Hurst, TX to El Paso, TX is 615.7 miles and takes about 10 hours 20 minutes via I-20 and I-10, with a fuel budget near $93 and an overnight recommendation. This long-distance drive traverses the Great Plains, beginning in North Texas and heading west across the state. You'll encounter a landscape that's predominantly flat and open for much of the journey. Given the 10-hour driving time, splitting this into two days is a practical approach to avoid fatigue and make the trip more manageable.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
307.8 miles from Hurst, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 5h 15m into the drive
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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.
This route is characterized by its high highway share, with 99% of the drive on interstates, primarily I-20 and I-10. Expect long, straight stretches of road as you cover 615.7 miles. The longest uninterrupted segment spans 421 miles, mostly on I-20, which means you'll be on the interstate for extended periods. This profile suggests a drive focused on covering distance efficiently, with minimal deviations from major highways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 20 is the longest continuous segment at about 421 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in near TX 121 / Airport Freeway.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 615.7 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 2.9 miles (TX 121 / Airport Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.8 miles (US 287; US 377): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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2.9 mi into trip|~5m in|TX 121 / Airport Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 121 / Airport Freeway toward TX 121 South: Downtown, Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 25A
Toward TX 121 South: Downtown, Fort Worth
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10.1 mi into trip|~14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35W South, US 287 South, US 377 South: Waco
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 35W South, US 287 South, US 377 South:...
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10.8 mi into trip|~15m in|US 287; US 377
Take the exit onto US 287; US 377 toward I 30, US 287 South, US 377 South, TX 180: Dallas, Abilene
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 51
Toward I 30, US 287 South, US 377 South, TX 180...
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11.1 mi into trip|~15m in|US 377
Keep slight right at fork onto US 377 toward I 30 West, US 377 South, TX 180 West: Abilene
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 30 West, US 377 South, TX 180 West: Ab...
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614.9 mi into trip|~10h 18m 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
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 20
421 mi
7h
I 10
166.7 mi
2h 43m
US 377
16.2 mi
19m
Airport Freeway
7.7 mi
8m
West Pipeline Road
2.1 mi
4m
East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
US 287
0.3 mi
<1m
North Mesa Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 421 mi, about 7h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hurst, TX and El Paso, TX.
1
Start on Harrison Lane
51 ft·9 sec·Harrison Lane
2
Turn left onto West Pipeline Road
2.1 mi·4 min·West Pipeline Road
3
Turn left onto Northeast Loop 820
0.1 mi·11 sec·Northeast Loop 820
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·25 sec
Toward I 820 South
5
Merge onto I 820; TX 121; TX 183
0.5 mi·36 sec·Airport Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 121
0.2 mi·16 sec·Airport Freeway
Exit 25AToward TX 121 South: Downtown, Fort WorthUse the slight right lane.
7
Continue on TX 121
6.9 mi·8 min·Airport Freeway
Exit 24BToward TX 121 South: Downtown, Ft WorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·41 sec
Toward I 35W South, US 287 South, US 377 South: WacoUse the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 35W; US 287; US 377
0.2 mi·21 sec·North South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto US 287; US 377
0.3 mi·43 sec·US 287; US 377
Exit 51Toward I 30, US 287 South, US 377 South, TX 180: Dallas, AbileneUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 377
16 mi·19 min·US 377
Toward I 30 West, US 377 South, TX 180 West: AbileneUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 20
421 mi·7 hr·I 20
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 10
167 mi·2 hr 43 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 19BToward Missouri Avenue, DowntownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi·49 sec·East Missouri Avenue
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Turn left onto TX 20
0.3 mi·27 sec·North Mesa Street
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Arrive at destination
North Mesa Street
Trip Plan
For this 10-hour, 20-minute drive, plan for an overnight stop to break up the 615.7 miles. Leaving early in the morning from Hurst, TX, will allow you to cover significant ground on I-20. Your second day will focus on I-10 as you approach El Paso, TX. With 99% highway driving, keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 421-mile stretch on I-20, as services can be spread out. Consider stopping for the night around the halfway point to ensure a well-rested arrival.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 307.8 miles from Hurst, TX, or about 5h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 421 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 135 miles or 2h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 307.8 miles or 5h 15m 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 307.8 miles or 5h 15m
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 20m
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 Hurst, 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 Hurst, TX
Aim for roughly 308 miles and 5.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into El Paso, TX
Aim for roughly 308 miles and 5.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 135 miles from Hurst, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 421 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 307.8 mi from Hurst, TX
· 5h 15m 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 615.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$91.60 one way
$183.21 round trip
$3.78/gal25.4 MPG avg215 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.25
$103.07
$206.14
premium
$4.59
$111.29
$222.57
diesel
$3.99
$96.79
$193.58
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: 215.4 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $65 in charging
· 2 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
184.7
2
$64.65
$29.55
Efficient EV
153.9
1
$53.87
$24.63
EV Truck/SUV
246.3
3
$86.20
$39.40
Gas CO2
215 kg
EV CO2
72 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
Hurst, TX
Late night
in Hurst on Saturday
Local time
4:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
El Paso, TX
Late night
in El Paso on Saturday
Local time
3:55 AM
MDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Sweetwater, TX
203 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
11 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
10h 20m 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 Hurst, TX to El Paso, TX covers 615.7 miles and takes about 10h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, I 10, US 377. 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 308 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 307.8 miles from Hurst, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $91.60 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 2 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 14 significant decision points across 615.7 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 2.9 miles (TX 121 / Airport Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.8 miles (US 287; US 377): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Hurst, TX to El Paso, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Chamizal National Memorial.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
