Embark on an extensive 814.4-mile journey from Fannett, Texas, to El Paso, Texas. This long-distance drive is estimated to take around 13 hours and 41 minutes, making it best split over two recommended days rather than attempting it as a single day trip. The majority of your travel, 96%, will be on major highways, primarily I-10, with brief sections on Anderson Loop and Farm-to-Market Road 1518. Expect a fuel cost of approximately $123 for this extensive cross-state excursion. Both your starting point in the Great Plains and your destination are within Texas, providing a consistent regional backdrop for this lengthy trek across the state.
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
407.2 miles from Fannett, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 7h 9m into the drive
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Drive Character
This is a predominantly highway-driven route, with 96% of the travel occurring on major roads like I-10. You'll experience a long-distance drive characterized by sustained highway speeds for significant portions. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers an impressive 782.8 miles, all on I-10, meaning you'll have long periods of consistent driving. While there are brief deviations onto Anderson Loop and Farm-to-Market Road 1518, the core of this trip is about covering ground efficiently on the interstate. Prepare for a consistent driving experience with minimal technical or winding sections.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 782.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Anderson Loop. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near I 10.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 814.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 248 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 276.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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1.7 mi into trip|~2m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
248 mi into trip|~4h 27m in
Take the exit toward TX 1518: Schertz
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 591
Toward TX 1518: Schertz
6
276.3 mi into trip|~5h 3m in
Take the exit toward Frontage Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Frontage Road
6
278.3 mi into trip|~5h 6m in|I 10; US 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
813.6 mi into trip|~13h 39m in
Take the exit toward Missouri Avenue, Downtown
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 19B
Toward Missouri Avenue, Downtown
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Fannett, TX to El Paso, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 1604 North along the way.
Loop 1604 North
255.9 mi in|~4h 41m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
782.8 mi
12h 59m
Anderson Loop
20.4 mi
22m
Farm-to-Market Road 1518
5.4 mi
9m
Gordon A Blake Highway
2 mi
3m
Farm to Market Road 365
1.3 mi
2m
East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Interstate 10 West
0.3 mi
<1m
North Mesa Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 782.8 mi, about 12h 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fannett, TX and El Paso, TX.
1
Start on TX 124
35 ft·3 sec·State Highway 124
2
Turn right onto FM 365
1.3 mi·2 min·Farm to Market Road 365
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
4
Merge onto I 10
244 mi·4 hr 22 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10; US 90; TX 130
1.9 mi·1 min·I 10; US 90; TX 130
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi·14 sec
Exit 591Toward TX 1518: SchertzUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn straight onto Interstate 10 East
0.1 mi·21 sec·Interstate 10 East
8
Turn right onto FM 1518
5.4 mi·9 min·Farm-to-Market Road 1518
9
At end of road, turn left onto FM 78
2.0 mi·3 min·Gordon A Blake Highway
10
Turn left
0.2 mi·21 sec
11
Take the ramp
265 ft·6 sec
Toward Loop 1604 North
12
Merge onto Loop 1604
20 mi·22 min·Anderson Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward Frontage RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto North Loop 1604 West
0.2 mi·25 sec·North Loop 1604 West
15
Turn right onto Interstate 10 West
0.3 mi·24 sec·Interstate 10 West
16
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·19 sec
Toward I 10 West, US 87 North
17
Merge onto I 10; US 87
1.1 mi·1 min·I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
535 mi·8 hr 33 min·I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 19BToward Missouri Avenue, DowntownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi·49 sec·East Missouri Avenue
21
Turn left onto TX 20
0.3 mi·27 sec·North Mesa Street
22
Arrive at destination
North Mesa Street
Trip Plan
Given the 13-hour and 41-minute duration, planning for an overnight stop is essential. Aim to depart early in the morning to maximize daylight driving and allow for three planned stops to rest and refuel. With 814.4 miles to cover, breaking this into two days will make the trip much more manageable. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch on I-10, as services can sometimes be spread out in certain Texas stretches. The estimated fuel cost is $123, so budget accordingly for gas stations along the way.
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 407.2 miles from Fannett, TX, or about 7h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 782.8 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 179 miles or 3h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 407.2 miles or 7h 9m 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 407.2 miles or 7h 9m
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 12h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near El Paso, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fannett, 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 Fannett, TX
Aim for roughly 407 miles and 6.8 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into El Paso, TX
Aim for roughly 407 miles and 6.8 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 179 miles from Fannett, 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 782.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 407.2 mi from Fannett, TX
· 7h 9m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
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...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Free
near mile 814.4
Welcome to San Antonio Missions, a National Park Service site and the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas. Each mission in the park is a center of community and has been since the early 1700s. Th...
19 mi from route
~47 min detour
Free
near mile 252.7
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park tells the story of our 36th president beginning with his ancestors until his final resting place on his beloved LBJ Ranch. This entire "circle of life" gives...
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
Free
near mile 308.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$123.06 one way
$246.12 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg285 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$134.70
$269.39
premium
$4.54
$145.41
$290.81
diesel
$5.61
$179.81
$359.62
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$123
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$253–$363
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 284.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $86 in charging
· 3 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
244.3
3
$85.51
$39.09
Efficient EV
203.6
2
$71.26
$32.58
EV Truck/SUV
325.8
4
$114.02
$52.12
Gas CO2
285 kg
EV CO2
95 kg (67% less)
Plan for 3 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 17, 2026
Origin
Fannett, TX
Evening
in Fannett on Friday
Local time
6:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
El Paso, TX
Evening
in El Paso on Friday
Local time
5:57 PM
MDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Big Lake, TX
538 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.
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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
4 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
13h 41m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Fannett, TX to El Paso, TX covers 814.4 miles and takes about 13h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Anderson Loop, Farm-to-Market Road 1518. 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 407 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 407.2 miles from Fannett, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $123.06 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 is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 814.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 248 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 276.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Fannett, TX to El Paso, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 1604 North along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Chamizal National Memorial, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
