Origin
Amarillo, TX
Morning in Amarillo on Wednesday
Local time
7:14 AM
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Current temp
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Trip from Amarillo, TX to Eagle Pass, TX
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Drive Time
9h 30m
Distance
530.3 mi
853 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$80
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
9h 22m
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6 AM
9h 30m
8 AM
9h 47m
10 AM
9h 36m
12 PM
9h 34m
3 PM
9h 37m
5 PM
9h 46m
8 PM
9h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Amarillo, TX to Eagle Pass, TX covers 530.3 miles and takes about 9h 30m behind the wheel. It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.
The route leans on US 277, Marshall Formby Memorial Highway, William B Crooker Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is long-distance drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 194.3 miles on US 277. At current regular gas prices, budget about $80.13 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
265.2 miles from Amarillo, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 32m into the drive .
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Drive Character
At 530.3 miles and 9h 30m of driving, this is a route where fuel stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single turn. The main roads are US 277 and Marshall Formby Memorial Highway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 277 is the longest continuous segment at about 194.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
At 9h 30m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 60; US 87; US 66 Access / North Pierce Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 9h 30m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 9 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 60; US 87; US 66 Access / North Pierce Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.4 miles (I 27 / Marshall Formby Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 323.7 miles (US 277): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 60; US 87; US 66 Access / North Pierce Street
Turn right onto US 60; US 87; US 66 Access / North Pierce Street
Navigation decision point
4
15.4 mi into trip
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~19m in
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I 27 / Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 27 / Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
323.7 mi into trip
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~5h 37m in
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US 277
Take the exit onto US 277 toward US 277 South: Eldorado
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 277 South: Eldorado
5
469.2 mi into trip
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~8h 18m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
480.6 mi into trip
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~8h 31m in
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US 277
At end of road, turn left onto US 277
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 277 | 194.3 mi | 3h 38m |
| Marshall Formby Memorial Highway | 110.8 mi | 1h 52m |
| William B Crooker Memorial Highway | 52.1 mi | 52m |
| US Highway 87 | 51.2 mi | 51m |
| US 87 | 32.3 mi | 37m |
| North US Highway 87 | 18.1 mi | 18m |
| South US Highway 87 | 18.1 mi | 18m |
| US Highway 87 South | 14.6 mi | 14m |
Longest stretch:
US 277
— 194.3 mi, about 3h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Amarillo, TX and Eagle Pass, TX.
1
Start on I 40 Business; Original US Route 66; US 60
286 ft
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8 sec
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East Amarillo Boulevard
2
Turn right onto US 60; US 87; US 66 Access
0.4 mi
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57 sec
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North Pierce Street
3
Continue on US 60; US 87; US 66 Access
1.0 mi
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2 min
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North Pierce Street
4
Continue on US 60; US 87
14 mi
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16 min
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Canyon Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 27
111 mi
·
1 hr 52 min
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Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
6
Continue on I 27; US 87
4.4 mi
·
4 min
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Tahoka Highway
7
Continue on US 87
51 mi
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51 min
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US Highway 87
8
Continue on US 87
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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Lubbock Highway
9
Continue on US 87
1.7 mi
·
1 min
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North Lynn Avenue
10
Continue on US 87; US 180
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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South Dallas Avenue
11
Continue on US 87; US 180
18 mi
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18 min
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South US Highway 87
12
Continue on US 87
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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William Crooker Highway
13
Continue on US 87
18 mi
·
18 min
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North US Highway 87
14
Continue on US 87
52 mi
·
52 min
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William B Crooker Memorial Highway
15
Continue on US 87; TX 158; TX 163
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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4th Street
16
Continue on US 87
15 mi
·
14 min
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US Highway 87 South
17
Continue on US 87
32 mi
·
37 min
·
US 87
18
Take the exit onto US 277
60 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
US 277
Toward US 277 South: Eldorado
19
Turn left onto US 277; Loop 467
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Crockett Avenue
20
Turn right onto US 277
22 mi
·
24 min
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US 277
21
Keep slight right at fork onto US 277
63 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
US 277
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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27 sec
23
Merge onto Loop 79
11 mi
·
12 min
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Judge Mike L Fernandez Loop
24
At end of road, turn left onto US 277
50 mi
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59 min
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US 277
25
Arrive at destination
US 277 Bus
Trip Plan
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 265.2 miles from Amarillo, TX, or about 4h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 194.3 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 117 miles or 2h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 265.2 miles or 4h 32m 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 265.2 miles or 4h 32m
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 8h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eagle Pass, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Amarillo, 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 Amarillo, TX
Aim for roughly 265 miles and 4.8 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Eagle Pass, TX
Aim for roughly 265 miles and 4.8 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 117 miles from Amarillo, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 277 for about 194.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 265.2 mi from Amarillo, TX · 4h 32m into the drive
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
175 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
350 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 Live Oak, TXOvernight Options
Night 1
265 mi · about 4.8h in
A practical overnight split lands near Big Spring, TX after about 265 miles or 4.8 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 117 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 265.2 miles from Amarillo, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 277 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 194.3 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 265 miles or 4.8 hours on the road.
Arriving in Eagle Pass, TX
The final approach into Eagle Pass, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Eagle Pass, TX.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Eagle Pass, TX with some flexibility left in the schedule.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$80.13 one way
$160.26 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
186 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $87.71 | $175.42 |
| premium | $4.54 | $94.68 | $189.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $117.08 | $234.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$80
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$210–$320
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 185.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $56 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 159.1 | 1 | $55.68 | $25.45 |
| Efficient EV | 132.6 | 1 | $46.40 | $21.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 212.1 | 2 | $74.24 | $33.94 |
Gas CO2
186 kg
EV CO2
62 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Eagle Pass, TX
Morning in Eagle Pass on Wednesday
Local time
7:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
13 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
9h 30m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Amarillo, TX to Eagle Pass, TX covers 530.3 miles and takes about 9h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 277, Marshall Formby Memorial Highway, William B Crooker Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 265 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 265.2 miles from Amarillo, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $80.13 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 9h 30m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 9 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 60; US 87; US 66 Access / North Pierce Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.4 miles (I 27 / Marshall Formby Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 323.7 miles (US 277): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Amarillo, TX to Eagle Pass, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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