Corrigan, TX to El Paso, TX is 795 miles and takes about 13h 51m via I 10 and West US Highway 290, with a fuel budget near $115 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This long-haul drive spans across Texas, beginning in the Great Plains and ending in the same region. It's a straightforward, mostly highway route that requires a full day of driving or can be split over two days. Plan for this trip to be primarily on major interstates and highways, making it a practical choice for covering a significant distance efficiently.
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
397.5 miles from Corrigan, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 7h 31m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
457.8 mi
7h 16m
West US Highway 290
96.7 mi
1h 50m
West State Highway 21
71.4 mi
1h 20m
State Highway 30 West
46.6 mi
54m
West Church Street
41.2 mi
47m
South Home Street
21.5 mi
23m
TX 21
17.1 mi
19m
East Ben White Boulevard
7.4 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 457.8 mi, about 7h 16m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 24 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,531 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,915
Quietest
2 AM
~171 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corrigan, TX and El Paso, TX.
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Start on US 287
39 ft·8 sec·East 2nd Street
2
Turn left onto US 59
21 mi·23 min·South Home Street
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward US 190: Livingston, Huntsville
4
Turn straight onto US 59 North Loop
0.2 mi·22 sec·US 59 North Loop
5
Take the ramp
256 ft·6 sec
6
Merge onto US 190
41 mi·47 min·West Church Street
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on US 190; TX 30
1.7 mi·2 min·11th Street
8
Continue on TX 30
47 mi·54 min·State Highway 30 West
9
Continue on FM 158
0.7 mi·1 min·Farm-to-Market Road 158
10
Continue on FM 158
3.3 mi·5 min·Boonville Road
11
Continue on FM 158
2.2 mi·3 min·East William J Bryan Parkway
12
Continue on FM 158
1.0 mi·1 min·West William J Bryan Parkway
13
Turn left onto TX 21
71 mi·1 hr 20 min·West State Highway 21
14
Turn left onto TX 95
0.3 mi·29 sec·State Highway 95
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Turn right onto TX 21
409 ft·10 sec·State Highway 71 East
Use the right lane.
16
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward TX 21 West, TX 71 West
17
Merge onto TX 21; TX 71
2.2 mi·2 min·State Highway 71 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on TX 71; TX 21
0.7 mi·49 sec·TX 71; TX 21
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on TX 21; TX 71
17 mi·19 min·TX 21; TX 71
20
Continue on 71 Toll
1.9 mi·2 min·Bastrop Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on TX 71
2.2 mi·2 min·East State Highway 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on TX 71
7.4 mi·8 min·East Ben White Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto US 290; TX 71
6.1 mi·7 min·US 290; TX 71
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on West US Highway 290 Frontage Rd
447 ft·6 sec·West US Highway 290 Frontage Rd
25
Continue on West US 290 Frontage Rd
0.3 mi·23 sec·West US 290 Frontage Rd
26
Turn straight onto West US 290 Bypass Lanes
0.5 mi·33 sec·West US 290 Bypass Lanes
27
Continue on US 290
378 ft·4 sec·West US Highway 290
28
Continue on US 290
30 mi·37 min·West US Highway 290
Use the left lane.
29
Merge onto US 281; US 290
5.4 mi·6 min·South US Highway 281
30
Turn left onto US 290
1.1 mi·1 min·East Main Street
Toward Fredericksburg
31
Continue on US 290
27 mi·30 min·West US Highway 290
32
Continue on US 290
3.5 mi·7 min·East Main Street
33
Continue on US 290
39 mi·42 min·West US Highway 290
34
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 10 West: Fort Stockton
35
Merge onto I 10
458 mi·7 hr 16 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 19BToward Missouri Avenue, DowntownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi·49 sec·East Missouri Avenue
38
Turn left onto TX 20
0.3 mi·27 sec·North Mesa Street
39
Arrive at destination
North Mesa Street
Trip Plan
Given the 13-hour duration, this trip is best tackled over two days to avoid excessive fatigue. Aim to depart early in the morning to maximize daylight driving. With 3 recommended stops, plan to break up the drive into manageable segments, perhaps covering about 400 miles on day one. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch on I 10, as services can be spaced out. The $115 fuel cost is an estimate, so monitor gas prices along your route.
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 397.5 miles from Corrigan, TX, or about 7h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 457.8 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 175 miles or 3h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 397.5 miles or 7h 31m 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 397.5 miles or 7h 31m
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 12h 53m
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 Corrigan, 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 Corrigan, TX
Aim for roughly 398 miles and 6.9 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into El Paso, TX
Aim for roughly 398 miles and 6.9 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 175 miles from Corrigan, 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 I 10 for about 457.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 21.5 and 794.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
21.5 mi into trip|~23m in
Take the exit toward US 190: Livingston, Huntsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 190: Livingston, Huntsville
5
21.9 mi into trip|~24m in|US 190 / West Church Street
Merge onto US 190 / West Church Street
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
190 mi into trip|~3h 40m in|TX 95 / State Highway 95
Turn left onto TX 95 / State Highway 95
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
222.4 mi into trip|~4h 17m in|US 290; TX 71
Keep slight left at fork onto US 290; TX 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
794.2 mi into trip|~13h 50m 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
$108.89 one way
$217.78 round trip
$3.48/gal25.4 MPG avg278 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.89
$121.63
$243.26
premium
$4.23
$132.24
$264.48
diesel
$4.80
$150.11
$300.22
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$109
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$239–$349
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 278.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $83 in charging
· 2 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
238.5
2
$83.48
$38.16
Efficient EV
198.8
2
$69.56
$31.80
EV Truck/SUV
318
3
$111.30
$50.88
Gas CO2
278 kg
EV CO2
93 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 Jul 16, 2026
Origin
Corrigan, TX
Evening
in Corrigan on Saturday
Local time
8:20 PM
CDT
Current temp
92°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 5 mph19% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 3:04PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 3:03PM CDT until July 16 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Destination
El Paso, TX
Evening
in El Paso on Saturday
Local time
7:20 PM
MDT
Current temp
93°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
ESE 7 mph15% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 3:04PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 3:03PM CDT until July 16 at 6:00PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
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
1 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
13h 51m 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
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...
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park tells the story of our 36th president beginning with his ancestors until his final resting place on his beloved LBJ Ranch. This entire "circle of life" gives...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 274.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is largely on major roads, with 90% of the route on highways. You'll experience a long stretch of 457.8 miles on I 10, indicating extended periods of consistent highway cruising. The transition from highway to surface roads will occur as you move between segments of West US Highway 290 and West State Highway 21. Expect a steady pace with fewer complex intersections during the highway portions.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 457.8 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and West US Highway 290. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 21.5 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 795 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 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.9 miles (US 190 / West Church Street): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 190 miles (TX 95 / State Highway 95): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
4,586 ft235 ft
Total Climb
4,490 ft
Total Descent
1,011 ft
Highest Point
4,586 ft
~681.4 mi in
Elevation Range
4,350 ft
Notable High Points
4,586 ft at ~681.4 miles+685 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Corrigan, TX to El Paso, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Fredericksburg along the way.
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.
Top landmarks
•El Paso Museum of Art — art museum in El Paso, Texas
•Union Depot — historic place in El Paso, El Paso County, Texas
•Plaza Theatre — building in El Paso, El Paso County, Texas
The longest stretch is about 457.8 miles on I 10. 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 398 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 50 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 50 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.9 miles (US 190 / West Church Street): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 190 miles (TX 95 / State Highway 95): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Chamizal National Memorial and Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 13.9 hours each way, a round trip means 27.7 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.
