This 753.6-mile journey from El Paso, TX, to Aldine, TX, will take approximately 12 hours and 28 minutes of driving time. Primarily utilizing East Franklin Avenue and I-10 East, this long-distance drive is best split over two days, especially considering the fuel cost estimated at $115. With three recommended stops, you'll have opportunities to break up the extensive mileage. The route traverses the Great Plains region for both its origin and destination within Texas, offering a consistent landscape for a significant portion of your trip. Plan accordingly to make this substantial drive manageable and enjoyable.
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
376.8 miles from El Paso, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 6h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
688.1 mi
11h 9m
Anderson Loop
25.4 mi
29m
90th Infantry Division Highway
14.9 mi
15m
West Sam Houston Tollway North
14.5 mi
16m
North Sam Houston Tollway West
2.6 mi
3m
North Sam Houston Parkway West
2.4 mi
2m
Interstate 10 East
0.9 mi
2m
North Sam Houston Parkway East
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 688.1 mi, about 11h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between El Paso, TX and Aldine, TX.
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Start on North Mesa Street
0.2 mi·24 sec·North Mesa Street
2
Turn right onto East Franklin Avenue
0.2 mi·26 sec·East Franklin Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·50 sec
Toward I 10 East
4
Merge onto I 10; US 180
167 mi·2 hr 43 min·I 10; US 180
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
363 mi·5 hr 44 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
5.4 mi·5 min·I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 556BToward Frontage RoadUse the slight right lane.
8
Turn straight onto Interstate 10 West
0.5 mi·54 sec·Interstate 10 West
9
Turn left onto North Loop 1604 West
0.4 mi·43 sec·North Loop 1604 West
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·13 sec
Toward Loop 1604 East
11
Merge onto Loop 1604
25 mi·29 min·Anderson Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto Interstate 10 East
0.9 mi·2 min·Interstate 10 East
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
14
Merge onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
15 mi·15 min·90th Infantry Division Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 10; TX 130
152 mi·2 hr 36 min·I 10; TX 130
Toward I 10 East: Houston, Austin, WacoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Exit 756Toward Sam Houston TollwayUse the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward SHT NorthUse the slight left lane.
18
Merge onto SHT
4.4 mi·5 min·West Sam Houston Tollway North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit onto SHT
0.4 mi·27 sec·West Sam Houston Tollway North
Use the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto SHT
9.8 mi·11 min·West Sam Houston Tollway North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto SHT
2.6 mi·3 min·North Sam Houston Tollway West
Use the slight right lane.
22
Continue on BW 8
2.4 mi·2 min·North Sam Houston Parkway West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward HTR SouthUse the slight right lane.
24
Turn straight onto North Sam Houston Parkway East
0.1 mi·11 sec·North Sam Houston Parkway East
25
Continue on North Sam Houston Parkway East
0.4 mi·46 sec·North Sam Houston Parkway East
26
Turn right onto West Hardy Road
0.4 mi·53 sec·West Hardy Road
Use the right lane.
27
Turn left onto FM 525
140 ft·2 sec·Aldine Bender Road
Use the left lane.
28
Arrive at destination
FM 525
Trip Plan
Given the 753.6-mile distance and 12-hour 28-minute estimated drive time, splitting this trip over two days is highly recommended. Aim to leave early in the morning to maximize daylight hours and reach your overnight stop at a reasonable time. With an estimated fuel cost of $115, factor this into your budget and plan your fuel stops strategically, especially before entering longer stretches with fewer services. Taking advantage of the three suggested stops will help you manage fatigue and break up the driving. Pay attention to your fuel gauge as you travel on I-10 East, ensuring you refuel before the tank gets too low to avoid any unexpected delays.
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 376.8 miles from El Paso, TX, or about 6h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 688.1 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 166 miles or 2h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 376.8 miles or 6h 3m 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 376.8 miles or 6h 3m
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 11h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Aldine, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving El Paso, 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 El Paso, TX
Aim for roughly 377 miles and 6.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Aldine, TX
Aim for roughly 377 miles and 6.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 166 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 688.1 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 167.6 and 732.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
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.
6
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.
7
536.4 mi into trip|~8h 35m in
Take the exit toward Frontage Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 556B
Toward Frontage Road
7
731.8 mi into trip|~12h 1m in
Take the exit toward Sam Houston Tollway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 756
Toward Sam Houston Tollway
7
732.2 mi into trip|~12h 2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SHT North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward SHT North
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$113.87 one way
$227.74 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg264 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$124.64
$249.28
premium
$4.54
$134.55
$269.10
diesel
$5.61
$166.39
$332.77
Estimated Tolls: $1.37
Sam Houston Tollway
(17.1 mi)$1.37
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$114
Tolls
$1
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$245–$355
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 263.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $79 in charging
· 2 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
226.1
2
$79.13
$36.17
Efficient EV
188.4
2
$65.94
$30.14
EV Truck/SUV
301.4
3
$105.50
$48.23
Gas CO2
264 kg
EV CO2
88 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
Late night
in El Paso on Tuesday
Local time
3:13 AM
MDT
Current temp
80°F
Patchy Blowing Dust
SW 16 to 20 mph7% chanceLive 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
Aldine, TX
Late night
in Aldine on Tuesday
Local time
4:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 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
12h 28m 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...
Welcome to San Antonio Missions, a National Park Service site and the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas. Each mission in the park is a center of community and has been since the early 1700s. Th...
21 mi from route
~52 min detour
Free
near mile 545.7
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...
29 mi from route
~73 min detour
Free
near mile 493.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a long-distance drive characterized by a significant highway share, though the provided data doesn't specify the exact percentage. You'll be navigating primarily via I-10 East, which generally offers a consistent driving experience. While there's no specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the 12-hour duration suggests you'll encounter extended periods on the interstate. The route's personality is one of steady progress across Texas, focusing on reaching your destination efficiently rather than winding through scenic byways. Be prepared for a straightforward, high-mileage experience.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 688.1 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Anderson Loop. 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 Effort10/10
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 753.6 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 536.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between El Paso, TX and Aldine, TX, road signs point toward Loop 1604 East, Austin and Waco.
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 688.1 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 377 miles on day one.
Expect about $1.37 in tolls one way, starting with Sam Houston Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Aldine, 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 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 536.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Chamizal National Memorial, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park 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 12.5 hours each way, a round trip means 25.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Aldine, TX before the return drive.
