Munday, TX to El Paso, TX is 514.5 miles and takes about 8h 46m via I 20 and I 10, with a fuel budget near $78 and enough daylight to finish in a day if you start early. This long-distance drive traverses the Great Plains of Texas, offering a straightforward path across the state. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently. Consider this route if your priority is covering ground with minimal detours and you're comfortable with extended driving periods.
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
257.3 miles from Munday, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 34m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
166.7 mi
2h 43m
I 20
132.2 mi
2h 8m
TX 70
115.7 mi
1h 57m
US 277
50.8 mi
57m
US Highway 180 West
27.6 mi
34m
State Highway 70 South
16.8 mi
18m
Bluebonnet Drive
1.2 mi
1m
North Birch Avenue
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 166.7 mi, about 2h 43m
Traffic on I-20
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 48 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~1,316 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,588
Quietest
2 AM
~219 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
6×
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 Munday, TX and El Paso, TX.
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Start on US 277 Business
0.8 mi·1 min·North Birch Avenue
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Turn right onto US 277
51 mi·57 min·US 277
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Turn slight right onto US 83; US 277
0.3 mi·22 sec·Commercial Avenue
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Turn right onto US 180
0.6 mi·56 sec·17th Street
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Continue on US 180
28 mi·34 min·US Highway 180 West
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Continue on US 180
0.4 mi·56 sec·East South 1st Street
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Turn left onto TX 70
0.3 mi·35 sec·South Concho Street
8
Continue on TX 70
17 mi·18 min·State Highway 70 South
9
Turn left onto TX 70
1.2 mi·1 min·Bluebonnet Drive
10
At end of road, turn left onto I 20 Bus; TX 70
0.2 mi·19 sec·East Broadway Street
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Keep slight right at fork onto TX 70
0.1 mi·13 sec·TX 70
Toward I 20 West: Midland
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Keep slight left at fork onto TX 70
116 mi·1 hr 56 min·TX 70
Toward I 20 West: Midland
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Continue on I 20; TX 349
132 mi·2 hr 8 min·I 20; TX 349
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Merge onto I 10
167 mi·2 hr 43 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
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 8h 46m estimated duration, this trip is manageable in a single day, but splitting it over two days is highly recommended for a more relaxed pace. If you opt for a single day, an early morning departure is key to maximizing daylight. For an overnight stop, consider breaking the drive roughly in half, perhaps around the Abilene area if you choose to drive west on I 20 first. Pay attention to fuel stops, as the longest stretch without services could be significant; ensure you fill up before embarking on the 166.7-mile segment on I 10.
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 257.3 miles from Munday, TX, or about 4h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 166.7 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 113 miles or 2h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 257.3 miles or 4h 34m 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 257.3 miles or 4h 34m
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 7h 46m
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 Munday, 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 Munday, TX
Aim for roughly 257 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into El Paso, TX
Aim for roughly 257 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 113 miles from Munday, 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 I 10 for about 166.7 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 51.9 and 513.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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51.9 mi into trip|~59m in|US 180 / 17th Street
Turn right onto US 180 / 17th Street
Navigation decision point
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99.2 mi into trip|~1h 56m in|TX 70
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 70 toward I 20 West: Midland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 20 West: Midland
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99.3 mi into trip|~1h 56m in|TX 70
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 70 toward I 20 West: Midland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 20 West: Midland
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347.1 mi into trip|~6h 1m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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513.7 mi into trip|~8h 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$70.47 one way
$140.94 round trip
$3.48/gal25.4 MPG avg180 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$3.89
$78.71
$157.43
premium
$4.23
$85.58
$171.16
diesel
$4.80
$97.15
$194.29
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$70
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$200–$310
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 180 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $54 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
154.4
1
$54.02
$24.70
Efficient EV
128.6
1
$45.02
$20.58
EV Truck/SUV
205.8
2
$72.03
$32.93
Gas CO2
180 kg
EV CO2
60 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 Jul 16, 2026
Origin
Munday, TX
Evening
in Munday on Monday
Local time
6:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 15 mph29% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 16 at 5:05PM CDT until July 16 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Destination
El Paso, TX
Evening
in El Paso on Monday
Local time
5:48 PM
MDT
Current temp
93°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
E 7 mph15% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 16 at 5:05PM CDT until July 16 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
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
8 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
8h 46m 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 514.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly interstate experience, with 99% of this route on major highways like I 20 and I 10. This means fast-paced travel with limited opportunities for spontaneous stops along the way. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 166.7 miles on I 10, so plan your breaks accordingly. While the landscape is largely consistent with the Great Plains, the sheer length of the drive means you'll be settling into a rhythm of open highway for several hours.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 166.7 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and I 20. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 51.9 miles in near US 180 / 17th Street.
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 8h 46m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 10 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 51.9 miles (US 180 / 17th Street): Navigation decision point; at 99.2 miles (TX 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 99.3 miles (TX 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 166.7 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 257 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 50 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 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. There are 50 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 51.9 miles (US 180 / 17th Street): Navigation decision point; at 99.2 miles (TX 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 99.3 miles (TX 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Chamizal National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.8 hours each way, a round trip means 17.5 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.
