Origin
Eagle Pass, TX
Afternoon in Eagle Pass on Sunday
Local time
3:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eagle Pass, TX to Fashing, TX
Drive Time
3h 36m
Distance
173.5 mi
279 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 24m
★
6 AM
3h 37m
8 AM
4h 1m
10 AM
3h 45m
12 PM
3h 43m
3 PM
3h 47m
5 PM
4h 0m
8 PM
3h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eagle Pass, TX
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Spanning 173.5 miles, this trek from Eagle Pass to Fashing is a manageable journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 36 minutes to complete. Because the route stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, you can easily tackle the entire distance in a single day without needing an overnight stop. You should budget approximately $27 for fuel to cover the trip, which relies on a combination of US Highway 57, State Highway 173 South, and US 281. Since the drive is highway-focused, it serves as a straightforward transit route rather than a leisurely sightseeing tour. Keep this practicality in mind when planning your schedule, as the road is designed for efficiency rather than frequent diversions.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
86.8 miles from Eagle Pass, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a consistent, highway-focused experience with 83% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted section hits 95.4 miles on US Highway 57, requiring you to stay focused during long stretches of consistent travel. As you transition between the various highways, the road maintains a steady rhythm that favors steady cruising over technical maneuvers. You will find that the route remains largely predictable, making it a reliable choice for drivers who prefer a direct path. Prepare for a drive that prioritizes miles covered over winding, slow-paced local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 95.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 57 and State Highway 173 South. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 277 Bus / East Main Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 36m drive. You will face about 17 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 277 Bus / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 98 miles (I 35 / Purple Heart Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 108.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 277 Bus / East Main Street
Turn left onto US 277 Bus / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
98 mi into trip
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~1h 51m in
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I 35 / Purple Heart Trail
Merge onto I 35 / Purple Heart Trail
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
108.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 2m in
Take the exit toward TX 173: Hondo, Jourdanton
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 122
Toward TX 173: Hondo, Jourdanton
7
160.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 12m in
Take the exit toward FM 1099
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 88
Toward FM 1099
5
167.7 mi into trip
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~3h 26m in
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FM 99 / Farm to Market Road 99
At end of road, turn left onto FM 99 / Farm to Market Road 99
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
Between Eagle Pass, TX and Fashing, TX, road signs point toward Jourdanton and Fm 1099.
Jourdanton
108.9 mi in
|
~2h 2m
Fm 1099
160.3 mi in
|
~3h 12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 57 | 95.4 mi | 1h 46m |
| State Highway 173 South | 24.9 mi | 36m |
| US 281 | 15.3 mi | 15m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 10.9 mi | 10m |
| FM 1099 | 7.1 mi | 12m |
| Farm to Market Road 99 | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| Oak Street | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| South Main Street | 4.4 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 57
— 95.4 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagle Pass, TX and Fashing, TX.
1
Start on US 277 Bus
213 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Ceylon Street
2
Turn left onto US 277 Bus
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 57
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
4
Turn left onto US 57
95 mi
·
1 hr 46 min
·
US Highway 57
5
At end of road, turn left onto Interstate 35 North
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Interstate 35 North
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
7
Merge onto I 35
11 mi
·
10 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 122
Toward TX 173: Hondo, Jourdanton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn straight
469 ft
·
11 sec
10
Turn straight onto Interstate 35 South
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Interstate 35 South
11
Turn right onto TX 173
25 mi
·
36 min
·
State Highway 173 South
12
Turn right onto TX 16
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
TX 16
13
Turn left onto TX 97
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Oak Street
14
Turn right onto US 281
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
South Main Street
15
Take the ramp onto US 281
15 mi
·
15 min
·
US 281
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 88
Toward FM 1099
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn left onto FM 1099
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
FM 1099
18
Turn right onto FM 1099
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
FM 1099
19
At end of road, turn left onto FM 99
5.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Farm to Market Road 99
20
Turn left onto FM 2924
152 ft
·
3 sec
·
FM 2924
21
Arrive at destination
FM 2924
Trip Plan
Given the 3 hour and 36 minute duration, departing early in the morning allows you to avoid the bulk of midday heat and traffic. You are limited to one planned stop on this route, so choose your break wisely to maximize your efficiency. Since you are covering significant highway miles, ensure your vehicle is prepped for sustained speeds before you leave Eagle Pass. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the long 95.4-mile stretch on US Highway 57, as service options may be spaced out. Taking advantage of the single stop for a full reset will keep you sharp for the final leg into Fashing.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 86.8 miles from Eagle Pass, TX, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 95.4 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.8 miles or 1h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fashing, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Eagle Pass, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Eagle Pass, TX
This is one driving day of about 173.5 miles and 3h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Eagle Pass, 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.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 57 for about 95.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 86.8 mi from Eagle Pass, TX · 1h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
87 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 86.8 miles from Eagle Pass, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 95.4 miles.
Arriving in Fashing, TX
The final approach into Fashing, 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 Fashing, 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
$26.50 one way
$53.01 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $29.04 | $58.09 |
| premium | $4.59 | $31.36 | $62.72 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $38.55 | $77.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.1 | 0 | $18.22 | $8.33 |
| Efficient EV | 43.4 | 0 | $15.18 | $6.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 69.4 | 0 | $24.29 | $11.10 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Fashing, TX
Afternoon in Fashing on Sunday
Local time
3:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
88°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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
17 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
3h 36m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Eagle Pass, TX to Fashing, TX covers 173.5 miles and takes about 3h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 57, State Highway 173 South, US 281. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 86.8 miles from Eagle Pass, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.50 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 36m drive. You will face about 17 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 277 Bus / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 98 miles (I 35 / Purple Heart Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 108.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Eagle Pass, TX and Fashing, TX, road signs point toward Jourdanton and Fm 1099.
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