El Paso, TX to Little River-Academy, TX is 610.6 miles and takes about 10 hours 30 minutes via I 10 and US 190, with a fuel budget near $92 and enough daylight to finish in a day if you start early. This long-distance drive primarily traverses the Great Plains region of Texas, offering a straightforward journey across the state. While it's a substantial distance, it's designed to be manageable, especially if you plan for an overnight stop. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to cover ground across Texas, prioritizing direct travel over extensive sightseeing.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
3 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
305.3 miles from El Paso, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 54m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
384.2 mi
6h 7m
United States Highway 190
79.8 mi
1h 37m
Ranch Road 864
42 mi
45m
Central Texas Expressway
33.3 mi
36m
West US Highway 190
16.4 mi
17m
US 183
15.2 mi
15m
East US Highway 190
11.2 mi
11m
Holland Road
8.2 mi
11m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 384.2 mi, about 6h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between El Paso, TX and Little River-Academy, TX.
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Start on North Mesa Street
0.2 mi·24 sec·North Mesa Street
2
Turn right onto East Franklin Avenue
0.2 mi·26 sec·East Franklin Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·50 sec
Toward I 10 East
4
Merge onto I 10; US 180
167 mi·2 hr 43 min·I 10; US 180
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10
217 mi·3 hr 23 min·I 10
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 404Toward Loop 467, RM 864: Fort McKavett
7
Turn left onto Loop 467
263 ft·6 sec·Loop 467
8
Continue on Loop 467
0.2 mi·11 sec·Loop 467
9
Continue on RM 864
42 mi·45 min·Ranch Road 864
10
At end of road, turn right onto US 190
16 mi·17 min·West US Highway 190
11
At end of road, turn left onto US 83; US 190
1.2 mi·1 min·Frisco Avenue
12
Turn right onto US 190
11 mi·11 min·East US Highway 190
13
Continue on US 190
19 mi·27 min·United States Highway 190
14
Continue on US 190
0.9 mi·1 min·Menard Highway
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 87; US 190; US 377
1.4 mi·1 min·Bridge Street
16
At end of road, turn left onto US 87; US 190; US 377
131 ft·1 sec·Commerce Street
17
Turn right onto US 190; US 377
218 ft·5 sec·Church Street
18
Turn right onto US 190; US 377
327 ft·14 sec·Main Street
19
Turn left onto US 190; US 377
0.7 mi·52 sec·Bridge Street
20
Turn right onto US 190
0.1 mi·8 sec·Boy Street
21
Continue on US 190
61 mi·1 hr 9 min·United States Highway 190
22
At end of road, turn right onto US 183; US 190
15 mi·15 min·US 183; US 190
23
Merge onto US 183; US 190; US 281
260 ft·4 sec·North US Highway 281
24
Continue on US 183; US 190; US 281
0.4 mi·38 sec·North Key Avenue
25
Turn left onto FM 580
1.1 mi·1 min·East Avenue J
26
Continue on FM 580
2.6 mi·2 min·East FM 580
27
Turn right onto FM 1715
6.4 mi·8 min·FM 1715
28
At end of road, turn left onto US 190
22 mi·24 min·Central Texas Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Take the exit
0.4 mi·46 sec
Exit 286Toward FM 3470: Stan Schlueter LoopUse the slight right lane.
30
Turn straight onto East Central Texas Expressway
2.5 mi·2 min·East Central Texas Expressway
31
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward US 190 East
32
Merge onto I 14; US 190
12 mi·12 min·Central Texas Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 301Toward I 35 South, TX 317, FM 436: Connell StreetUse the slight right lane.
34
Turn straight onto US 190 Frontage Road
0.8 mi·1 min·US 190 Frontage Road
35
Continue on FM 436
8.2 mi·11 min·Holland Road
36
Arrive at destination
FM 436
Trip Plan
Given the 10.5-hour estimated drive time, splitting this trip over two days is highly recommended to avoid fatigue. Aim to depart early in the morning on your first day to maximize daylight hours, especially if you plan on stopping overnight. With 3 recommended stops, you can break up the 610.6 miles into manageable segments. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without a major town is significant; refuel strategically, particularly before leaving the I 10 corridor. Planning your overnight stop around the halfway point will make the drive much more comfortable.
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 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 305.3 miles from El Paso, TX, or about 4h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 384.2 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 134 miles or 2h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 305.3 miles or 4h 54m 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 305.3 miles or 4h 54m
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 9h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Little River-Academy, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving El Paso, 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 El Paso, TX
Aim for roughly 305 miles and 5.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Little River-Academy, TX
Aim for roughly 305 miles and 5.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 134 miles from El Paso, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 3 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 384.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 601.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|East Franklin Avenue
Turn right onto East Franklin Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
385 mi into trip|~6h 8m in
Take the exit toward Loop 467, RM 864: Fort McKavett
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 404
Toward Loop 467, RM 864: Fort McKavett
6
565 mi into trip|~9h 37m in|US 190 / Central Texas Expressway
At end of road, turn left onto US 190 / Central Texas Expressway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
586.6 mi into trip|~10h 1m in
Take the exit toward FM 3470: Stan Schlueter Loop
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 286
Toward FM 3470: Stan Schlueter Loop
8
601.3 mi into trip|~10h 16m in
Take the exit toward I 35 South, TX 317, FM 436: Connell Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 301
Toward I 35 South, TX 317, FM 436: Connell Stre...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$92.26 one way
$184.53 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg214 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$100.99
$201.98
premium
$4.54
$109.02
$218.04
diesel
$5.61
$134.81
$269.63
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$92
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$222–$332
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 213.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $64 in charging
· 2 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
183.2
2
$64.11
$29.31
Efficient EV
152.7
1
$53.43
$24.42
EV Truck/SUV
244.2
3
$85.48
$39.08
Gas CO2
214 kg
EV CO2
71 kg (67% less)
Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
El Paso, TX
Morning
in El Paso on Saturday
Local time
11:59 AM
MDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Little River-Academy, TX
Afternoon
in Little River-Academy on Saturday
Local time
12:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
20 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
10h 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.
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway drive, with 90% of the journey on major roads like I 10 and US Highway 190. You'll experience a long stretch of 384.2 miles on I 10, which can feel monotonous but allows for consistent progress. As you transition to United States Highway 190 and then Ranch Road 864, the character may shift slightly, offering a different driving experience on these less expansive roads. Expect a journey that's largely about covering distance efficiently, with the bulk of your time spent on high-speed, multi-lane highways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 36 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 384.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and United States Highway 190. You will hit about 24 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near East Franklin Avenue.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 610.6 miles you will encounter 24 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (East Franklin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 385 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 565 miles (US 190 / Central Texas Expressway): Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between El Paso, TX and Little River-Academy, TX, road signs point toward Loop 467 and Rm 864: Fort Mckavett.
El Paso is the sixth largest city in Texas, with 679,000 residents (2020). It is on the United States-Mexico border. The city on the other side of the border is Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua. El Paso is often called the Sun City. Collectively, the city of El Paso and other nearby cities, such as Juarez and Las Cruces, New Mexico are referred to as The Borderland.
Moderate complexity with 3 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
10h 30m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from El Paso, TX to Little River-Academy, TX covers 610.6 miles and takes about 10h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, United States Highway 190, Ranch Road 864. 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 305 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 305.3 miles from El Paso, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $92.26 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 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 610.6 miles you will encounter 24 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (East Franklin Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 385 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 565 miles (US 190 / Central Texas Expressway): Lane positioning matters here.
Between El Paso, TX and Little River-Academy, TX, road signs point toward Loop 467 and Rm 864: Fort Mckavett.
