Trip from El Paso, TX to Alamo, TX

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

13h 12m

Distance

790.3 mi

1,272 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$119

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

13h 0m ★

6 AM

13h 12m

8 AM

13h 36m

10 AM

13h 20m

12 PM

13h 18m

3 PM

13h 22m

5 PM

13h 35m

8 PM

13h 5m

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

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El Paso, TX

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1836 major battle of the Texas Revolution

Alamo, TX

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Trip Overview

This long-distance drive from El Paso, TX, to Alamo, TX, covers 790.3 miles and will take approximately 13 hours and 12 minutes of driving time. With a recommended two-day split, this journey is best tackled with an overnight stop to avoid an excessively long day behind the wheel. The main roads you'll navigate are East Franklin Avenue, I-10 East, and McDermott Freeway. Your estimated fuel cost for this Texas-to-Texas trip is around $121. This route is primarily a straightforward drive across the Great Plains region of Texas, making it a practical option for those looking to cover significant ground 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

395.2 miles from El Paso, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6h 20m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 10	547.7 mi	8h 47m
Lucian Adams Freeway	66.8 mi	1h 8m
South Nueces Street	66.2 mi	1h 10m
Falfurrias Expressway	55.8 mi	58m
I 69C	27.9 mi	30m
US 281 South	15.2 mi	19m
I 2	2.3 mi	2m
McDermott Freeway	1.7 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 10 — 547.7 mi, about 8h 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on North Mesa Street

0.2 mi · 24 sec · North Mesa Street

Turn right onto East Franklin Avenue

0.2 mi · 26 sec · East Franklin Avenue

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 50 sec

Toward I 10 East

Merge onto I 10; US 180

167 mi · 2 hr 43 min · I 10; US 180

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10

363 mi · 5 hr 44 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87

17 mi · 19 min · I 10; US 87

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87

1.7 mi · 2 min · McDermott Freeway

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 569C Toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto North Pecos-La Trinidad

0.2 mi · 16 sec · North Pecos-La Trinidad

Keep slight right at fork onto North Pecos-La Trinidad

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Pecos-La Trinidad

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto Dolorosa Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Dolorosa Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Continue on West Market Street

0.4 mi · 42 sec · West Market Street

Continue on East Market Street

0.4 mi · 40 sec · East Market Street

Turn right onto Tower of the Americas Way

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Tower of the Americas Way

Use the right lane.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Toward I 37 South, US 281 South

Merge onto I 37; US 281

1.4 mi · 1 min · William J Bordelon Freeway

Continue on I 37; US 281

67 mi · 1 hr 8 min · Lucian Adams Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto US 281 South

15 mi · 19 min · US 281 South

Toward US 281 South Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto US 281

66 mi · 1 hr 10 min · South Nueces Street

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69C; US 281

9.5 mi · 10 min · I 69C; US 281

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69C; US 281

56 mi · 58 min · Falfurrias Expressway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 69C; US 281

18 mi · 20 min · I 69C; US 281

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 2 East; US 83 East

0.5 mi · 33 sec · I 2 East; US 83 East

Continue on I 2; US 83

2.3 mi · 2 min · I 2; US 83

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Exit 150A Toward FM 907: Alamo Road Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto East Expressway 83

0.4 mi · 48 sec · East Expressway 83

Turn right onto FM 907

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Alamo Road

Turn left onto US 83 Bus

48 ft · 0 sec · US 83 Bus

Arrive at destination

US 83 Bus

Trip Plan

Given the 13-hour, 12-minute duration, breaking this 790.3-mile trip into two days is highly recommended. Aim to depart early in the morning to maximize daylight driving and consider stopping around the halfway point to rest. With three planned stops, you can strategically refuel and stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you pass through less populated areas, and budget approximately $121 for gas. A practical tip for this drive is to ensure your vehicle is in good condition before you leave El Paso, as extended periods of driving on I-10 East can be demanding on your car.

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 395.2 miles from El Paso, TX, or about 6h 20m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 547.7 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 174 miles or 2h 51m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 395.2 miles or 6h 20m 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 395.2 miles or 6h 20m

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 6m

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

Before You Leave

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

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

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

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

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 El Paso, TX

Aim for roughly 395 miles and 6.6 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Alamo, TX

Aim for roughly 395 miles and 6.6 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 174 miles from El Paso, 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 547.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

First major stop

Coffee and fuel

Big Lake, TX

261 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.

Second major stop

Overnight candidate

San Antonio, TX

522 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 San Antonio, TX

Popular next leg

San Antonio, TX to Alamo, TX

238.5 mi · 4h 17m

Overnight Options

Night 1

Kerrville, TX

395 mi · about 6.6h in

A practical overnight split lands near Kerrville, TX after about 395 miles or 6.6 hours of driving.

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Pacing Suggestions

Fort Davis, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 174 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Kerrville, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 395.2 miles from El Paso, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 547.7 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 395 miles or 6.6 hours on the road.

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 167.6 and 789.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

167.6 mi into trip | ~2h 45m in | I 10

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

531 mi into trip | ~8h 29m in | I 10; US 87

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

550.1 mi into trip | ~8h 51m in

Take the exit toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 569C Toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown

550.8 mi into trip | ~8h 52m in | North Pecos-La Trinidad

Keep slight right at fork onto North Pecos-La Trinidad

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

789.2 mi into trip | ~13h 9m in

Take the exit toward FM 907: Alamo Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 150A Toward FM 907: Alamo Road

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$119.42 one way

$238.83 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 277 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.20	$130.71	$261.42
premium	$4.54	$141.10	$282.21
diesel	$5.61	$174.49	$348.98

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$119

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$249–$359

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 276.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $83 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	237.1	2	$82.98	$37.93
Efficient EV	197.6	2	$69.15	$31.61
EV Truck/SUV	316.1	3	$110.64	$50.58

Gas CO2

277 kg

EV CO2

92 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 14, 2026

Origin

El Paso, TX

Evening in El Paso on Saturday

Local time

7:09 PM

MDT

Current temp

80°F

Patchy Blowing Dust

SW 16 to 20 mph 7% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 2:35PM CDT by NWS Norman OK

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 14 at 1:54PM CDT until April 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

Destination

Alamo, TX

Evening in Alamo on Saturday

Local time

8:09 PM

CDT

Current temp

91°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

60°F

Big Lake, TX

261 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 later

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

Temperature spread

11 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 12m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This trip is characterized by its substantial highway share, though the provided data indicates 0% of the route is on highways, suggesting a focus on major interstates and freeways. You'll be spending most of your time on I-10 East, which offers a consistent and relatively fast pace for covering the 790.3 miles. While there's no specific longest uninterrupted stretch noted, the overall profile is that of a long-distance drive, meaning you'll encounter stretches that are primarily open road. Expect a consistent driving experience as you traverse the Great Plains, with the landscape remaining relatively uniform for much of the journey.

91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 547.7 mi on I 10.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Lucian Adams Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 167.6 miles in near I 10.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 790.3 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 167.6 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 531 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 550.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 El Paso, TX to Alamo, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.

Downtown

550.1 mi in | ~8h 51m

About the Cities

Starting 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).

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 547.7 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 395 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 Alamo, 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.

Not recommended in a single day. At 13.2 hours each way, a round trip means 26.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Alamo, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from El Paso, TX to Alamo, TX

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Overnight Options

Pacing Suggestions

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

El Paso, TX

Alamo, TX

1 hour later

11 degrees warmer at arrival

13h 12m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in El Paso, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

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Should I split this drive into multiple days?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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