If you're moving to 89183, you probably want to know: how long will it take me to get to work? To the airport? To the Strip for a show? Here are real drive times based on actual driving, not Google Maps optimism.
The Highway Advantage
89183 sits at the intersection of two major freeways:
- I-15 runs north-south along the western edge (direct shot to the Strip and downtown)
- I-215 (the beltway) runs east-west along the northern edge (connects to Henderson, the airport, and Summerlin)
Commute Times (Morning Rush, 7-8:30am)
To the Las Vegas Strip (central): 18-25 minutes via I-15 north. During major conventions (CES in January, for example), add 10 minutes. On weekends and evenings, more like 15 minutes. To Harry Reid International Airport: 12-18 minutes via I-215 east to I-15 north. This is one of the fastest airport commutes for any suburb in the valley. If you travel frequently for work, this matters a lot. To Downtown Las Vegas: 22-30 minutes via I-15 north. Downtown is farther than the Strip, and the freeway narrows near Spaghetti Bowl interchange. If you work downtown, expect closer to 30 minutes during rush hour. To Henderson (Green Valley area): 10-15 minutes via Eastern Avenue or I-215 east. Henderson is 89183's closest neighbor and the drive is easy. To Henderson (Water Street District): 12-18 minutes. A bit farther than Green Valley but still a simple drive on Lake Mead Parkway. To Summerlin: 25-35 minutes via I-215 west (the full beltway loop). This is the longest common commute from 89183. Summerlin is on the opposite side of the valley. During rush hour, the 215 can get congested near the I-15 interchange. To UNLV campus: 15-20 minutes via I-15 north to Tropicana exit. Manageable for students or university employees. To North Las Vegas: 30-40 minutes. The drive up I-15 passes through the heaviest traffic corridor in the valley. If you work in North Las Vegas, 89183 might be too far south.Major Employers and Their Commute Times
- Las Vegas Convention Center: 20-25 min
- MGM Resorts (Strip properties): 18-25 min
- Wynn/Encore: 22-28 min
- Station Casinos (various): 10-20 min depending on location
- Nellis Air Force Base: 35-40 min
- Henderson Hospital: 10-15 min
- Southwest Medical (various): 10-20 min
- Amazon Fulfillment Centers (North LV): 35-45 min
The Traffic Reality
Las Vegas traffic is real, but it's a different kind of traffic than LA or the Bay Area. Here's what to expect:
Morning rush (7-9am): I-15 northbound gets heavy from 89183 toward the Strip. Budget 5-10 extra minutes compared to off-peak. The 215 is usually smoother. Evening rush (4-6:30pm): I-15 southbound backs up as workers head home. The stretch between Tropicana and Silverado Ranch can be stop-and-go. The 215 going west can also slow down. Event traffic: When a big show lets out at T-Mobile Arena or a UFC fight ends at the MGM, the Strip area becomes a parking lot. Avoid I-15 near the Strip during these times. Construction: There's always freeway construction somewhere in Las Vegas. Check the RTC (Regional Transportation Commission) app before heading out. It's Nevada's version of Waze and it's surprisingly useful.Remote Work Considerations
If you work from home — and many people moving to 89183 do — commute times are less relevant, but a few things still matter:
Internet reliability is solid in most of 89183 (see our separate article on internet providers). Cox and CenturyLink fiber both support heavy video conferencing. Coffee shops and coworking are limited within 89183 proper. The closest dedicated coworking spaces are in Henderson. Most remote workers either work from home or drive to a Henderson or Strip-area coworking spot 1-2 days a week. Time zones: If you work for a California company, you're in the same time zone (Pacific). If you work for an East Coast company, you're three hours behind — which means early meetings start at 5-6am local time. Just something to factor in.Public Transit
Let me be direct: public transit in 89183 is minimal. The RTC bus system exists, but routes are infrequent (30-60 minute intervals) and designed more for north-south corridor travel than suburban commutes. You need a car to live in 89183 comfortably. Period.
If you or your partner don't drive, this is a genuine dealbreaker for 89183. Consider a more central location like downtown Henderson, which has better transit access.
The Bottom Line
89183's commute situation is above average for suburban Las Vegas. The dual freeway access means you're 15-25 minutes from most major employment centers. The only weak spot is if you work in North Las Vegas or Summerlin — both are 30+ minute commutes that can stretch longer in traffic.
For most people, the commute from 89183 is one of the things they like most about living here. After California or East Coast commutes, a 20-minute highway drive feels like freedom.