Ingram, TX to El Paso, TX is 482.9 miles and takes about 7h 46m via I 10, with a fuel budget near $73 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This single-day trip focuses on I 10, taking you across the vast expanse of Texas. Expect a highway-focused drive with minimal diversions, ideal for covering ground efficiently. You'll travel primarily through the Great Plains region, so be prepared for expansive, open landscapes. This route is straightforward and practical for those looking to reach their destination without a complex itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
241.5 miles from Ingram, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 55m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
468.2 mi
7h 26m
Junction Highway
13.7 mi
18m
East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
North Mesa Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 468.2 mi, about 7h 26m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 60 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,307 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,688
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 104 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 Ingram, TX and El Paso, TX.
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Start on TX 27
13 mi·17 min·Junction Highway
2
Continue on TX 27
0.5 mi·53 sec·Junction Highway
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward I 10 West: Fort Stockton
4
Merge onto I 10
468 mi·7 hr 26 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 19BToward Missouri Avenue, DowntownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi·49 sec·East Missouri Avenue
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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
Given the 7-hour 46-minute duration, starting your drive from Ingram, TX early in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight. With only 2 recommended stops, plan these strategically for fuel and a break, perhaps around the halfway mark. The longest stretch on I 10 means you can settle in, but be mindful of fuel availability in more remote sections. Keep your fuel tank topped up, especially as you approach El Paso, to avoid any last-minute worries. This is a manageable one-day drive, so you have the flexibility to adjust your stop timing based on your comfort level.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 241.5 miles from Ingram, TX, or about 3h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 468.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 106 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 241.5 miles or 3h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 48m
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 Ingram, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ingram, TX
This is one driving day of about 482.9 miles and 7h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 106 miles from Ingram, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 468.2 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
4 of 4
4 decision points cluster between mile 13.7 and 482.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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13.7 mi into trip|~18m in
Take the ramp toward I 10 West: Fort Stockton
Navigation decision point
Toward I 10 West: Fort Stockton
5
14 mi into trip|~18m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
482.2 mi into trip|~7h 44m 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
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482.7 mi into trip|~7h 46m in|TX 20 / North Mesa Street
Turn left onto TX 20 / North Mesa Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$73.94 one way
$147.87 round trip
$3.89/gal25.4 MPG avg169 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.29
$81.60
$163.20
premium
$4.64
$88.18
$176.35
diesel
$6.18
$117.47
$234.95
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$74
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$99–$124
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 169 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $51 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
144.9
1
$50.70
$23.18
Efficient EV
120.7
1
$42.25
$19.32
EV Truck/SUV
193.2
2
$67.61
$30.91
Gas CO2
169 kg
EV CO2
56 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Oct 18, 2026
Origin
Ingram, TX
Late night
in Ingram on Monday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Partly Cloudy
0 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 18 at 2:18AM CDT until October 20 at 7:32PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:12AM CDT until October 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Brownsville TX
Destination
El Paso, TX
Late night
in El Paso on Monday
Local time
2:00 AM
MDT
Current temp
50°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
E 6 mph17% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 18 at 2:18AM CDT until October 20 at 7:32PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:12AM CDT until October 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Brownsville 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.
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
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
7h 46m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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 482.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 97% of the journey on major roads like I 10. You'll experience long stretches of consistent driving, including one continuous segment of 468.2 miles on I 10. The primary roads include Junction Highway and East Missouri Avenue as you enter and exit your starting and ending points. Expect a profile that is largely unimpeded, allowing for steady progress across the state. This is a route built for covering distance, prioritizing speed and directness over varied terrain or winding paths.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 468.2 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Junction Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 13.7 miles in.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 46m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 4 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 14 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 482.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 468.2 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. 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: at 13.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 14 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 482.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Chamizal National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.8 hours each way, a round trip means 15.6 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.
