The drive from Lakehills, TX to El Paso, TX covers 536.1 miles and takes about 8h 48m behind the wheel.
It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.
The route leans on I 10, Bandera Highway, State Highway 173 North for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is long-distance drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 488.3 miles on I 10.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $81.01 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
268.1 miles from Lakehills, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 32m 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.
At 536.1 miles and 8h 48m of driving, this is a route where fuel stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single turn. The main roads are I 10 and Bandera Highway.
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 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 488.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Bandera Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near PR 37 / Park Road 37.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 8h 48m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 10 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (PR 37 / Park Road 37): Navigation decision point; at 46.2 miles (TX 16 / Sidney Baker Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 46.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.5 mi into trip|~2m in|PR 37 / Park Road 37
At end of road, turn left onto PR 37 / Park Road 37
Navigation decision point
5
46.2 mi into trip|~59m in|TX 16 / Sidney Baker Street
Turn right onto TX 16 / Sidney Baker Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
46.7 mi into trip|~1h in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
47 mi into trip|~1h 1m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
535.4 mi into trip|~8h 47m 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 10
488.3 mi
7h 45m
Bandera Highway
10.9 mi
12m
State Highway 173 North
10.9 mi
12m
FM 1283
9.2 mi
11m
State Highway 16 South
8.9 mi
11m
Veterans Highway
4.3 mi
6m
Park Road 37
1 mi
1m
13th Street
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 488.3 mi, about 7h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakehills, TX and El Paso, TX.
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Start on Upland Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Upland Drive
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At end of road, turn left onto PR 37
1.0 mi·1 min·Park Road 37
3
Turn left onto FM 1283
9.2 mi·11 min·FM 1283
4
Turn left onto TX 16
8.9 mi·11 min·State Highway 16 South
5
Turn right onto 13th Street
0.5 mi·1 min·13th Street
6
At end of road, turn right onto TX 173
11 mi·12 min·State Highway 173 North
7
Continue on TX 173
11 mi·12 min·Bandera Highway
8
Turn slight right
241 ft·8 sec
9
Turn slight right onto Loop 534
4.3 mi·6 min·Veterans Highway
10
Turn right onto TX 16
0.3 mi·30 sec·Sidney Baker Street
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on TX 16
0.2 mi·26 sec·Fredericksburg Road
12
Turn left
0.4 mi·48 sec
Use the left lane.
13
Merge onto I 10
488 mi·7 hr 45 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
16
Turn left onto TX 20
0.3 mi·27 sec·North Mesa Street
17
Arrive at destination
North Mesa Street
Trip Plan
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 268.1 miles from Lakehills, TX, or about 4h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 488.3 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 118 miles or 2h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 268.1 miles or 4h 32m 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 268.1 miles or 4h 32m
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 7h 50m
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 Lakehills, 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 Lakehills, TX
Aim for roughly 268 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into El Paso, TX
Aim for roughly 268 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 118 miles from Lakehills, 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 10 for about 488.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 268.1 mi from Lakehills, TX
· 4h 32m 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 536.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$81.01 one way
$162.01 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg188 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$88.67
$177.34
premium
$4.54
$95.72
$191.43
diesel
$5.61
$118.36
$236.73
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$81
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$211–$321
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 187.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $56 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
160.8
1
$56.29
$25.73
Efficient EV
134
1
$46.91
$21.44
EV Truck/SUV
214.4
2
$75.05
$34.31
Gas CO2
188 kg
EV CO2
63 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 18, 2026
Origin
Lakehills, TX
Late night
in Lakehills on Saturday
Local time
1:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
El Paso, TX
Late night
in El Paso on Saturday
Local time
12:31 AM
MDT
Current temp
54°F
Mostly Clear
NNW 6 to 14 mph0% chanceLive 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
7 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
8h 48m 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 Lakehills, TX to El Paso, TX covers 536.1 miles and takes about 8h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Bandera Highway, State Highway 173 North. 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 268 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 268.1 miles from Lakehills, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $81.01 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 8h 48m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 10 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (PR 37 / Park Road 37): Navigation decision point; at 46.2 miles (TX 16 / Sidney Baker Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 46.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lakehills, TX to El Paso, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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.
