Spanning 834.2 miles across the state of Texas, this journey from Groves to El Paso requires approximately 14 hours and 3 minutes of pure drive time. Because of the significant distance, you should plan for a two-day trip to avoid fatigue. You will primarily navigate via I-10, supplemented by stretches of TX-73 and the Anderson Loop. Expect to budget around $127 for fuel to complete the trek. Since both cities are located within the Great Plains region, the landscape remains consistent, offering a straightforward but lengthy transit across the state. This is a serious long-distance commitment that demands careful preparation rather than a casual day trip.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
4 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
417.1 miles from Groves, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 7h 22m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
772.4 mi
12h 48m
TX 73
30.7 mi
33m
Anderson Loop
20.4 mi
22m
Farm-to-Market Road 1518
5.4 mi
9m
Gordon A Blake Highway
2 mi
3m
39th Street
0.6 mi
1m
East Parkway Street
0.4 mi
<1m
East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 772.4 mi, about 12h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Groves, TX and El Paso, TX.
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Start on 39th Street
0.6 mi·1 min·39th Street
2
Turn slight right onto East Parkway Street
0.4 mi·44 sec·East Parkway Street
3
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·15 sec
Toward TX 73 West
4
Merge onto TX 73
4.7 mi·5 min·TX 73
5
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 73
23 mi·24 min·TX 73
Toward TX 73 West: Winnie, HoustonUse the left lane.
6
Turn straight onto TX 73
3.3 mi·3 min·TX 73
7
Merge onto I 10
234 mi·4 hr 11 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
1.9 mi·1 min·I 10; US 90; TX 130
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi·14 sec
Exit 591Toward TX 1518: SchertzUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto Interstate 10 East
0.1 mi·21 sec·Interstate 10 East
11
Turn right onto FM 1518
5.4 mi·9 min·Farm-to-Market Road 1518
12
At end of road, turn left onto FM 78
2.0 mi·3 min·Gordon A Blake Highway
13
Turn left
0.2 mi·21 sec
14
Take the ramp
265 ft·6 sec
Toward Loop 1604 North
15
Merge onto Loop 1604
20 mi·22 min·Anderson Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward Frontage RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn straight onto North Loop 1604 West
0.2 mi·25 sec·North Loop 1604 West
18
Turn right onto Interstate 10 West
0.3 mi·24 sec·Interstate 10 West
19
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·19 sec
Toward I 10 West, US 87 North
20
Merge onto I 10; US 87
1.1 mi·1 min·I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
535 mi·8 hr 33 min·I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 19BToward Missouri Avenue, DowntownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi·49 sec·East Missouri Avenue
24
Turn left onto TX 20
0.3 mi·27 sec·North Mesa Street
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Arrive at destination
North Mesa Street
Trip Plan
To manage the 14-hour duration effectively, I recommend splitting the drive into two days to keep your alertness high. Since you have four planned stops, use these intervals strategically to refuel and stretch your legs, especially considering the $127 fuel requirement. Departing early in the morning is your best bet to beat traffic and maximize daylight hours on the open road. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the long 772.4-mile stretch on I-10, as service stations can be spaced far apart. Consistency is key here; pacing yourself over the two-day recommendation will make the transition from the Gulf Coast to the high desert much more manageable.
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 4 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 417.1 miles from Groves, TX, or about 7h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 772.4 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 184 miles or 3h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 417.1 miles or 7h 22m 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 417.1 miles or 7h 22m
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 13h 5m
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 Groves, 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 Groves, TX
Aim for roughly 417 miles and 7 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into El Paso, TX
Aim for roughly 417 miles and 7 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 184 miles from Groves, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 4 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 772.4 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.9 and 833.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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5.9 mi into trip|~7m in|TX 73
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 73 toward TX 73 West: Winnie, Houston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward TX 73 West: Winnie, Houston
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267.9 mi into trip|~4h 49m in
Take the exit toward TX 1518: Schertz
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 591
Toward TX 1518: Schertz
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296.2 mi into trip|~5h 25m in
Take the exit toward Frontage Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Frontage Road
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298.2 mi into trip|~5h 28m 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 left lanes.
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833.5 mi into trip|~14h 1m 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
$126.05 one way
$252.10 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg292 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$137.97
$275.94
premium
$4.54
$148.94
$297.88
diesel
$5.61
$184.18
$368.36
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$126
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$256–$366
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 291.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $88 in charging
· 3 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
250.3
3
$87.59
$40.04
Efficient EV
208.6
2
$72.99
$33.37
EV Truck/SUV
333.7
4
$116.79
$53.39
Gas CO2
292 kg
EV CO2
98 kg (66% less)
Plan for 3 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
Groves, TX
Evening
in Groves on Saturday
Local time
8:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
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 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
60°F
Big Lake, TX
551 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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
15 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
14h 3m 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...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Free
near mile 834.2
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 287.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a significant interstate grind, as 96% of this route consists of high-speed highway travel. You will spend the vast majority of your time—a staggering 772.4 miles—on I-10, making this an exercise in steady, long-distance cruising. While the road is efficient and built for speed, the sheer length of the uninterrupted stretches requires focus and endurance. The route maintains a high-intensity pace, moving you quickly across the vast Texas landscape. Expect a consistent driving experience that favors efficiency over technical maneuvering or frequent turns.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 772.4 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and TX 73. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.9 miles in near TX 73.
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 18 significant decision points across 834.2 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 5.9 miles (TX 73): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 267.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 296.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
4,007 ft10 ft
Total Climb
4,147 ft
Total Descent
443 ft
Highest Point
4,007 ft
~695.2 mi in
Elevation Range
3,997 ft
Notable High Points
4,007 ft at ~695.2 miles+237 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 Groves, TX to El Paso, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 1604 North 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.
The longest stretch is about 772.4 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 417 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 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 4 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.9 miles (TX 73): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 267.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 296.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Chamizal National Memorial and San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 14.1 hours each way, a round trip means 28.1 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.
