Culberson County (near Pine Springs) Rest Area
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Trip from Paducah, TX to El Paso, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
8h 39m
Distance
455.7 mi
733 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$62
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
8h 32m
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6 AM
8h 40m
8 AM
8h 56m
10 AM
8h 45m
12 PM
8h 44m
3 PM
8h 46m
5 PM
8h 55m
8 PM
8h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Paducah, TX
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El Paso, TX
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Trip Overview
Paducah, TX to El Paso, TX is 455.7 miles and takes about 8h 39m via US Highway 62, with a fuel budget near $69 and enough daylight to finish in a day, but we recommend two days. This drive takes you across Texas, starting in the Great Plains and ending in the same region, with the majority of the journey on US Highway 62. While it's technically doable in one go, splitting it over two days will make for a more relaxed trip, allowing you to appreciate the changing Texas landscape without feeling rushed. Consider this route if you're looking for a straightforward drive across the state with minimal complexity.
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
227.9 miles from Paducah, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 27m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 62 | 102.3 mi | 1h 46m |
| Easley Street | 62.2 mi | 1h 18m |
| Hobbs Highway | 47.9 mi | 53m |
| Seagraves Road | 40.4 mi | 42m |
| West Carlsbad Highway | 39.6 mi | 45m |
| US 62 | 39.4 mi | 43m |
| National Parks Highway | 33.5 mi | 37m |
| Marsha Sharp Freeway | 26.3 mi | 29m |
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
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
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 Paducah, TX and El Paso, TX.
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Start on US 83
82 ft
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8 sec
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9th Street
2
Turn left onto US 62; US 70
62 mi
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1 hr 18 min
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Easley Street
3
Turn left onto US 62; TX 207
22 mi
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29 min
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South Ralls Highway
4
Turn right onto US 62; US 82; TX 114
24 mi
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26 min
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US 62; US 82; TX 114
5
Turn straight onto US 82
2.5 mi
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3 min
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Parkway Drive
6
Continue on US 82
26 mi
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29 min
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Marsha Sharp Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 62; US 82
15 mi
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16 min
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US 62; US 82
8
Continue on US 62; US 385
40 mi
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42 min
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Seagraves Road
9
Turn right onto US 62; US 180
0.3 mi
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18 sec
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West Avenue A
10
Continue on US 62; US 180
28 mi
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31 min
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Hobbs Highway
11
Continue on US 62; US 180
1.3 mi
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1 min
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North Marland Boulevard
12
Continue on US 62; US 180
0.6 mi
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44 sec
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East Marland Street
13
Continue on US 62; US 180
2.5 mi
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2 min
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West Marland Boulevard
14
Continue on US 62; US 180
40 mi
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45 min
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West Carlsbad Highway
15
Continue on US 62; US 180
20 mi
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21 min
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Hobbs Highway
16
Continue on US 62; US 180
6.5 mi
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8 min
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East Greene Street
17
Turn left onto US 62; US 180; US 285
2.0 mi
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2 min
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South Canal Street
18
Turn slight right onto US 62; US 180
34 mi
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37 min
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National Parks Highway
19
Continue on US 62; US 180
102 mi
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1 hr 46 min
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US Highway 62
20
Continue on US 62; US 180
21 mi
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27 min
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Montana Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn slight left onto US 62; US 180
0.5 mi
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40 sec
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East Paisano Drive
22
Turn right onto US 180
163 ft
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3 sec
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Gateway Boulevard West
23
Take the ramp onto US 180
0.2 mi
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25 sec
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US 180
Toward I 10 West
24
Merge onto I 10
3.6 mi
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4 min
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I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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20 sec
Exit 19B
Toward Missouri Avenue, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi
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49 sec
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East Missouri Avenue
27
Turn left onto TX 20
0.3 mi
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27 sec
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North Mesa Street
28
Arrive at destination
North Mesa Street
Trip Plan
Given the 8-hour-plus drive time, planning for two days is a smart move to avoid fatigue. Aim to depart Paducah in the morning to maximize daylight. The longest stretch without a break is over 100 miles, so keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach that point. Fuel stops might be more spread out on certain sections of US Highway 62, so topping up when you see a good opportunity is advisable. Breaking the drive roughly in half will give you a more pleasant experience and allow for a more leisurely pace.
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 227.9 miles from Paducah, TX, or about 4h 27m 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 100 miles or 2h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 227.9 miles or 4h 27m 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 227.9 miles or 4h 27m
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 30m
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 Paducah, 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 Paducah, TX
Aim for roughly 228 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into El Paso, TX
Aim for roughly 228 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 100 miles from Paducah, 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.
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
228 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Hobbs, NMOvernight Options
Night 1
228 mi · about 4.3h in
A practical overnight split lands near Hobbs, NM after about 228 miles or 4.3 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 100 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 227.9 miles from Paducah, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 62 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 102.3 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 228 miles or 4.3 hours on the road.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Rest Area
0 mi from route
Blanco Canyon
0 mi from route
Campbell Roadside Park
0 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
El Paso Museum of History
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
El Paso, Texas
Hours: 10 am–6 pm
+19152123150
Visit websiteMagoffin Home State Historic Site
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.6 mi from route
~2 min detour
El Paso, Texas
Hours: 9 am–4 pm
+19155335147
Visit websiteTom Lea Upper Park
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
El Paso, Texas
Hours: 6 am–11 pm
+19152120092
Visit websiteInternational Museum of Art
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
El Paso, Texas
Hours: 1–5 pm
+19155436747
Visit websiteCarlsbad Museum
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, short detour
Final third
1.6 mi from route
~4 min detour
Carlsbad, New Mexico
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+15758870276
Visit websiteEl Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens
4.3
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.6 mi from route
~6 min detour
El Paso, Texas
Hours: 9 am–5 pm
+19152120966
Visit websiteLiving Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour
Final third
4.5 mi from route
~11 min detour
Carlsbad, New Mexico
Hours: 9 am–3:30 pm
+15758875516
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 455 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip
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US 62; US 70 / Easley Street
Turn left onto US 62; US 70 / Easley Street
Navigation decision point
4
192.7 mi into trip
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~3h 47m in
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US 62; US 180 / West Avenue A
Turn right onto US 62; US 180 / West Avenue A
Navigation decision point
4
451.1 mi into trip
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~8h 33m in
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US 180
Take the ramp onto US 180 toward I 10 West
Navigation decision point
Toward I 10 West
5
451.3 mi into trip
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~8h 33m in
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I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
455 mi into trip
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~8h 38m 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
$62.42 one way
$124.83 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
159 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $69.72 | $139.44 |
| premium | $4.23 | $75.80 | $151.60 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $86.04 | $172.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$62
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$192–$302
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 159.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $48 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 136.7 | 1 | $47.85 | $21.87 |
| Efficient EV | 113.9 | 1 | $39.87 | $18.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 182.3 | 2 | $63.80 | $29.16 |
Gas CO2
159 kg
EV CO2
53 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.
Origin
Paducah, TX
Late night in Paducah on Monday
Local time
3:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSE 10 to 15 mph
26% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 6:41PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 6:41PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
Destination
El Paso, TX
Late night in El Paso on Monday
Local time
2:12 AM
MDT
Current temp
93°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
ESE 7 mph
16% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 6:41PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 6:41PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth 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
25 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 39m 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 455.7
View on nps.gov
Guadalupe Mountains National Park
National Park
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...
5 mi from route
~11 min detour
$10
near mile 345.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a mixed drive experience, with 38% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 102.3 miles on US Highway 62, which forms the backbone of this trip. Expect a blend of driving conditions, from more open highway sections to potentially more varied driving as you navigate through towns and different road types. The drive is characterized by its directness across the Texas landscape, with fewer dramatic shifts and more of a consistent, functional feel.
38% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
28 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?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 62; US 70 / Easley Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
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 39m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 8 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 62; US 70 / Easley Street): Navigation decision point; at 192.7 miles (US 62; US 180 / West Avenue A): Navigation decision point; at 451.1 miles (US 180): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
5,171 ft
1,859 ft
Total Climb
3,881 ft
Total Descent
2,027 ft
Highest Point
5,171 ft
~423.2 mi in
Elevation Range
3,312 ft
Notable High Points
5,171 ft at ~423.2 miles
+868 ft prominence
About the Cities
Starting in Paducah, TX
Full guide →Paducah is a small town in the North Central Plains of Texas.
Top landmarks
- • Cottle County Courthouse Historic District — historic district in Paducah, Cottle County, Texas
Arriving in El Paso, TX
Full guide →“The Sun City” · Founded 1680
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
8h 39m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (38%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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 228 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 7 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 7 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 62; US 70 / Easley Street): Navigation decision point; at 192.7 miles (US 62; US 180 / West Avenue A): Navigation decision point; at 451.1 miles (US 180): Navigation decision point.
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 8.7 hours each way, a round trip means 17.3 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.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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