Scissors, TX Road Trips
With 11 routes heading out and 0 heading in, Scissors, TX works well as a modest departure point in the Great Plains. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 420 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Scissors, TX head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
11
Longest Drive
800.2 mi
El Paso, TX
Quickest Drive
2h 35m
Corpus Christi, TX
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Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Scissors, TX
Scissors, TX to El Paso, TX
Scissors, TX to Lubbock, TX
Scissors, TX to Plano, TX
Scissors, TX to Arlington, TX
Scissors, TX to Dallas, TX
Scissors, TX to Houston, TX
Scissors, TX to Austin, TX
Scissors, TX to Montopolis, TX
Scissors, TX to San Antonio, TX
Scissors, TX to Laredo, TX
Scissors, TX to Corpus Christi, TX
Driving from Scissors, TX
Expect an average of 420 miles and about 6h 46m behind the wheel when leaving Scissors, 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 800 miles (11h 56m), while the shortest is just 159 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Scissors, TX include El Paso, TX (800.2 mi, 11h 56m), Lubbock, TX (635.8 mi, 9h 43m), Plano, TX (549 mi, 8h 24m), Arlington, TX (533.7 mi, 8h 7m), and Dallas, TX (506.7 mi, 9h 17m). 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 420-mile trip from Scissors, TX, budget about $62 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 11 mapped routes leaving Scissors, TX and 0 routes heading into Scissors, TX, covering 11 total connections. Distances range from 159 to 800 miles.
The longest mapped route from Scissors, TX covers 800 miles and takes approximately 11h 56m. Shorter options start at just 159 miles.
The average route from Scissors, TX runs about 420 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 46m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.78/gallon for regular), the average 420-mile trip from Scissors, TX costs roughly $62 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Scissors, TX include El Paso, TX, Lubbock, TX, Plano, TX and Arlington, TX. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
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