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Trip from Cockrell Hill, TX to El Paso, TX

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

10h 38m

Distance

634.1 mi

1,020 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$96

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
10h 29m ★
6 AM
10h 39m
8 AM
10h 58m
10 AM
10h 45m
12 PM
10h 43m
3 PM
10h 46m
5 PM
10h 57m
8 PM
10h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 634.1-mile journey from Cockrell Hill, TX, to El Paso, TX, is a significant undertaking, requiring an estimated 10 hours and 38 minutes of pure driving time. Given the considerable distance and duration, it's highly recommended to split this drive over two days to ensure a safe and comfortable experience. The primary arteries for this trip are Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway and I-10, which make up a substantial portion of your travel. With an estimated fuel cost of around $96, it's a budget-conscious option for a long-distance trek across Texas. You'll be traversing the vast landscapes of the Great Plains for the entirety of this route, offering a consistent, expansive feel.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

3 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

317 miles from Cockrell Hill, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 24m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway 457.7 mi 7h 39m
I 10 166.7 mi 2h 43m
Patriot Parkway 3.2 mi 3m
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway 1.8 mi 1m
West Illinois Avenue 1.6 mi 3m
South Cockrell Hill Road 1 mi 2m
East Missouri Avenue 0.3 mi <1m
North Mesa Street 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway — 457.7 mi, about 7h 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cockrell Hill, TX and El Paso, TX.

1

Start on Phinney Avenue

447 ft · 21 sec · Phinney Avenue
2

At end of road, turn right onto West Clarendon Drive

0.2 mi · 51 sec · West Clarendon Drive
3

Turn left onto South Cockrell Hill Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · South Cockrell Hill Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
4

Turn right onto West Illinois Avenue

1.6 mi · 3 min · West Illinois Avenue
5

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Toward Spur 408 South Use the left lane.
6

Merge onto Spur 408

3.2 mi · 3 min · Patriot Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 20 West: Fort Worth Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Merge onto I 20

1.8 mi · 1 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Continue on I 20

25 mi · 26 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 20

4.0 mi · 4 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Toward I 20 West Use the straight lane.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 20

429 mi · 7 hr 8 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Toward I 20 West: Abilene Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12

Merge onto I 10

167 mi · 2 hr 43 min · I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Exit 19B Toward Missouri Avenue, Downtown Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue

0.3 mi · 49 sec · East Missouri Avenue
15

Turn left onto TX 20

0.3 mi · 27 sec · North Mesa Street
16

Arrive at destination

North Mesa Street

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 10-hour drive, plan to depart early in the morning to maximize daylight hours. With an overnight split recommended, aim to cover roughly half the distance on day one, stopping in a town with ample lodging and services. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway, as services can be spaced out. Factor in at least three planned stops for rest and refueling to break up the driving monotony and stay alert.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 317 miles from Cockrell Hill, TX, or about 5h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 457.7 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 140 miles or 2h 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 317 miles or 5h 24m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 317 miles or 5h 24m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 9h 38m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near El Paso, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Cockrell Hill, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Cockrell Hill, TX

Aim for roughly 317 miles and 5.3 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into El Paso, TX

Aim for roughly 317 miles and 5.3 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 140 miles from Cockrell Hill, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 3 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway for about 457.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and county seat of Nolan County, Texas, United States

First major stop

Coffee and fuel

Sweetwater, TX

209 mi into the route

Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch

This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.

city in Texas, United States

Second major stop

Overnight candidate

Kermit, TX

419 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Kermit, TX

Overnight Options

Night 1

Big Spring, TX

317 mi · about 5.3h in

A practical overnight split lands near Big Spring, TX after about 317 miles or 5.3 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Stephenville, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 140 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Big Spring, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 317 miles from Cockrell Hill, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 457.7 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 317 miles or 5.3 hours on the road.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

El Paso Museum of History

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 634.1

El Paso, Texas

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+19152123150

Visit website

Magoffin Home State Historic Site

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 634.1

El Paso, Texas

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+19155335147

Visit website

Tom Lea Upper Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 634.1

El Paso, Texas

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+19152120092

Visit website

International Museum of Art

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 634.1

El Paso, Texas

Hours: 1–5 pm

+19155436747

Visit website

Adamson-Spalding Storybook Garden

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 181.2

Abilene, Texas

Visit website

Paramount Theatre

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 181.2

Abilene, Texas

+13256769620

Visit website

El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 634.1

El Paso, Texas

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19152120966

Visit website

12th Armored Division Memorial

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 181.2

Abilene, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13256776515

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 633.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Clarendon Drive

At end of road, turn right onto West Clarendon Drive

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

6
3 mi into trip | ~6m in

Take the ramp toward Spur 408 South

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward Spur 408 South
7
33.8 mi into trip | ~40m in | I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway toward I 20 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward I 20 West
7
37.8 mi into trip | ~45m in | I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway toward I 20 West: Abilene

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 20 West: Abilene
8
633.3 mi into trip | ~10h 37m in

Take the exit toward Missouri Avenue, Downtown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 19B Toward Missouri Avenue, Downtown

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$95.81 one way

$191.63 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 222 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $104.88 $209.75
premium $4.54 $113.21 $226.43
diesel $5.61 $140.00 $280.00

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$96

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$226–$336

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 221.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $67 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 190.2 2 $66.58 $30.44
Efficient EV 158.5 1 $55.48 $25.36
EV Truck/SUV 253.6 3 $88.77 $40.58

Gas CO2

222 kg

EV CO2

74 kg (67% less)

Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Cockrell Hill, TX

Morning in Cockrell Hill on Sunday

Local time

9:20 AM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

El Paso, TX

Morning in El Paso on Sunday

Local time

8:20 AM

MDT

Current temp

83°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 16 at 5:25PM CDT until April 16 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 16 at 4:16PM CDT until April 16 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX

59°F

Sweetwater, TX

209 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

Time zone

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

22 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

10h 38m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Chamizal National Memorial

Chamizal National Memorial

National Memorial

Chamizal is more than just an urban park to recreate or enjoy a quiet afternoon. These grounds are a reminder of the harmonious settlement of a 100-year boundary dispute between the United States and...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free near mile 634.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is characterized by its long-distance, highway-centric nature, with 27% of your travel on highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 457.7 miles on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway, suggesting long periods of consistent driving. While primarily an interstate experience, the sheer mileage means you'll encounter varying conditions and potentially fewer immediate services as you progress westward. Expect a straightforward, often uninterrupted drive that prioritizes covering ground efficiently.

27% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 457.7 mi on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

At 10h 38m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Clarendon Drive.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 634.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Clarendon Drive): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 33.8 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Arriving in El Paso, TX

Full guide →

El Paso is the sixth largest city in Texas, with 679,000 residents (2020). It is on the United States-Mexico border. The city on the other side of the border is Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua. El Paso is often called the Sun City. Collectively, the city of El Paso and other nearby cities, such as Juarez and Las Cruces, New Mexico are referred to as The Borderland.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Solo Traveler

10h 38m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Long-haul drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 457.7 miles on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 317 miles on day one.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at El Paso, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 3 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Clarendon Drive): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 33.8 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Chamizal National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 10.6 hours each way, a round trip means 21.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at El Paso, TX before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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