This 770.7-mile journey from Groveton, TX, to El Paso, TX, will take approximately 13 hours and 32 minutes of driving time. Given its length, it's best planned as a two-day trip rather than a single day's undertaking. The primary roads guiding you are I-10, West US Highway 290, and West State Highway 21, with 95% of the drive being on highways. You'll be spending roughly $116 on fuel for this cross-state adventure. The route offers a long-distance driving profile, crossing the expansive Great Plains region of Texas, so prepare for a significant stretch of road.
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
385.4 miles from Groveton, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 7h 23m into the drive
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 95% of the mileage covered on major roads like I-10. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a substantial 457.8 miles on I-10, meaning you'll have extended periods of consistent driving. While the highway share is high, the initial and final segments on US-290 and SH-21 might offer a slight change of pace before merging onto the interstate. Overall, the drive is characterized by its long-distance, highway-centric nature.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 40 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 457.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and West US Highway 290. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19.2 miles in near TX 19 / North Robb Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 770.7 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 19.2 miles (TX 19 / North Robb Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 165.8 miles (TX 95 / State Highway 95): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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19.2 mi into trip|~28m in|TX 19 / North Robb Street
Turn left onto TX 19 / North Robb Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
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37.6 mi into trip|~49m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
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165.8 mi into trip|~3h 21m in|TX 95 / State Highway 95
Turn left onto TX 95 / State Highway 95
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
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198.1 mi into trip|~3h 58m in|US 290; TX 71
Keep slight left at fork onto US 290; TX 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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770 mi into trip|~13h 30m 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 Groveton, TX to El Paso, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Fredericksburg along the way.
Fredericksburg
240.9 mi in|~4h 50m|via US 290
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
457.8 mi
7h 16m
West US Highway 290
96.7 mi
1h 50m
West State Highway 21
71.4 mi
1h 20m
State Highway 30 West
46.6 mi
54m
North Robb Street
18.5 mi
21m
TX 21
17.1 mi
19m
TX 94
16.5 mi
24m
East Ben White Boulevard
7.4 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 457.8 mi, about 7h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Groveton, TX and El Paso, TX.
1
Start on US 287
0.6 mi·56 sec·1st Street
2
Continue on US 287; TX 94
2.0 mi·3 min·Sunset Road
3
Turn left onto TX 94
17 mi·24 min·TX 94
4
Turn left onto TX 19
18 mi·21 min·North Robb Street
Use the slight right lane.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Use the slight right lane.
6
Turn right onto TX 30
0.8 mi·1 min·Riverside Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on TX 30
0.1 mi·22 sec·Riverside Drive
8
Continue on US 190; TX 30
1.7 mi·2 min·11th Street
9
Continue on TX 30
47 mi·54 min·State Highway 30 West
10
Continue on FM 158
0.7 mi·1 min·Farm-to-Market Road 158
11
Continue on FM 158
3.3 mi·5 min·Boonville Road
12
Continue on FM 158
2.2 mi·3 min·East William J Bryan Parkway
13
Continue on FM 158
1.0 mi·1 min·West William J Bryan Parkway
14
Turn left onto TX 21
71 mi·1 hr 20 min·West State Highway 21
15
Turn left onto TX 95
0.3 mi·29 sec·State Highway 95
Use the left / straight lanes.
16
Turn right onto TX 21
409 ft·10 sec·State Highway 71 East
Use the right lane.
17
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward TX 21 West, TX 71 West
18
Merge onto TX 21; TX 71
2.2 mi·2 min·State Highway 71 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on TX 71; TX 21
0.7 mi·49 sec·TX 71; TX 21
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on TX 21; TX 71
17 mi·19 min·TX 21; TX 71
21
Continue on 71 Toll
1.9 mi·2 min·Bastrop Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on TX 71
2.2 mi·2 min·East State Highway 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on TX 71
7.4 mi·8 min·East Ben White Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork onto US 290; TX 71
6.1 mi·7 min·US 290; TX 71
Use the straight lane.
25
Continue on West US Highway 290 Frontage Rd
447 ft·6 sec·West US Highway 290 Frontage Rd
26
Continue on West US 290 Frontage Rd
0.3 mi·23 sec·West US 290 Frontage Rd
27
Turn straight onto West US 290 Bypass Lanes
0.5 mi·33 sec·West US 290 Bypass Lanes
28
Continue on US 290
378 ft·4 sec·West US Highway 290
29
Continue on US 290
30 mi·37 min·West US Highway 290
Use the left lane.
30
Merge onto US 281; US 290
5.4 mi·6 min·South US Highway 281
31
Turn left onto US 290
1.1 mi·1 min·East Main Street
Toward Fredericksburg
32
Continue on US 290
27 mi·30 min·West US Highway 290
33
Continue on US 290
3.5 mi·7 min·East Main Street
34
Continue on US 290
39 mi·42 min·West US Highway 290
35
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 10 West: Fort Stockton
36
Merge onto I 10
458 mi·7 hr 16 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 19BToward Missouri Avenue, DowntownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi·49 sec·East Missouri Avenue
39
Turn left onto TX 20
0.3 mi·27 sec·North Mesa Street
40
Arrive at destination
North Mesa Street
Trip Plan
For this 13-hour, 32-minute drive, splitting it over two days is highly recommended to avoid fatigue. Plan to depart early on your first day to maximize daylight hours. With three recommended stops, you can strategically break up the 770.7 miles. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 457.8-mile stretch on I-10, as services can be spread out. Budget around $116 for fuel, and aim to complete roughly half the distance on day one, perhaps around the halfway point of the drive time or mileage.
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 385.4 miles from Groveton, TX, or about 7h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 457.8 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 170 miles or 3h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 385.4 miles or 7h 23m 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 385.4 miles or 7h 23m
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 33m
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 Groveton, 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 Groveton, TX
Aim for roughly 385 miles and 6.8 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into El Paso, TX
Aim for roughly 385 miles and 6.8 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 170 miles from Groveton, 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 457.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 385.4 mi from Groveton, TX
· 7h 23m into the drive
The midpoint is around 385.4 miles from Groveton, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 457.8 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stop
For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 385 miles or 6.8 hours on the road.
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.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach El Paso, TX with some flexibility left in the schedule.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
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 770.7
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...
12 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 265.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$116.45 one way
$232.91 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg270 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$127.47
$254.94
premium
$4.54
$137.60
$275.21
diesel
$5.61
$170.16
$340.32
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$116
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$246–$356
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 269.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $81 in charging
· 2 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
231.2
2
$80.92
$36.99
Efficient EV
192.7
2
$67.44
$30.83
EV Truck/SUV
308.3
3
$107.90
$49.32
Gas CO2
270 kg
EV CO2
90 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
Groveton, TX
Late night
in Groveton on Friday
Local time
12:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
El Paso, TX
Night
in El Paso on Thursday
Local time
11:10 PM
MDT
Current temp
85°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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
12 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 32m 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 Groveton, TX to El Paso, TX covers 770.7 miles and takes about 13h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, West US Highway 290, West State Highway 21. 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 385 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 385.4 miles from Groveton, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $116.45 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 15 significant decision points across 770.7 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 19.2 miles (TX 19 / North Robb Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 165.8 miles (TX 95 / State Highway 95): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Groveton, TX to El Paso, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Fredericksburg along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Chamizal National Memorial and Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park.
