Trip from Del Rio, TX to El Paso, TX

Drive Time

6h 41m

Distance

428.7 mi

690 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$65

one way

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Trip Overview

Spanning 428.7 miles across the Great Plains of Texas, this journey from Del Rio to El Paso takes approximately 6 hours and 41 minutes. You will primarily navigate via Veterans Boulevard and Highway 90 West. While technically feasible as a single-day trip, the length of the drive makes it a significant commitment behind the wheel. Budgeting around $64 for fuel is a smart way to prepare for the trip. Since you remain within the same region for the duration of the drive, you can expect a consistent landscape as you move toward the state's western border. This route is best suited for those who prefer the steady pace of local highways over the faster-moving interstate system.

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

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

214.4 miles from Del Rio, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 20m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. With a highway share of 0%, this route relies entirely on local roads like Highway 90, meaning you should anticipate frequent speed changes and winding sections. Because there is no extended stretch on Veterans Boulevard, the road requires consistent engagement from the driver. The character of the trip remains steady as you progress, offering a driving experience defined by local connectivity rather than high-speed transit. Prepare for a road that feels more like a deliberate, winding path through the Texas landscape than a straight-line dash.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Veterans Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 41m, 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 Del Rio, TX to El Paso, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Veterans Boulevard	Unavailable	Refreshing
Highway 90 West	Unavailable	Refreshing
Highway 90	Unavailable	Refreshing
East Oak Street	Unavailable	Refreshing
Highway 285	Unavailable	Refreshing
North Alamo Street	Unavailable	Refreshing
East Dickinson Boulevard	Unavailable	Refreshing
West Dickinson Boulevard	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: Veterans Boulevard — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Del Rio, TX and El Paso, TX.

Start on Spur 297

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Spur 297

Continue on Veterans Boulevard

4.3 mi · 6 min · Veterans Boulevard

Keep slight left to continue on Veterans Boulevard

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Veterans Boulevard

Continue on US Highway 90 West

8.0 mi · 8 min · US Highway 90 West

Continue on United States Highway 90

0.1 mi · 8 sec · United States Highway 90

Merge slight left onto US Highway 90 West

106 mi · 2 hr · US Highway 90 West

Continue on East Oak Street

2.0 mi · 2 min · East Oak Street

Take the exit slight right

0.1 mi · 19 sec

Merge slight left onto US Highway 285

63 mi · 1 hr 12 min · US Highway 285

Continue on North Alamo Street

0.3 mi · 26 sec · North Alamo Street

Turn left onto East Dickinson Boulevard

1.4 mi · 1 min · East Dickinson Boulevard

Keep slight left to continue on West Dickinson Boulevard

1.2 mi · 1 min · West Dickinson Boulevard

Keep slight right to continue on Redwood Street

0.3 mi · 30 sec · Redwood Street

At the end of the road, turn left onto Interstate 10 West

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Interstate 10 West

Take the ramp straight toward I 10 West: El Paso

0.4 mi · 50 sec · I 10 West: El Paso

Merge slight left onto La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor

236 mi · 3 hr 48 min · La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor

Take the exit slight right toward Missouri Avenue, Downtown

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Missouri Avenue, Downtown

Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue

0.3 mi · 49 sec · East Missouri Avenue

Turn left onto North Mesa Street

0.3 mi · 27 sec · North Mesa Street

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour and 41-minute duration, departing early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue and maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop planned, you should identify your break point well in advance to maintain a comfortable pace. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $64 estimated cost can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and local availability along the route. Since the road is composed of local highways rather than interstates, ensure your navigation is set for Highway 90 specifically to avoid unnecessary detours. Flexibility is a major advantage here, so feel free to adjust your pace if you encounter unexpected traffic on these non-interstate roads.

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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 214.4 miles from Del Rio, TX, or about 3h 20m into the drive.

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 94 miles or 1h 28m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 214.4 miles or 3h 20m 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 45m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near El Paso, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Del Rio, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Del Rio, TX

This is one driving day of about 428.7 miles and 6h 41m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 94 miles from Del Rio, TX.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 214.4 mi from Del Rio, TX · 3h 20m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

McCamey, TX

214 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.

Pacing Suggestions

Big Lake, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 94 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

McCamey, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 214.4 miles from Del Rio, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$65.49 one way

$130.97 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 150 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$71.77	$143.53
premium	$4.59	$77.49	$154.97
diesel	$5.64	$95.24	$190.48

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$65

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$90–$115

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 150 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $45 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	128.6	1	$45.01	$20.58
Efficient EV	107.2	1	$37.51	$17.15
EV Truck/SUV	171.5	2	$60.02	$27.44

Gas CO2

150 kg

EV CO2

50 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 data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Del Rio, TX

Afternoon in Del Rio on Sunday

Local time

1:40 PM

CDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

El Paso, TX

Afternoon in El Paso on Sunday

Local time

12:40 PM

MDT

Current temp

55°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

11 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

6h 41m 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 Del Rio, TX to El Paso, TX covers 428.7 miles and takes about 6h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Veterans Boulevard, Highway 90 West, Highway 90. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 214.4 miles from Del Rio, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $65.49 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 1 meaningful break 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 6h 41m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Del Rio, TX to El Paso, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Del Rio, TX to El Paso, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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