Traveling from Anson to El Paso covers 462 miles across the Texas Great Plains, a journey that typically takes about 6 hours and 55 minutes of drive time. Because this route is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate shot, you should plan for a full day behind the wheel. Expect to spend roughly $69 on fuel for the trip, so budget accordingly before heading out. While it is possible to complete the trek in a single day, the intensity of navigating local roads means you should prepare for a focused, hands-on driving experience. Since both cities are located within the Great Plains, you will remain in the same geographic region throughout your travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
231.5 miles from Anson, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 1m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 47m. Total distance: 463 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Forget the monotony of the interstate; this route is defined by its turn-heavy local nature, relying on roads like 11th Street, West Court Plaza, and Commercial Avenue. With a 0% highway share, you will be navigating local paths rather than cruising on high-speed freeways. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on 11th Street, indicating that you will be frequently adjusting your speed and direction as you transition between segments. This creates a highly engaging, technical drive that requires your full attention compared to a standard highway haul. Prepare for a road experience that keeps you active and alert as you traverse the local landscape.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 166.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and I 20. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 11th Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 47m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 11 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (11th Street): Navigation decision point; at 47.7 miles (TX 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 47.8 miles (TX 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|11th Street
Turn left onto 11th Street
Navigation decision point
6
47.7 mi into trip|~57m in|TX 70
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 70 toward I 20 West: Midland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 20 West: Midland
5
47.8 mi into trip|~58m in|TX 70
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 70 toward I 20 West: Midland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 20 West: Midland
5
295.6 mi into trip|~5h 3m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
462.3 mi into trip|~7h 46m 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
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
166.7 mi
2h 43m
I 20
132.2 mi
2h 8m
TX 70
115.7 mi
1h 57m
US Highway 180 West
27.6 mi
34m
State Highway 70 South
16.8 mi
18m
Bluebonnet Drive
1.2 mi
1m
17th Street
0.6 mi
<1m
East South 1st Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 166.7 mi, about 2h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anson, TX and El Paso, TX.
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Start on this road
170 ft·13 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto 11th Street
136 ft·6 sec·11th Street
3
Turn left onto US 83; US 277
0.1 mi·10 sec·West Court Plaza
4
Turn slight right onto US 83; US 277
0.3 mi·22 sec·Commercial Avenue
5
Turn right onto US 180
0.6 mi·56 sec·17th Street
6
Continue on US 180
28 mi·34 min·US Highway 180 West
7
Continue on US 180
0.4 mi·56 sec·East South 1st Street
8
Turn left onto TX 70
0.3 mi·35 sec·South Concho Street
9
Continue on TX 70
17 mi·18 min·State Highway 70 South
10
Turn left onto TX 70
1.2 mi·1 min·Bluebonnet Drive
11
At end of road, turn left onto I 20 Bus; TX 70
0.2 mi·19 sec·East Broadway Street
12
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 70
0.1 mi·13 sec·TX 70
Toward I 20 West: Midland
13
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 70
116 mi·1 hr 56 min·TX 70
Toward I 20 West: Midland
14
Continue on I 20; TX 349
132 mi·2 hr 8 min·I 20; TX 349
15
Merge onto I 10
167 mi·2 hr 43 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 19BToward Missouri Avenue, DowntownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi·49 sec·East Missouri Avenue
18
Turn left onto TX 20
0.3 mi·27 sec·North Mesa Street
19
Arrive at destination
North Mesa Street
Trip Plan
To manage the 462-mile trek effectively, aim to start your day early to account for the nearly seven-hour duration and the frequent turns involved. You are limited to one recommended stop, so choose your break location wisely to stretch your legs and refuel. Given the $69 fuel cost, filling up before you leave Anson is a smart way to simplify your logistics. Pay close attention to your navigation when moving through Commercial Avenue and West Court Plaza, as the lack of highway stretches means you will encounter more intersections than a typical cross-country drive. Keeping your momentum steady is key to maintaining your schedule on this local-heavy path.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 231.5 miles from Anson, TX, or about 4h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 166.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 102 miles or 1h 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 231.5 miles or 4h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 48m
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 Anson, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Anson, TX
This is one driving day of about 463 miles and 7h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 102 miles from Anson, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 166.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 231.5 mi from Anson, TX
· 4h 1m into the drive
The midpoint is around 231.5 miles from Anson, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 166.7 miles.
Arriving in El Paso, TX
The final approach into El Paso, 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 El Paso, TX.
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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$69.96 one way
$139.92 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg162 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$76.58
$153.15
premium
$4.54
$82.67
$165.33
diesel
$5.61
$102.22
$204.45
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$70
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$95–$120
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 162 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $49 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
138.9
1
$48.62
$22.22
Efficient EV
115.8
1
$40.51
$18.52
EV Truck/SUV
185.2
2
$64.82
$29.63
Gas CO2
162 kg
EV CO2
54 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Anson, TX
Late night
in Anson on Friday
Local time
4:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
El Paso, TX
Late night
in El Paso on Friday
Local time
3:10 AM
MDT
Current temp
85°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.
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
24 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
7h 47m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Anson, TX to El Paso, TX covers 463 miles and takes about 7h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, I 20, TX 70. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 231.5 miles from Anson, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $69.96 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 7h 47m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 11 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (11th Street): Navigation decision point; at 47.7 miles (TX 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 47.8 miles (TX 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Anson, TX to El Paso, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Chamizal National Memorial.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
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