Fall Road Trips in Texas
Routes
30
Avg Distance
841 mi
Avg Drive
14h 17m
Destinations
28
Fall in Texas means the heat breaks, making it prime time for hitting the road. With 30 routes to explore, averaging 840 miles and nearly 14 hours, you can cover serious ground. Drivers can expect drives with scores up to 8, some reaching over 4,600 feet in elevation, and many passing through parks. This season's cooler temps are perfect for enjoying the diverse landscapes Texas has to offer.
Fuel snapshot for this state
Regular
$3.86/gal
Diesel: $5.35/gal
Typical trip cost
$117–$247
One-way, ~841 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG
CO₂ per trip
~294 kg
ICE vehicle, one-way average
Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-06-01
Climate through the year: Texas
Texas peaks at around 98°F in Aug and cools to 63°F / 42°F in Jan. Wettest month is May at ~5 in of rain. Table highlights Fall months.
| Month | High °F | Low °F | Rain in | Snow in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 63 | 42 | 2.6 | — |
| Feb | 67 | 46 | 1.9 | 0.2 |
| Mar | 73 | 52 | 2.9 | — |
| Apr | 80 | 59 | 2.4 | — |
| May | 87 | 67 | 5 | — |
| Jun | 93 | 73 | 3.7 | — |
| Jul | 97 | 75 | 2 | — |
| Aug | 98 | 75 | 2.7 | — |
| Sep peak | 91 | 70 | 3.5 | — |
| Oct peak | 83 | 61 | 3.9 | — |
| Nov peak | 72 | 51 | 2.9 | — |
| Dec | 64 | 43 | 2.7 | — |
Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for TX — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.
Planning Tips
- Check the weather forecast for your route, not just your origin and destination.
- Bring layers for shoulder-season travel — mornings and evenings can be much cooler than midday.
- Texas routes can vary in condition depending on the time of year. Check for construction zones.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fall Routes
Editor's pick
Houston, TX → Los Angeles, CA
Through: Loop 1604 North
This lengthy cross-country option scores an 8 and crosses high-altitude sections with significant climbs, topping out at 4,658 feet. It also offers access to parks, though EV charging is sparse along the way.
Editor's pick
Converse, TX → Indianapolis, IN
Through: Fort Worth → Texarkana → Convention Center +4 more
Another high-scoring drive at 8, this route primarily traverses flat terrain with a maximum elevation of just 821 feet. It features park access, but detailed EV charging information isn't available.
Editor's pick
Hemphill, TX → El Paso, TX
Through: Loop 287 West: Tyler
This Texas-spanning route, also scoring an 8, features hilly terrain and moderate elevation changes, reaching up to 3,961 feet. It includes park access, providing a good way to see the state's interior.
Buna, TX → El Paso, TX
Through: Loop 1604 North
El Paso, TX → Orange, TX
Through: Loop 1604 East → Austin → Waco
El Paso, TX → Vidor, TX
Through: Loop 1604 East → Austin → Waco
El Paso, TX → Port Neches, TX
Through: Loop 1604 East → Austin → Waco
El Paso, TX → Laureles, TX
Through: Downtown → Brownsville
El Paso, TX → Los Fresnos, TX
Through: Downtown → Brownsville
El Paso, TX → Atlanta, TX
Through: Shreveport → Winona
El Paso, TX → Diboll, TX
Through: Shreveport
El Paso, TX → Heidelberg, TX
Through: Downtown
El Paso, TX → Maud, TX
El Paso, TX → Linden, TX
Through: Shreveport → Winona
El Paso, TX → Redland, TX
Through: Shreveport
El Paso, TX → Midway South, TX
Through: Downtown
El Paso, TX → Hidalgo, TX
Through: Downtown
El Paso, TX → Mission, TX
Through: Downtown
Port Isabel, TX → Amarillo, TX
Through: Alamodome → Menard → Lubbock
El Paso, TX → Olivarez, TX
Through: Downtown
El Paso, TX → West Sharyland, TX
Through: Downtown
El Paso, TX → Alamo, TX
Through: Downtown
El Paso, TX → San Leon, TX
Through: Loop 1604 East → Austin → Waco
Brownsville, TX → Amarillo, TX
Through: Alamodome → Menard → Lubbock
El Paso, TX → Ore City, TX
Through: Shreveport → Winona
El Paso, TX → Woodbranch, TX
Through: Loop 1604 East → Austin → Waco
El Paso, TX → Dickinson, TX
Through: Loop 1604 East → Austin → Waco
El Paso, TX → Conroe, TX
Through: Loop 1604 East → Austin → Waco
El Paso, TX → Freeport, TX
Through: Loop 1604 East → Austin → Waco +1 more
Socorro, TX → Garland, TX