | 306 | 492 | California Border | Utah Border | 1926 |
| U.S. 395 | 87 | 140 | California Border | Reno, NV | 1926 |
| U.S. 93 Alternate | 110 | 177 | Ely, NV | Wells, NV | 1926 |
| U.S. 95 Alternate | 60 | 97 | Fernley, NV | Schurz, NV | 1926 |
| U.S. 50 Alternate | 60 | 97 | Fallon, NV | Fernley, NV | 1926 |
Nevada Designated Highways
Nevada Interstate Highway 15, I-15 S
Nevada Interstate Highway 80, Airport Rd
Nevada Interstate Highway 80, Cornell Ave
Nevada Interstate Highway 80, E Jennings Way
Nevada Interstate Highway 80, I-80 Bus
Nevada Interstate Highway 80, I-80 E
Nevada Interstate Highway 80, I-80 W
Nevada Interstate Highway 80, Idaho St
Nevada Interstate Highway 80, Old Highway 40
Nevada Interstate Highway 80, W Idaho St
Nevada Interstate Highway 215, I-215 E
Nevada Interstate Highway 215, I-215 W
Nevada Interstate Highway 215, W Lake Mead Pkwy
Nevada Interstate Highway 515, I-515 N
Nevada Interstate Highway 515, I-515 S
Nevada US Highway 6, Erie St
Nevada US Highway 6, Main St
Nevada US Highway 6, US-6
Nevada US Highway 40, Commerce Way
Nevada US Highway 40, E Main St
Nevada US Highway 40, US-40
Nevada US Highway 40, W Main St
Nevada US Highway 50, Aultman St
Nevada US Highway 50, Austin Hwy
Nevada US Highway 50, California Emigrant Trail
Nevada US Highway 50, Carson Hwy
Nevada US Highway 50, E Main St
Nevada US Highway 50, E William St
Nevada US Highway 50, E Williams Ave
Nevada US Highway 50, Great Basin Blvd
Nevada US Highway 50, Lake Tahoe Blvd
Nevada US Highway 50, N Main St
Nevada US Highway 50, Reno Hwy
Nevada US Highway 50, S Main St
Nevada US Highway 50, US-50
Nevada US Highway 50, US-50 E
Nevada US Highway 50, W Williams Ave
Nevada US Highway 50A, Reno Hwy
Nevada US Highway 93, 4th St
Nevada US Highway 93, E Aultman St
Nevada US Highway 93, Front St
Nevada US Highway 93, N 4th St
Nevada US Highway 93, Nevada Hwy
Nevada US Highway 93, Nevada Hwy S
Nevada US Highway 93, North Spring St
Nevada US Highway 93, S Boulder Hwy N
Nevada US Highway 93, S Boulder Hwy S
Nevada US Highway 93, US-93
Nevada US Highway 93, US-93 Alt
Nevada US Highway 93, US-93 N
Nevada US Highway 93, US-93 S
Nevada US Highway 95, 2nd St
Nevada US Highway 95, 5th St
Nevada US Highway 95, Crook Ave
Nevada US Highway 95, E Main St
Nevada US Highway 95, E St
Nevada US Highway 95, Erie St
Nevada US Highway 95, Front St
Nevada US Highway 95, Lovelock Hwy
Nevada US Highway 95, Melarkey St
Nevada US Highway 95, N Maine St
Nevada US Highway 95, N Rancho Dr
Nevada US Highway 95, N Rancho Dr N
Nevada US Highway 95, S Maine St
Nevada US Highway 95, S Taylor St
Nevada US Highway 95, Schurz Hwy
Nevada US Highway 95, U S Hwy 95A N
Nevada US Highway 95, US-95
Nevada US Highway 95, US-95 Alt
Nevada US Highway 95, US-95 N
Nevada US Highway 95, US-95 S
Nevada US Highway 95, W Main St
Nevada US Highway 95, W Williams Ave
Nevada US Highway 95, W Winnemucca Blvd
Nevada US Highway 95A, McGowan Ln
Nevada US Highway 95A, US-95A
Nevada US Highway 95A, W Goldfield Ave
Nevada US Highway 395, Fairview Dr
Nevada US Highway 395, N Virginia St
Nevada US Highway 395, North-South Fwy N
Nevada US Highway 395, North-South Fwy S
Nevada US Highway 395, S Carson St
Nevada US Highway 395, S Virginia St
Nevada US Highway 395, US-395
Nevada US Highway 395, US-395 N
Nevada US Highway 395, US-395 S