Trip from Robinson, TX to El Paso, TX

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

10h 57m

Distance

625.9 mi

1,007 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$95

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

10h 47m ★

6 AM

10h 57m

8 AM

11h 17m

10 AM

11h 4m

12 PM

11h 2m

3 PM

11h 5m

5 PM

11h 16m

8 PM

10h 51m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Robinson, TX

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Trip Overview

Robinson, TX to El Paso, TX is 625.9 miles and takes about 10h 57m via I 10, I 20, and West US Highway 84, with a fuel budget near $95 and enough daylight to finish in a day, though an overnight is recommended. This long-distance drive cuts across Texas, taking you from the rolling terrain of the Great Plains region to its western expanses. Given the 10-hour drive time, you'll want to plan for at least one overnight stop to make the journey more comfortable. It's a straightforward trip across the state, primarily on major highways, making it a practical choice for reaching El Paso.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

3 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

313 miles from Robinson, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 49m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 10	166.7 mi	2h 43m
I 20	138.1 mi	2h 13m
West US Highway 84	103.5 mi	1h 54m
TX 158	62.7 mi	1h 11m
US 67	36.7 mi	39m
Commerce Street	34.6 mi	35m
North Broadway Street	24 mi	25m
East Commerce Street	22 mi	25m

Longest stretch: I 10 — 166.7 mi, about 2h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Robinson, TX and El Paso, TX.

Start on US 77

2.3 mi · 2 min · South Robinson Drive

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 21 sec

Toward North TX 6, Loop 340: Meridian

Merge onto TX 6; Loop 340

3.5 mi · 4 min · TX 6; Loop 340

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 15 sec

Turn straight onto West Loop 340

0.1 mi · 15 sec · West Loop 340

Keep slight left at fork onto West Loop 340

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Loop 340

Turn left onto West Waco Drive

212 ft · 4 sec · West Waco Drive

Continue on Woodway Drive

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Woodway Drive

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Toward US 84

Merge onto US 84

6.6 mi · 8 min · George W Bush Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on US 84

5.2 mi · 5 min · West US Highway 84

Continue on US 84

2.8 mi · 4 min · East McGregor Drive

Continue on US 84

98 mi · 1 hr 48 min · West US Highway 84

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 84; US 183

1.2 mi · 1 min · Garmon Drive

Turn left onto US 67; US 84; US 183; US 377

1.7 mi · 2 min · Early Boulevard

Continue on US 67; US 84; US 377

22 mi · 25 min · East Commerce Street

Keep slight left at fork onto US 67

22 mi · 23 min · US 67

Continue on US 67

1.1 mi · 1 min · 2nd Street

Continue on US 67

15 mi · 15 min · US 67

Turn right onto TX 158

24 mi · 25 min · North Broadway Street

Turn left onto TX 158

12 mi · 12 min · West Main Street

Continue on TX 158

35 mi · 35 min · Commerce Street

Turn right onto US 87; TX 158

1.2 mi · 2 min · 4th Street

Turn straight onto US 87; TX 158; TX 163

2.6 mi · 2 min · US Highway 87 North

Take the exit onto TX 158

63 mi · 1 hr 11 min · TX 158

Toward SH 158 West: Midland

Turn left onto East Interstate 20

0.3 mi · 30 sec · East Interstate 20

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Toward I 20 West: Odessa

Merge onto I 20; TX 158

5.9 mi · 5 min · I 20; TX 158

Continue on I 20; TX 349

132 mi · 2 hr 8 min · I 20; TX 349

Merge onto I 10

167 mi · 2 hr 43 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Exit 19B Toward Missouri Avenue, Downtown Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue

0.3 mi · 49 sec · East Missouri Avenue

Turn left onto TX 20

0.3 mi · 27 sec · North Mesa Street

Arrive at destination

North Mesa Street

Trip Plan

Considering the 10-hour drive time, splitting this trip into two days is strongly advised for a more relaxed experience. Aim to depart early in the morning on your first day to cover significant ground. With three planned stops, you can strategically break up the driving, ensuring you have ample opportunities for fuel and rest. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 166.7-mile stretch on I-10, as services can sometimes be spread out in western Texas. Planning your overnight stop around the halfway point, perhaps near the junction of I-20 and I-10, will make the second day's drive 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 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 313 miles from Robinson, TX, or about 5h 49m 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 138 miles or 2h 37m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 313 miles or 5h 49m 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 313 miles or 5h 49m

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 57m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near El Paso, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Robinson, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

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 Robinson, TX

Aim for roughly 313 miles and 5.5 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into El Paso, TX

Aim for roughly 313 miles and 5.5 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 138 miles from Robinson, TX.

This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.

Plan about 3 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.

city in and county seat of Titus County, Texas, United States

First major stop

Coffee and fuel

Mount Pleasant, TX

207 mi into the route

Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch

This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.

city in and county seat of Reeves County, Texas, United States

Second major stop

Overnight candidate

Pecos, TX

413 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 Pecos, TX

Overnight Options

Night 1

Midland, TX

313 mi · about 5.5h in

A practical overnight split lands near Midland, TX after about 313 miles or 5.5 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Stephenville, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 138 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Midland, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 313 miles from Robinson, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 166.7 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 313 miles or 5.5 hours on the road.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Martha's Café

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

El Paso, Texas

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 625.9

Hours: 7 am–2:30 pm

+19156269224

Visit website

Park Tavern

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

El Paso, Texas

0.1 mi

Cafe Central

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

El Paso, Texas

0.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

The House Coffee Shop

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

El Paso, Texas

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 625.9

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+19152617542

Coffee Box

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

El Paso, Texas

0.1 mi

District Coffee Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

El Paso, Texas

0.1 mi

Martha's Café

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 625.9

El Paso, Texas

Hours: 7 am–2:30 pm

+19156269224

Visit website

Park Tavern

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 625.9

El Paso, Texas

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+19152289050

Visit website

Cafe Central

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $50 to $10 mile 625.9

El Paso, Texas

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+19155452233

Visit website

Weso Steakhouse

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 625.9

El Paso, Texas

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+19154449085

Visit website

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 625.9

El Paso, Texas

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+19152476143

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 625.9

Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+526563058131

Visit website

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 2.3 and 625.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

2.3 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the exit toward North TX 6, Loop 340: Meridian

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward North TX 6, Loop 340: Meridian

2.4 mi into trip | ~3m in | TX 6; Loop 340

Merge onto TX 6; Loop 340

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

7.3 mi into trip | ~10m in | US 84 / George W Bush Parkway

Merge onto US 84 / George W Bush Parkway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

145.1 mi into trip | ~2h 45m in | US 67

Keep slight left at fork onto US 67

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

625.2 mi into trip | ~10h 55m 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

$94.57 one way

$189.15 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 219 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.20	$103.52	$207.04
premium	$4.54	$111.75	$223.50
diesel	$5.61	$138.19	$276.38

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$95

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$225–$335

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 219 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $66 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	187.8	2	$65.72	$30.04
Efficient EV	156.5	1	$54.77	$25.04
EV Truck/SUV	250.4	3	$87.63	$40.06

Gas CO2

219 kg

EV CO2

73 kg (67% 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 Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Robinson, TX

Late night in Robinson on Sunday

Local time

2:29 AM

CDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

El Paso, TX

Late night in El Paso on Sunday

Local time

1:29 AM

MDT

Current temp

85°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

10h 57m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is predominantly a highway experience, with 83% of the route utilizing major interstates like I-10 and I-20, along with West US Highway 84. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 166.7 miles on I-10 without needing to exit, which can feel monotonous for some drivers. The character of the road is largely that of a long-distance, cross-state journey, characterized by consistent speed limits and straightforward navigation. Expect a landscape that unfolds gradually as you traverse the vastness of Texas.

83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

34 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?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and I 20. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 625.9 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 2.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.4 miles (TX 6; Loop 340): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles (US 84 / George W Bush Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Robinson, TX to El Paso, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Sh 158 West: Midland along the way.

Sh 158 West: Midland

257.2 mi in | ~4h 45m | via TX 158

About the Cities

Starting in Robinson, TX

Full guide →

Arriving in El Paso, TX

Full guide →

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.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Frequently Asked Questions

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 313 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 3 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Not recommended in a single day. At 11.0 hours each way, a round trip means 21.9 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.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Overnight Options

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Martha's Café

The House Coffee Shop

Martha's Café

Park Tavern

Cafe Central

Weso Steakhouse

Lamezze Restaurant

Anson 11

Café Rosé the Pink Cafe El Paso

Barrio Eats & Drinks

The House Coffee Shop

Coffee Box

District Coffee Co.

Glia's Coffee Co.

Glia's Coffee Co.

Reyna’s Mercadito

After Coffee

Sunset Heights Co (Coffee Co and Venue)

El Paso Museum of History

Magoffin Home State Historic Site

Tom Lea Upper Park

International Museum of Art

El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens

Maddy's Juice Bar

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Robinson, TX

El Paso, TX

1 hour earlier

25 degrees warmer at arrival

10h 57m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Robinson, TX

Arriving in El Paso, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Should I split this drive into multiple days?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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