El Paso, TX to West Sharyland, TX is 792.3 miles and takes about 13 hours 20 minutes via I 10 and Lucian Adams Freeway, with a fuel budget near $115 and not enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a 2-day trip across the vast expanse of Texas, starting in the Great Plains and ending in the same region. Expect a long-haul drive that covers a significant portion of the state. With 3 planned stops, you'll have opportunities to break up the extensive mileage. This route is best suited for those who want to cover ground efficiently in Texas.
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
396.1 miles from El Paso, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 6h 21m into the drive
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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
16.7 mi
18m
US 281 South
15.2 mi
19m
West University Drive
9.1 mi
13m
US 281 Business
3 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 547.7 mi, about 8h 47m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 34 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,307 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,681
Quietest
2 AM
~154 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.5×
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 El Paso, TX and West Sharyland, 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
17 mi·19 min·I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
1.7 mi·2 min·McDermott Freeway
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 569CToward Santa Rosa Street, DowntownUse the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
0.2 mi·16 sec·North Pecos-La Trinidad
10
Keep slight right at fork onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
0.6 mi·1 min·North Pecos-La Trinidad
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Dolorosa Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Continue on West Market Street
0.4 mi·42 sec·West Market Street
13
Continue on East Market Street
0.4 mi·40 sec·East Market Street
14
Turn right onto Tower of the Americas Way
0.2 mi·21 sec·Tower of the Americas Way
Use the right lane.
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 37 South, US 281 South
16
Merge onto I 37; US 281
1.4 mi·1 min·William J Bordelon Freeway
17
Continue on I 37; US 281
67 mi·1 hr 8 min·Lucian Adams Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit onto US 281 South
15 mi·19 min·US 281 South
Toward US 281 SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto US 281
66 mi·1 hr 10 min·South Nueces Street
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69C; US 281
9.5 mi·10 min·I 69C; US 281
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69C; US 281
56 mi·58 min·Falfurrias Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69C; US 281
7.2 mi·7 min·I 69C; US 281
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi·23 sec
Exit 10Toward US 281 Business South: EdinburgUse the slight right lane.
24
Continue on North Expressway 281
0.4 mi·38 sec·North Expressway 281
25
Continue on US 281 Business
3.0 mi·4 min·US 281 Business
26
Turn right onto US 281 Business; TX 107
377 ft·13 sec·West McIntyre Street
27
Turn left onto US 281 Business; TX 107
360 ft·10 sec·North 10th Avenue
Use the left / right lanes.
28
Turn right onto TX 107
9.1 mi·13 min·West University Drive
29
Turn left onto TX 107
3.0 mi·4 min·Conway Street
30
Turn right onto 4N
0.9 mi·2 min·4 Mile Line
31
Turn left onto Cerda Boulevard
0.1 mi·34 sec·Cerda Boulevard
32
Turn left onto Montana Street
424 ft·18 sec·Montana Street
33
Arrive at destination
Montana Street
Trip Plan
Given the 13-hour 20-minute duration, plan for this to be a 2-day trip. It's best to depart early in the morning on your first day to maximize daylight hours. Aim to cover roughly half the distance on day one, making your third stop around the halfway point. The longest stretch of 547.7 miles on I 10 means you'll have extended periods of highway driving, so ensure you're comfortable with this. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the long highway segments, as services can be spaced out.
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 396.1 miles from El Paso, TX, or about 6h 21m 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 396.1 miles or 6h 21m 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 396.1 miles or 6h 21m
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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Sharyland, 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 396 miles and 6.7 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into West Sharyland, TX
Aim for roughly 396 miles and 6.7 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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 167.6 and 779 — 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.
8
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
7
775.2 mi into trip|~12h 53m in
Take the exit toward US 281 Business South: Edinburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 10
Toward US 281 Business South: Edinburg
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779 mi into trip|~12h 59m in|US 281 Business; TX 107 / North 10th Avenue
Turn left onto US 281 Business; TX 107 / North 10th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$120.28 one way
$240.56 round trip
$3.86/gal25.4 MPG avg277 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.25
$132.57
$265.14
premium
$4.58
$142.86
$285.73
diesel
$5.35
$166.88
$333.76
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$120
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$250–$360
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 277.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $83 in charging
· 2 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
237.7
2
$83.19
$38.03
Efficient EV
198.1
2
$69.33
$31.69
EV Truck/SUV
316.9
3
$110.92
$50.71
Gas CO2
277 kg
EV CO2
93 kg (66% 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 Jun 1, 2026
Origin
El Paso, TX
Afternoon
in El Paso on Wednesday
Local time
12:59 PM
MDT
Current temp
70°F
Mostly Clear
ESE 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
West Sharyland, TX
Afternoon
in West Sharyland on Wednesday
Local time
1:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Mostly Cloudy
SE 5 mph3% chanceLive 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
7 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 20m 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...
12 mi from route
~30 min detour
Free
near mile 573.7
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...
30 mi from route
~75 min detour
Free
near mile 491.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily on highways, with an 89% highway share. You'll experience a longest stretch of 547.7 miles on I 10 before transitioning to surface roads like Lucian Adams Freeway and South Nueces Street. Expect long stretches of rural cruising with fewer services as you traverse Texas. The transition from high-speed interstate to more local roads will be noticeable as you approach your destination.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 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 Effort9/10
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 24 significant decision points across 792.3 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.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
4,610 ft122 ft
Total Climb
1,083 ft
Total Descent
4,625 ft
Highest Point
4,610 ft
~113.2 mi in
Elevation Range
4,489 ft
Notable High Points
4,610 ft at ~113.2 miles+686 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 El Paso, TX to West Sharyland, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown 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 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 396 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 71 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 West Sharyland, 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 71 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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.
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 13.3 hours each way, a round trip means 26.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at West Sharyland, TX before the return drive.
