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Trip from Saint Paul, TX to El Paso, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 25, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
11h 15m
Distance
663 mi
1,067 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$100
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
11h 6m
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6 AM
11h 16m
8 AM
11h 36m
10 AM
11h 23m
12 PM
11h 21m
3 PM
11h 24m
5 PM
11h 35m
8 PM
11h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Paul, TX
Eddie O.
El Paso, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Saint Paul, TX to El Paso, TX is 663 miles and takes about 11 hours 15 minutes via I 20 and I 10, with a fuel budget near $100 and enough daylight to finish in a day, though an overnight is recommended. This long-distance drive primarily traverses the Great Plains region of Texas. Expect a straightforward journey with minimal deviations from major interstates. Given the distance, planning for at least one overnight stop is wise to make the trip more comfortable and safe.
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
331.5 miles from Saint Paul, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 47m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 421 mi | 7h |
| I 10 | 166.7 mi | 2h 43m |
| SH 183 TEXpress | 13.6 mi | 13m |
| Jim Wright Freeway | 12.8 mi | 14m |
| I 820 TEXpress | 6.9 mi | 6m |
| West Freeway | 6 mi | 6m |
| North Central Expressway | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| Lyndon B Johnson Freeway | 4.8 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 421 mi, about 7h
Traffic on I-20
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 96 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~1,504 veh/hr typical · worst 1,862
Quietest
2 AM
~213 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 105 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 Saint Paul, TX and El Paso, TX.
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Start on FM 2514
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Parker Road
2
Turn right onto Park Boulevard
1.3 mi
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2 min
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Park Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
At end of road, turn left onto Country Club Road
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Country Club Road
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on North Country Club Road
0.6 mi
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1 min
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North Country Club Road
5
Turn right onto FM 544
1.3 mi
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2 min
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FM 544
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on FM 544
1.0 mi
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2 min
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East FM 544
7
Continue on FM 544
0.7 mi
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1 min
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West FM 544
8
Continue on 14th Street
0.9 mi
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1 min
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14th Street
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on East Plano Parkway
2.6 mi
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4 min
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East Plano Parkway
10
Turn left onto Jupiter Road
0.3 mi
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33 sec
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Jupiter Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn slight right
167 ft
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7 sec
12
Turn straight onto TX 190
0.5 mi
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44 sec
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President George Bush Highway
13
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
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34 sec
Toward PGBT Toll West
14
Merge onto PGBT
0.3 mi
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17 sec
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President George Bush Turnpike
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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35 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
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1 min
Toward US 75 South: Dallas
Use the slight left lane.
17
Merge onto US 75
5.7 mi
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6 min
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North Central Expressway
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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32 sec
Exit 21
Toward I 635
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi
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55 sec
Toward I 635 West
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
20
Merge onto I 635
2.4 mi
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2 min
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Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on I 635
4.8 mi
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5 min
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Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi
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31 sec
Exit 27C
Toward I 35E South: Dallas
Use the left / straight lanes.
23
Merge onto I 35E
2.2 mi
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2 min
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South Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto North Walton Walker Boulevard
0.6 mi
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39 sec
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North Walton Walker Boulevard
Exit 436A
Toward Loop 12 South: Irving, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
25
Take the exit
0.1 mi
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14 sec
Use the slight right lane.
26
Merge onto Loop 12 TEXpress
2.2 mi
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2 min
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Loop 12 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Merge onto TX 183 TEXpress
13 mi
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13 min
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SH 183 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
2.0 mi
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2 min
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SH 121/183 TEXpress
29
Continue on TX 183 TEXpress
0.1 mi
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7 sec
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SH 183 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
0.7 mi
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42 sec
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SH 121/183 TEXpress
31
Continue on I 820 TEXpress
6.9 mi
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6 min
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I 820 TEXpress
Toward I 820 Express West Toll
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Merge onto I 820
0.4 mi
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24 sec
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Northeast Loop
33
Continue on I 820
13 mi
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14 min
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Jim Wright Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3A
Toward I 30 West: Weatherford
Use the slight right lane.
35
Merge onto I 30
6.0 mi
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6 min
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West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Merge onto I 20
421 mi
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7 hr
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I 20
Use the slight right lane.
37
Merge onto I 10
167 mi
·
2 hr 43 min
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I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 19B
Toward Missouri Avenue, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39
Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi
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49 sec
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East Missouri Avenue
40
Turn left onto TX 20
0.3 mi
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27 sec
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North Mesa Street
41
Arrive at destination
North Mesa Street
Trip Plan
For this 663-mile drive, consider breaking it into two days to avoid excessive fatigue. Departing early in the morning, especially if you plan to drive straight through, is advisable. With 3 recommended stops, you'll have opportunities to rest and refuel. Given the long stretches on I 20, ensure your fuel tank is adequately filled before departing major towns, as services can be spaced out. Paying attention to the fuel cost estimate of $100 can help you budget accordingly for the 11-hour 15-minute trip.
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 331.5 miles from Saint Paul, TX, or about 5h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 421 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 146 miles or 2h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 331.5 miles or 5h 47m 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 331.5 miles or 5h 47m
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 10h 16m
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 Saint Paul, 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 Saint Paul, TX
Aim for roughly 332 miles and 5.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into El Paso, TX
Aim for roughly 332 miles and 5.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 146 miles from Saint Paul, 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 20 for about 421 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
219 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.
Second major stop
Overnight candidate
438 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 Odessa, TXOvernight Options
Night 1
332 mi · about 5.6h in
A practical overnight split lands near Sweetwater, TX after about 332 miles or 5.6 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 146 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 331.5 miles from Saint Paul, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 421 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 332 miles or 5.6 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
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Scenic Overlook & Rest Area
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El Paso County Westbound Rest Area
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Teepee Rest Stop
0 mi from route
Mitchell County Westbound Rest Area
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Picnic Area
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Picnic Area
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Picnic Area
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I-20 Westbound Picnic Area
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I-20 Eastbound Picnic Area
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Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Main Street Market
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Howard County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.1 mi from route
Culberson County Westbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Culberson County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
El Paso County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.1 mi from route
Ward County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Eastland County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Eastland County Westbound Rest Area
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Nolan County Eastbound Rest Area
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Picnic Area
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QuikTrip
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Rest Area
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Love's Travel Stop
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Pilot Travel Center
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Love's Travel Stop
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Pilot Travel Center
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Road Ranger
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Flying J Travel Center
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Pilot Travel Center
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Flying J Travel Center
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Pilot Travel Center
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Love's Travel Stop
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Love's Travel Stop
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Love's Travel Stop
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TA
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Love's Travel Stop
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Service Plaza
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Service Plaza
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QuikTrip
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Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.2 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.2 mi from route
Callahan County Eastbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Callahan County Westbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Ward County Westbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
TA
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.2 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Culberson County Safety Rest Area Eastbound
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Culberson County Safety Rest Area Westbound
0.4 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.9 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.6 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.7 mi from route
QuikTrip
1.9 mi from route
Mr. Fuel Travel Center
2.4 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 websiteMcKinney Park
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Odessa, Texas
Hours: 6 am–11 pm
+14323683548
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 websiteiFLY Indoor Skydiving - Fort Worth
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
First break
1.7 mi from route
~4 min detour
Hurst, Texas
Hours: 10:30 am–6:30 pm
+18178184359
Visit websiteJack Rabbit
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.8 mi from route
~5 min detour
Odessa, Texas
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18007804678
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 websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 265 decision points cluster between mile 11.7 and 662.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
11.7 mi into trip
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~22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 75 South: Dallas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 75 South: Dallas
7
18 mi into trip
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~29m in
Take the exit toward I 635
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 21
Toward I 635
7
18.3 mi into trip
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~29m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 635 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 635 West
7
26.3 mi into trip
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~38m in
Take the exit toward I 35E South: Dallas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Exit 27C
Toward I 35E South: Dallas
8
662.3 mi into trip
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~11h 14m 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
$99.53 one way
$199.06 round trip
$3.81/gal
25.4 MPG avg
232 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $110.13 | $220.25 |
| premium | $4.57 | $119.16 | $238.31 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $163.82 | $327.64 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.48
Central Expressway
(5.7 mi)
$0.46
President George Bush Turnpike
(0.3 mi)
$0.02
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$100
Tolls
$0
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$230–$340
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 232 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $70 in charging · 2 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 198.9 | 2 | $69.62 | $31.82 |
| Efficient EV | 165.8 | 1 | $58.01 | $26.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 265.2 | 3 | $92.82 | $42.43 |
Gas CO2
232 kg
EV CO2
78 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.
Origin
Saint Paul, TX
Night in Saint Paul on Saturday
Local time
11:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Mostly Cloudy
SE 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Destination
El Paso, TX
Night in El Paso on Saturday
Local time
10:44 PM
MDT
Current temp
59°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
ENE 2 mph
19% chance
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
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
11h 15m 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 663
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 is predominantly an interstate experience, with 98% of the drive on major highways like I 20 and I 10. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 421 miles on I 20, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving. The SH 183 TEXpress offers a brief alternative, but the character remains that of a long-distance, high-speed journey across the state. It's a route designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic exploration.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 421 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 663 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 11.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
4,368 ft
569 ft
Total Climb
4,086 ft
Total Descent
940 ft
Highest Point
4,368 ft
~568.3 mi in
Elevation Range
3,800 ft
Notable High Points
4,368 ft at ~568.3 miles
+207 ft prominence
About the Cities
Starting in Saint Paul, TX
Full guide →“Apostle of the Gentiles”
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).
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 421 miles on I 20. 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 332 miles on day one.
Expect about $0.48 in tolls one way, starting with Central Expressway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 75 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 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. There are 75 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 11.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Chamizal National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 11.3 hours each way, a round trip means 22.5 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.
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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