Henrietta, TX to El Paso, TX is 570 miles and takes about 10 hours 26 minutes via US Highway 62 and US Highway 82 West, with a fuel budget near $83 and enough daylight to finish in a day if you start early. This is a long-haul drive that primarily stays within the state of Texas, moving from the Great Plains region towards its western expanse. You'll be on the road for a significant portion of the day, so be prepared for a full day of driving. This route is best suited for those who prefer to cover a lot of ground in a single push, rather than a leisurely exploration.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
285 miles from Henrietta, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 5h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US Highway 62
102.3 mi
1h 46m
US Highway 82 West
93.5 mi
1h 38m
US 82
49.1 mi
55m
Hobbs Highway
47.9 mi
53m
Seagraves Road
40.4 mi
42m
West Carlsbad Highway
39.6 mi
45m
National Parks Highway
33.5 mi
37m
US Highway 82
33.5 mi
35m
Longest stretch:
US Highway 62
— 102.3 mi, about 1h 46m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
7 AM
~6,366 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~452 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
14.1×
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 Henrietta, TX and El Paso, TX.
1
Start on East Wichita Street
5 ft·5 sec·East Wichita Street
2
Turn left onto FM 1197
0.2 mi·22 sec·North Bridge Street
3
Turn right onto US 82
18 mi·19 min·West Omega Street
4
Take the exit onto US 82
49 mi·54 min·US 82
Toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abilene
5
Take the exit onto US 82
0.4 mi·52 sec·US 82
Toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
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Turn right onto US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
1.5 mi·1 min·US Highway 82
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Continue on US 82; US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business
0.6 mi·45 sec·North Main Street
8
Turn right onto US 82; TX 114
1.6 mi·1 min·East California Street
9
Continue on US 82; TX 114
93 mi·1 hr 38 min·US Highway 82 West
10
Continue on US 82; TX 114
24 mi·25 min·West Highway 82
11
Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.0 mi·1 min·East Main Street
12
Continue on US 82; TX 114
7.3 mi·7 min·US Highway 82
13
Continue on US 82; TX 114
1.0 mi·1 min·4th Street
14
Continue on US 82; TX 114
25 mi·26 min·US Highway 82
15
Turn straight onto US 82
2.5 mi·3 min·Parkway Drive
16
Continue on US 82
26 mi·29 min·Marsha Sharp Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on US 62; US 82
15 mi·16 min·US 62; US 82
18
Continue on US 62; US 385
40 mi·42 min·Seagraves Road
19
Turn right onto US 62; US 180
0.3 mi·18 sec·West Avenue A
20
Continue on US 62; US 180
28 mi·31 min·Hobbs Highway
21
Continue on US 62; US 180
1.3 mi·1 min·North Marland Boulevard
22
Continue on US 62; US 180
0.6 mi·44 sec·East Marland Street
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Continue on US 62; US 180
2.5 mi·2 min·West Marland Boulevard
24
Continue on US 62; US 180
40 mi·45 min·West Carlsbad Highway
25
Continue on US 62; US 180
20 mi·21 min·Hobbs Highway
26
Continue on US 62; US 180
6.5 mi·8 min·East Greene Street
27
Turn left onto US 62; US 180; US 285
2.0 mi·2 min·South Canal Street
28
Turn slight right onto US 62; US 180
34 mi·37 min·National Parks Highway
29
Continue on US 62; US 180
102 mi·1 hr 46 min·US Highway 62
30
Continue on US 62; US 180
21 mi·27 min·Montana Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
31
Turn slight left onto US 62; US 180
0.5 mi·40 sec·East Paisano Drive
32
Turn right onto US 180
163 ft·3 sec·Gateway Boulevard West
33
Take the ramp onto US 180
0.2 mi·25 sec·US 180
Toward I 10 West
34
Merge onto I 10
3.6 mi·4 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 19BToward Missouri Avenue, DowntownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi·49 sec·East Missouri Avenue
37
Turn left onto TX 20
0.3 mi·27 sec·North Mesa Street
38
Arrive at destination
North Mesa Street
Trip Plan
Given the 10-hour duration, it's recommended to split this drive over two days to avoid fatigue. Aim to leave Henrietta early in the morning on your first day, giving you ample time to cover about half the distance. Plan your overnight stop roughly halfway, around the 250-300 mile mark. Be aware that the longest stretch on US Highway 62 is over 100 miles, so ensure you have sufficient fuel before embarking on that segment, as services might be spaced out. Check your fuel levels regularly, especially as you enter the more rural western parts of Texas.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 285 miles from Henrietta, TX, or about 5h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.3 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 125 miles or 2h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 285 miles or 5h 11m 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 285 miles or 5h 11m
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 9h 17m
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 Henrietta, 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 Henrietta, TX
Aim for roughly 285 miles and 5.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into El Paso, TX
Aim for roughly 285 miles and 5.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 125 miles from Henrietta, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 62 for about 102.3 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 569.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|FM 1197 / North Bridge Street
Turn left onto FM 1197 / North Bridge Street
Navigation decision point
5
18.2 mi into trip|~20m in|US 82
Take the exit onto US 82 toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abilene
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82 West, US 277 South: Lubbock, Abile...
5
67 mi into trip|~1h 15m in|US 82
Take the exit onto US 82 toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 82, US 183 Business: Seymour, Lubbock
5
565.6 mi into trip|~10h 20m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
569.2 mi into trip|~10h 25m 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
$78.07 one way
$156.14 round trip
$3.48/gal25.4 MPG avg199 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.89
$87.21
$174.41
premium
$4.23
$94.81
$189.63
diesel
$4.80
$107.63
$215.25
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$78
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$208–$318
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 199.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $60 in charging
· 2 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
171
2
$59.85
$27.36
Efficient EV
142.5
1
$49.88
$22.80
EV Truck/SUV
228
2
$79.80
$36.48
Gas CO2
199 kg
EV CO2
67 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 Jul 16, 2026
Origin
Henrietta, TX
Late night
in Henrietta on Monday
Local time
3:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 12 mph39% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 4:21PM CDT until July 16 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 4:19PM CDT until July 16 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
El Paso, TX
Late night
in El Paso on Monday
Local time
2:09 AM
MDT
Current temp
93°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
ESE 7 mph15% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 4:21PM CDT until July 16 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 4:19PM CDT until July 16 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
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
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
10h 26m 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...
Come experience mountains and canyons, desert and dunes, night skies and spectacular vistas within a place unlike any other. Guadalupe Mountains National Park protects the world's most extensive Permi...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
$10
near mile 471.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route involves 61% highway driving, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on major roadways. The longest continuous stretch without a significant change in road type is 102.3 miles, which occurs on US Highway 62. Expect a mix of cruising on interstates and then transitioning to US highways, which can involve more local traffic and potentially lower speed limits as you approach towns. You'll notice the landscape changing as you travel west, moving from the flatter terrain of the Great Plains towards a more arid environment.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
38 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 102.3 mi on US Highway 62.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
At 10h 26m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near FM 1197 / North Bridge Street.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 570 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (FM 1197 / North Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.2 miles (US 82): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67 miles (US 82): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
5,388 ft913 ft
Total Climb
5,591 ft
Total Descent
2,790 ft
Highest Point
5,388 ft
~529.3 mi in
Elevation Range
4,475 ft
Notable High Points
4,450 ft at ~447.9 miles+631 ft prominence
5,388 ft at ~529.3 miles+1,569 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 Henrietta, TX to El Paso, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Lubbock 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
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
10h 26m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 102.3 miles on US Highway 62. 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 285 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (FM 1197 / North Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.2 miles (US 82): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67 miles (US 82): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Chamizal National Memorial and Guadalupe Mountains National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 10.4 hours each way, a round trip means 20.9 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.
