Origin
El Paso, TX
Afternoon in El Paso on Monday
Local time
2:28 PM
MDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from El Paso, TX to Socorro, TX
Drive Time
22m
Distance
15.3 mi
25 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
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6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
El Paso, TX
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Socorro, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from El Paso, TX to Socorro, TX covers 15.3 miles and takes about 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on César Chávez Border Highway, Socorro Road, East Paisano Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.9 miles on César Chávez Border Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.34 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
7.6 miles from El Paso, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 22m drive with frequent turns across 15.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
César Chávez Border Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 10.9 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 22m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.4 miles (FM 258 / Socorro Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.9 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the ramp toward Loop 375 East
Navigation decision point
Toward Loop 375 East
8
12.6 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward FM 258, TX 20: Pan American Drive, Socorro Road, Alameda Avenue
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 47
Toward FM 258, TX 20: Pan American Drive, Socor...
4
13.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
FM 258 / Socorro Road
Turn right onto FM 258 / Socorro Road
Navigation decision point
4
15.3 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Towns Along This Route
Between El Paso, TX and Socorro, TX, road signs point toward Loop 375 East and Fm 258.
Loop 375 East
0.9 mi in
|
~1m
Fm 258
12.6 mi in
|
~17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| César Chávez Border Highway | 10.9 mi | 14m |
| Socorro Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| East Paisano Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Americas Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Mesa Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
César Chávez Border Highway
— 10.9 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between El Paso, TX and Socorro, TX.
1
Start on North Mesa Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
North Mesa Street
2
Turn left onto US 62; US 85
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
East Paisano Drive
3
Continue on US 62
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
East Paisano Drive
4
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward Loop 375 East
5
Continue on Loop 375
11 mi
·
14 min
·
César Chávez Border Highway
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 47
Toward FM 258, TX 20: Pan American Drive, Socorro Road, Alameda Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn straight onto South Americas Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Americas Avenue
8
Turn right onto FM 258
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Socorro Road
9
Turn left
139 ft
·
10 sec
10
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 7.6 miles from El Paso, TX, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.9 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 15.3 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.6 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Socorro, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from El Paso, TX
This is one driving day of about 15.3 miles and 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from El Paso, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on César Chávez Border Highway for about 10.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.6 mi from El Paso, TX · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia, TX
8 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
Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia, TX
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 15.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia, TX
Meal breakThe midpoint is around 7.6 miles from El Paso, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Socorro, TX
The final approach into Socorro, 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 Socorro, 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
$2.34 one way
$4.67 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.56 | $5.12 |
| premium | $4.59 | $2.77 | $5.53 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.40 | $6.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.61 | $0.73 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.34 | $0.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Socorro, TX
Afternoon in Socorro on Monday
Local time
2:28 PM
MDT
Current temp
52°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
3 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
22m 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 El Paso, TX to Socorro, TX covers 15.3 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are César Chávez Border Highway, Socorro Road, East Paisano Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.6 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 $2.34 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 22m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.4 miles (FM 258 / Socorro Road): Navigation decision point.
Between El Paso, TX and Socorro, TX, road signs point toward Loop 375 East and Fm 258.
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