This long-distance drive from El Paso, TX, to Rosharon, TX, covers 762.2 miles and will take approximately 12 hours and 49 minutes of driving time. Given the distance and duration, it's best planned as a two-day trip, rather than a single day's endeavor. You'll primarily be on I-10, with some time on Anderson Loop and 90th Infantry Division Highway. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $115. This route traverses the Great Plains region of Texas, offering a consistent landscape for much of the trip. With three planned stops, you can break up the journey effectively.
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
381.1 miles from El Paso, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 6h 7m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
675.3 mi
10h 54m
Anderson Loop
25.4 mi
29m
90th Infantry Division Highway
14.9 mi
15m
West Grand Parkway South
14.1 mi
16m
Farm to Market 521
11.2 mi
16m
TX 6
8.2 mi
12m
State Highway 6 South Frontage Road
5.3 mi
9m
East US Highway 90A
2.3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 675.3 mi, about 10h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between El Paso, TX and Rosharon, 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
140 mi·2 hr 20 min·I 10; TX 130
Toward I 10 East: Houston, Austin, WacoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi·44 sec
Exit 743BToward TX 99 Toll North, TX 99 South: Grand ParkwayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward TX 99 South: Grand ParkwayUse the slight right lane.
18
Merge onto TX 99
14 mi·16 min·West Grand Parkway South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit onto TX 99
0.6 mi·1 min·TX 99
Toward US 90 Alternate, FM 1464: Sandhill DriveUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn left onto US 90 Alt
2.3 mi·3 min·East US Highway 90A
Use the left / straight lanes.
21
Turn right onto State Highway 6 South Frontage Road
5.3 mi·9 min·State Highway 6 South Frontage Road
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
22
Continue on TX 6
3.5 mi·5 min·TX 6
Use the left lane.
23
Continue on TX 6
0.4 mi·38 sec·TX 6
Use the left lane.
24
Continue on TX 6
1.1 mi·1 min·TX 6
Use the right lane.
25
Continue on TX 6
1.8 mi·2 min·TX 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on TX 6
1.3 mi·2 min·TX 6
Use the left lane.
27
Continue on TX 6
110 ft·1 sec·TX 6
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Turn slight right
0.4 mi·1 min
Toward FM 521Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Turn right onto FM 521
11 mi·16 min·Farm to Market 521
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
30
Turn left onto CR 269
416 ft·20 sec·1st Avenue
31
Turn right onto CR 269C
35 ft·1 sec·1st Street
32
Arrive at destination
CR 269C
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 762.2-mile journey, consider an early morning departure from El Paso to maximize daylight hours. Since this drive is over 12 hours, splitting it into two days is highly recommended, aiming for roughly 6-7 hours of driving per day. Plan your three stops strategically for fuel, meals, and rest. Keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is crucial, especially during the longest stretch on I-10, as services can be spread out. Ensure your vehicle is in good condition before you leave, given the extensive mileage.
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 381.1 miles from El Paso, TX, or about 6h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 675.3 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 168 miles or 2h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 381.1 miles or 6h 7m 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 381.1 miles or 6h 7m
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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rosharon, 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 381 miles and 6.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Rosharon, TX
Aim for roughly 381 miles and 6.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 168 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 675.3 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 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 167.6 and 734.3 — 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.
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
8
719 mi into trip|~11h 46m in
Take the exit toward TX 99 Toll North, TX 99 South: Grand Parkway
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 743B
Toward TX 99 Toll North, TX 99 South: Grand Par...
7
719.4 mi into trip|~11h 46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward TX 99 South: Grand Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward TX 99 South: Grand Parkway
7
734.3 mi into trip|~12h 4m in|TX 99
Take the exit onto TX 99 toward US 90 Alternate, FM 1464: Sandhill Drive
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.
Toward US 90 Alternate, FM 1464: Sandhill Drive
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$115.17 one way
$230.34 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg267 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$126.06
$252.13
premium
$4.54
$136.09
$272.17
diesel
$5.61
$168.28
$336.57
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$115
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: 266.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $80 in charging
· 2 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
228.7
2
$80.03
$36.59
Efficient EV
190.6
2
$66.69
$30.49
EV Truck/SUV
304.9
3
$106.71
$48.78
Gas CO2
267 kg
EV CO2
89 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 15, 2026
Origin
El Paso, TX
Evening
in El Paso on Saturday
Local time
8:47 PM
MDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Rosharon, TX
Night
in Rosharon on Saturday
Local time
9:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Big Lake, TX
252 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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
12h 49m 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...
20 mi from route
~51 min detour
Free
near mile 552
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...
27 mi from route
~67 min detour
Free
near mile 499.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
The majority of this drive, 93%, is on highways, making it a fast-paced journey. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 675.3 miles on I-10, which can feel monotonous for some drivers. While much of the route utilizes major interstates, there are brief sections on local roads like Anderson Loop and 90th Infantry Division Highway, offering slight variations. Expect a consistent driving experience for the bulk of the trip, designed for efficient travel across Texas.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 675.3 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 22 significant decision points across 762.2 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 536.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 719 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.
Between El Paso, TX and Rosharon, 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.
The longest stretch is about 675.3 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 381 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 Rosharon, 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 536.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 719 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 12.8 hours each way, a round trip means 25.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Rosharon, TX before the return drive.
