Drive Time
7h 1m
Distance
385.1 mi
620 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$59
one way
The drive from Austin, TX to Monahans, TX covers 385.1 miles and takes about 7h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Brazos Street, East 6th Street, Atlanta Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $58.83 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
192.6 miles from Austin, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 30m into the drive .
Expect a 7h 1m drive with frequent turns across 385.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 1m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Austin, TX to Monahans, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Brazos Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 6th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Atlanta Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Loop 1 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Mopac Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 290 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 290 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 290 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Austin, TX and Monahans, TX.
Start on East 5th Street
Turn left onto Brazos Street
Turn left onto East 6th Street
Turn left onto Atlanta Street
Take the ramp straight toward Loop 1 South
Merge slight left onto South Mopac Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward US 290 West, TX 71 West: Johnson City, Llano
Keep slight left to continue on US 290 West, TX 71 West
Merge slight left
Continue on West US Highway 290 Frontage Rd
Continue on West US 290 Frontage Rd
Turn straight onto West US 290 Bypass Lanes
Continue on West US Highway 290
Continue on West US Highway 290
Merge slight left onto South US Highway 281
Turn left onto East Main Street
Continue on West US Highway 290
Continue on East Main Street
Continue on West US Highway 290
Take the exit straight toward I 10 West: Fort Stockton
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward US 190, FM 305: Iraan, McCamey
Continue on I 10 Service Road
Turn right
Turn left onto Farm to Market Road 305
Continue on South Burleson Avenue
Continue straight
Turn left onto West 6th Street
Turn right
Turn left onto Interstate Highway 20 Service Drive
Continue on East Interstate 20 State Route North
Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 West: El Paso
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 20 Business West: Monahans
Continue on East Sealy Avenue
Continue on East Interstate 20
Turn left onto South Main Avenue
Turn left
Arrive at your destination
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 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 85 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 192.6 miles or 3h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Monahans, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Austin, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Austin, TX
This is one driving day of about 385.1 miles and 7h 1m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 192.6 mi from Austin, TX · 3h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
193 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 85 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 192.6 miles from Austin, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Monahans, 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 Monahans, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$58.83 one way
$117.65 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $64.47 | $128.93 |
| premium | $4.59 | $69.61 | $139.21 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $85.56 | $171.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$59
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$84–$109
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 134.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 115.5 | 1 | $40.44 | $18.48 |
| Efficient EV | 96.3 | 1 | $33.70 | $15.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 154 | 1 | $53.91 | $24.65 |
Gas CO2
135 kg
EV CO2
45 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Austin on Sunday
Local time
2:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Monahans on Sunday
Local time
2:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
81°F
San Antonio, TX
193 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.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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