Mercedes, TX Road Trips
With 7 routes heading out and 2 heading in, Mercedes, TX works well as a modest departure point in the Great Plains. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 522 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Mercedes, TX head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
9
Longest Drive
803.9 mi
El Paso, TX
Quickest Drive
4h 38m
San Antonio, TX
Plan Around Mercedes, TX
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Mercedes, TX is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Mercedes, TX
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Mercedes, TX
Mercedes, TX to El Paso, TX
Mercedes, TX to Garland, TX
Mercedes, TX to Arlington, TX
Mercedes, TX to Irving, TX
Mercedes, TX to Dallas, TX
Mercedes, TX to Houston, TX
Mercedes, TX to San Antonio, TX
Driving from Mercedes, TX
Expect an average of 522 miles and about 8h 48m behind the wheel when leaving Mercedes, TX. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 804 miles (13h 33m), while the shortest is just 252 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Mercedes, TX include El Paso, TX (803.9 mi, 13h 33m), Garland, TX (686.2 mi, 9h 54m), Arlington, TX (539.4 mi, 7h 46m), Irving, TX (520.8 mi, 9h 33m), and Dallas, TX (512.4 mi, 9h 20m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in TX currently averages around $3.78 per gallon. For the typical 522-mile trip from Mercedes, TX, budget about $78 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 7 mapped routes leaving Mercedes, TX and 2 routes heading into Mercedes, TX, covering 9 total connections. Distances range from 252 to 804 miles.
The longest mapped route from Mercedes, TX covers 804 miles and takes approximately 13h 33m. Shorter options start at just 252 miles.
The average route from Mercedes, TX runs about 522 miles with a drive time of roughly 8h 48m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.78/gallon for regular), the average 522-mile trip from Mercedes, TX costs roughly $78 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Mercedes, TX include El Paso, TX, Garland, TX, Arlington, TX and Irving, TX. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
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