Scissors, TX Road Trips
With 6 routes heading out and 5 heading in, Scissors, TX works well as a modest departure point in the Great Plains. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 491 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Scissors, TX head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
11
Longest Drive
800.2 mi
El Paso, TX
Quickest Drive
3h 10m
Laredo, TX
Plan Around Scissors, TX
Popular Incoming Routes
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Continue From Scissors, TX
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Trips from Scissors, TX
Driving from Scissors, TX
Expect an average of 491 miles and about 8h 22m behind the wheel when leaving Scissors, TX. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 800 miles (11h 56m), while the shortest is just 166 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Scissors, TX include El Paso, TX (800.2 mi, 11h 56m), Lubbock, TX (630.6 mi, 11h 18m), Arlington, TX (510 mi, 9h 26m), Dallas, TX (506.7 mi, 9h 17m), and Montopolis, TX (331.6 mi, 5h 6m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in TX currently averages around $3.78 per gallon. For the typical 491-mile trip from Scissors, TX, budget about $73 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 6 mapped routes leaving Scissors, TX and 5 routes heading into Scissors, TX, covering 11 total connections. Distances range from 166 to 800 miles.
The longest mapped route from Scissors, TX covers 800 miles and takes approximately 11h 56m. Shorter options start at just 166 miles.
The average route from Scissors, TX runs about 491 miles with a drive time of roughly 8h 22m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.78/gallon for regular), the average 491-mile trip from Scissors, TX costs roughly $73 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Scissors, TX include El Paso, TX, Lubbock, TX, Arlington, TX and Dallas, TX. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Scissors, TX by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
3,196
Median Income
$37,625
Median Home Value
$51,100
Median Age
25.1
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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