Origin
Seadrift, TX
Morning in Seadrift on Tuesday
Local time
7:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Seadrift, TX to El Paso, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
11h 58m
Distance
700.3 mi
1,127 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$106
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
11h 48m
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6 AM
11h 58m
8 AM
12h 20m
10 AM
12h 6m
12 PM
12h 4m
3 PM
12h 7m
5 PM
12h 19m
8 PM
11h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Seadrift, TX
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El Paso, TX
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Trip Overview
Seadrift to El Paso is 700.3 miles and takes about 11 hours 58 minutes via I 10, US 87, and Anderson Loop, with a fuel budget near $106 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This long-distance drive traverses Texas, starting in the Great Plains region and ending in the same. Expect a predominantly highway experience, making it a straightforward, albeit lengthy, journey across the state. Given the nearly 12-hour duration, it's best planned as an overnight trip to avoid excessive fatigue. If you're looking for a direct path with minimal complexity, this route fits the bill.
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
350.1 miles from Seadrift, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6h 21m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 536.4 mi | 8h 34m |
| US 87 | 64.1 mi | 1h 11m |
| Anderson Loop | 32.9 mi | 37m |
| State Highway 185 North | 30.9 mi | 48m |
| US Highway 87 North | 22.1 mi | 25m |
| North Main Street | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| West Heaton Street | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| East Broadway Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 536.4 mi, about 8h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seadrift, TX and El Paso, TX.
1
Start on South 4th Street
71 ft
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8 sec
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South 4th Street
2
Turn left onto TX 185
0.6 mi
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1 min
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West Broadway Avenue
3
Continue on TX 185
8.5 mi
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14 min
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State Highway 185 North
4
At end of road, turn right onto TX 35; TX 185
306 ft
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10 sec
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State Highway 35 South
5
Turn left onto TX 185
22 mi
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33 min
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State Highway 185 North
6
Turn left onto US 87
0.2 mi
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17 sec
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Port Lavaca Drive
7
Continue on US 87
0.3 mi
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34 sec
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East Goodwin Avenue
8
Turn right onto US 87
0.5 mi
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50 sec
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North Navarro Street
9
Turn left onto US 87; US 59 Bus; US 77 Bus
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
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East Rio Grande Street
10
Turn right onto US 87
3.9 mi
·
6 min
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North Main Street
11
Continue on US 87
22 mi
·
25 min
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US Highway 87 North
12
Continue on US 87
1.7 mi
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2 min
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East Broadway Street
13
Turn left onto US 77 Alt; US 87; US 183
0.7 mi
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59 sec
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South Esplanade Street
14
Turn right onto TX 72
3.9 mi
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4 min
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West Heaton Street
15
Turn right onto US 87
64 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
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US 87
16
Take the exit
422 ft
·
11 sec
17
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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this road
18
Turn left onto Loop 1604
33 mi
·
37 min
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Anderson Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward Frontage Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn straight onto North Loop 1604 West
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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North Loop 1604 West
21
Turn right onto Interstate 10 West
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
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Interstate 10 West
22
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 10 West, US 87 North
23
Merge onto I 10; US 87
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
535 mi
·
8 hr 33 min
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I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 19B
Toward Missouri Avenue, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
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East Missouri Avenue
27
Turn left onto TX 20
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
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North Mesa Street
28
Arrive at destination
North Mesa Street
Trip Plan
Given the 11-hour 58-minute drive time, splitting this trip over two days is highly recommended for safety and comfort. Aim to depart early in the morning on your first day to maximize daylight hours and reach a midway point. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 536.4-mile segment on I 10, as services can be spread out. Plan your overnight stop strategically to break up the journey effectively, perhaps around the halfway point or a town with ample lodging options. The three planned stops are essential for rest and refueling on this extensive drive.
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 350.1 miles from Seadrift, TX, or about 6h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 536.4 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 154 miles or 3h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 350.1 miles or 6h 21m 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 350.1 miles or 6h 21m
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 11h
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 Seadrift, 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 Seadrift, TX
Aim for roughly 350 miles and 6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into El Paso, TX
Aim for roughly 350 miles and 6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 154 miles from Seadrift, 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 536.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
231 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
462 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 Big Lake, TXOvernight Options
Night 1
350 mi · about 6h in
A practical overnight split lands near Kerrville, TX after about 350 miles or 6 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 154 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 350.1 miles from Seadrift, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 536.4 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 350 miles or 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 9.1 and 699.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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9.1 mi into trip
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~16m in
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TX 35; TX 185 / State Highway 35 South
At end of road, turn right onto TX 35; TX 185 / State Highway 35 South
Navigation decision point
5
129.2 mi into trip
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~2h 42m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
6
162.3 mi into trip
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~3h 20m in
Take the exit toward Frontage Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Frontage Road
6
164.2 mi into trip
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~3h 23m in
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I 10; US 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
699.5 mi into trip
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~11h 56m 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
$105.82 one way
$211.63 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
245 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $115.83 | $231.65 |
| premium | $4.54 | $125.03 | $250.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $154.62 | $309.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$106
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$236–$346
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 245 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $74 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 210.1 | 2 | $73.53 | $33.61 |
| Efficient EV | 175.1 | 2 | $61.28 | $28.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 280.1 | 3 | $98.04 | $44.82 |
Gas CO2
245 kg
EV CO2
82 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.
Destination
El Paso, TX
Morning in El Paso on Tuesday
Local time
6:59 AM
MDT
Current temp
54°F
Mostly Clear
NNW 6 to 14 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 11:07PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 17 at 10:45PM CDT until April 17 at 11:30PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
62°F
Big Lake, TX
462 mi in
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
16 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
11h 58m 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 700.3
View on nps.gov
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Welcome to San Antonio Missions, a National Park Service site and the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas. Each mission in the park is a center of community and has been since the early 1700s. Th...
18 mi from route
~46 min detour
Free
near mile 144.9
View on nps.gov
Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park tells the story of our 36th president beginning with his ancestors until his final resting place on his beloved LBJ Ranch. This entire "circle of life" gives...
27 mi from route
~67 min detour
Free
near mile 193.2
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 primarily an interstate cruise, with 93% of the drive on highways, including a significant 536.4-mile stretch on I 10. You'll experience long, uninterrupted periods of driving, characteristic of long-distance travel across Texas. While the main roads are high-speed, the inclusion of US 87 and Anderson Loop suggests brief transitions that offer a slight change of pace. Expect a consistent driving environment, largely focused on covering ground efficiently rather than varied terrain.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 536.4 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US 87. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 9.1 miles in near TX 35; TX 185 / State Highway 35 South.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 700.3 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.1 miles (TX 35; TX 185 / State Highway 35 South): Navigation decision point; at 129.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 162.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
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 3 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
11h 58m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 536.4 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 350 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.1 miles (TX 35; TX 185 / State Highway 35 South): Navigation decision point; at 129.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 162.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Chamizal National Memorial, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 12.0 hours each way, a round trip means 23.9 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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