Road Trips from Littlefield, TX
Looking for a road trip from Littlefield? You've got options ranging from a quick 15-mile hop to a multi-day adventure. The terrain varies from flat to hilly, and some routes offer national park access. If you want a short, easy drive with a park nearby, there are a few choices. For a longer haul, you can head toward major cities, with some requiring an overnight stay. Consider what kind of driving experience and scenery you're after this weekend.
Total Routes
5
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
5
Under 2 hours
Weekend trip
San Antonio, TX
7h 24m421.1 mi one way
This 7.4-hour drive is a solid option for a longer trip, covering 421.1 miles. It offers access to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and Lyndon B Johnson National Park, a nice bonus if you enjoy historical sites. The terrain is gently rolling, and it has a high drive score of 9. It's a day trip, though it’s a long one.
El Paso, TX
6h 36m357.1 mi one way
For a destination with significant park access, El Paso is a strong contender. You'll be driving 357.1 miles, which takes about 6.6 hours. This route features a mix of highway and surface roads, with gently rolling terrain. It includes access to Chamizal National Memorial and Guadalupe Mountains National Park. The drive score is a high 9.
Long-haul ideas
Houston, TX
10h 19m570.3 mi one way
This 10.3-hour journey is one of the longest options at 570.3 miles, and it's recommended to break it up with an overnight stay. The terrain is hilly with moderate elevation changes. While it scores a 7 for the drive, its length makes it a significant undertaking. No parks are listed as nearby.
Garland, TX
8h 50m475.7 mi one way
Garland is a considerable drive at 475.7 miles, taking 8.8 hours. This route is mostly highway, with hilly terrain. It's flagged as a trip where an overnight stay is recommended. It has a drive score of 7 and no parks listed nearby, making it a straightforward, longer journey to a destination.
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San Antonio, TX
7h 24m421.1 mi one way
El Paso, TX
6h 36m357.1 mi one way
Houston, TX
10h 19m570.3 mi one way
Garland, TX
8h 50m475.7 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers gently rolling and hilly terrain, making any of the longer drives pleasant before summer heat.
Summer
Summer drives through flat and rolling terrain are possible, with parks like Guadalupe Mountains National Park accessible on longer routes.
Fall
Fall's hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes provides a scenic backdrop for the longer drives, especially towards cities like Fort Worth or San Antonio.
Winter
Winter conditions on hilly terrain are manageable for the longer drives, with parks like San Antonio Missions National Historical Park available on some routes.
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