Origin
Rollingwood, TX
Late night in Rollingwood on Thursday
Local time
12:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rollingwood, TX to El Paso, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
9h 40m
Distance
575.8 mi
927 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$87
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
9h 31m
★
6 AM
9h 40m
8 AM
9h 57m
10 AM
9h 46m
12 PM
9h 44m
3 PM
9h 47m
5 PM
9h 57m
8 PM
9h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rollingwood, TX
Mark Direen
El Paso, TX
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Trip Overview
This 575.8-mile journey from Rollingwood, TX, to El Paso, TX, will take approximately 9 hours and 40 minutes of pure driving time. Given its length, it's best suited for an overnight split, making for a more relaxed two-day trip. The route primarily utilizes I-10 and connects via West US Highway 290 and South US Highway 281, with 98% of the drive on highways. Expect a fuel cost of around $87 for this long-distance drive across the Great Plains. This is a practical, straightforward trip for those looking to cover ground efficiently between these two Texas points.
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
287.9 miles from Rollingwood, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 4m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a predominantly highway experience on this route, with 98% of the drive taking place on major roads. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 457.8 miles on I-10, which forms the backbone of this trip. While the highway share is high, offering consistent speeds, the nature of such long, uninterrupted stretches can become monotonous for some drivers. The transition from US-290 and US-281 onto I-10 marks the beginning of the most substantial segment of your drive, setting the tone for much of the journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 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.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
4,665 ft
1,829 ft
Total Climb
2,836 ft
Total Descent
951 ft
Highest Point
4,665 ft
~493.6 mi in
Elevation Range
2,836 ft
Notable High Points
4,665 ft at ~493.6 miles
+713 ft prominence
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 2.3 miles in near Loop 1 / South Mopac Expressway.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 575.8 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 2.3 miles (Loop 1 / South Mopac Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.3 mi into trip
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~4m in
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Loop 1 / South Mopac Expressway
Merge onto Loop 1 / South Mopac Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
4.9 mi into trip
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~7m in
Take the exit toward US 290 West, TX 71 West: Johnson City, Llano
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.
Toward US 290 West, TX 71 West: Johnson City, L...
6
5.5 mi into trip
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~8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 290 West, TX 71 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 290 West, TX 71 West
5
5.6 mi into trip
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~9m in
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US 290; TX 71
Merge onto US 290; TX 71
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
575.1 mi into trip
|
~9h 38m 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 Rollingwood, TX to El Paso, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Fredericksburg along the way.
Fredericksburg
46 mi in
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~58m
|
via US 290
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 457.8 mi | 7h 16m |
| West US Highway 290 | 96.7 mi | 1h 50m |
| South US Highway 281 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| East Main Street | 4.6 mi | 9m |
| US 290 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| South Mopac Expressway | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Bee Caves Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West US 290 Bypass Lanes | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 457.8 mi, about 7h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rollingwood, TX and El Paso, TX.
1
Start on Ridgewood Road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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Ridgewood Road
2
Turn right onto Rollingwood Drive
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Rollingwood Drive
3
Turn left onto RM 2244
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Bee Caves Road
4
Turn right onto South Mopac Service Road
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
South Mopac Service Road
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward Loop 1 South
6
Merge onto Loop 1
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South Mopac Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 290 West, TX 71 West: Johnson City, Llano
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
319 ft
·
7 sec
Toward US 290 West, TX 71 West
9
Merge onto US 290; TX 71
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 290; TX 71
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on West US Highway 290 Frontage Rd
447 ft
·
6 sec
·
West US Highway 290 Frontage Rd
11
Continue on West US 290 Frontage Rd
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
West US 290 Frontage Rd
12
Turn straight onto West US 290 Bypass Lanes
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
West US 290 Bypass Lanes
13
Continue on US 290
378 ft
·
4 sec
·
West US Highway 290
14
Continue on US 290
30 mi
·
37 min
·
West US Highway 290
Use the left lane.
15
Merge onto US 281; US 290
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
South US Highway 281
16
Turn left onto US 290
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
Toward Fredericksburg
17
Continue on US 290
27 mi
·
30 min
·
West US Highway 290
18
Continue on US 290
3.5 mi
·
7 min
·
East Main Street
19
Continue on US 290
39 mi
·
42 min
·
West US Highway 290
20
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 West: Fort Stockton
21
Merge onto I 10
458 mi
·
7 hr 16 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 19B
Toward Missouri Avenue, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Missouri Avenue
24
Turn left onto TX 20
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Mesa Street
25
Arrive at destination
North Mesa Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 9-hour, 40-minute drive, plan to break it into two days. Departing early in the morning on your first day will allow you to cover a good portion of the distance before stopping for the night. With two planned stops, you can effectively manage breaks for fuel and rest. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch on I-10, as services can be spaced out. The estimated fuel cost is $87, so budget accordingly for this cross-state trek.
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 287.9 miles from Rollingwood, TX, or about 5h 4m 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 127 miles or 2h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 287.9 miles or 5h 4m 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 287.9 miles or 5h 4m
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 8h 42m
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 Rollingwood, 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 Rollingwood, TX
Aim for roughly 288 miles and 4.8 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into El Paso, TX
Aim for roughly 288 miles and 4.8 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 127 miles from Rollingwood, 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 457.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 287.9 mi from Rollingwood, TX · 5h 4m into the drive
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
190 mi into the route
Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch
This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.
Second major stop
Overnight candidate
380 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Pecos, TXOvernight Options
Night 1
288 mi · about 4.8h in
A practical overnight split lands near Live Oak, TX after about 288 miles or 4.8 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 127 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 287.9 miles from Rollingwood, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 457.8 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 288 miles or 4.8 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$87.00 one way
$174.01 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
202 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $95.23 | $190.47 |
| premium | $4.54 | $102.81 | $205.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $127.13 | $254.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$87
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$217–$327
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 201.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $60 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 172.7 | 2 | $60.46 | $27.64 |
| Efficient EV | 144 | 1 | $50.38 | $23.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 230.3 | 2 | $80.61 | $36.85 |
Gas CO2
201 kg
EV CO2
67 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.
Destination
El Paso, TX
Night in El Paso on Wednesday
Local time
11:23 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
18 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
9h 40m 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 Rollingwood, TX to El Paso, TX covers 575.8 miles and takes about 9h 40m 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, South US Highway 281. 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 288 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 287.9 miles from Rollingwood, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $87.00 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 575.8 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 2.3 miles (Loop 1 / South Mopac Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Rollingwood, TX to El Paso, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Fredericksburg along the way.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 1,829 ft to 4,665 ft elevation with about 2,836 ft of total climbing. There is 1 notable high point along the way.
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