Origin
Roma, TX
Afternoon in Roma on Sunday
Local time
3:12 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roma, TX to El Paso, TX
Drive Time
12h 30m
Distance
694.3 mi
1,117 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$106
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
12h 20m
★
6 AM
12h 31m
8 AM
12h 54m
10 AM
12h 39m
12 PM
12h 37m
3 PM
12h 40m
5 PM
12h 52m
8 PM
12h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Roma, TX
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El Paso, TX
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Trip Overview
Embarking on the 694.3-mile journey from Roma to El Paso is a significant commitment that spans the Great Plains region. You should plan for approximately 12 hours and 30 minutes of actual drive time, making this a trek that is best tackled over two days rather than a single grueling stint. Budgeting around $106 for fuel is a smart move for this long-distance drive. By utilizing the La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor, US Highway 90 West, and US Highway 285, you will traverse a substantial portion of Texas. This route is ideal for those who prefer the steady rhythm of open-road travel over the density of urban commuting.
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
347.2 miles from Roma, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6h 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a varied experience behind the wheel, as only 44% of this route consists of highways. You will encounter stretches that require sustained focus, most notably the 236.3-mile segment along the La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor. The road’s personality shifts throughout the journey, transitioning from the corridors you start on to the secondary highways that define the latter portions of the trip. Because you are covering such a vast distance, the environment feels open and expansive. Prepare for a drive that demands patience and consistent attention as you navigate these different road types across the state.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor is the longest continuous segment at about 236.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
At 12h 30m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 107.7 miles in near US 83.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 694.3 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 107.7 miles (US 83): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 212.7 miles (US 277 / North Veterans Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 274.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 26 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
107.7 mi into trip
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~2h 6m in
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US 83
Take the exit onto US 83 toward US 83 North: Carrizo Springs, Uvalde
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 18
Toward US 83 North: Carrizo Springs, Uvalde
5
212.7 mi into trip
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~4h in
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US 277 / North Veterans Boulevard
Merge onto US 277 / North Veterans Boulevard
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
274.9 mi into trip
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~5h 12m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
456.7 mi into trip
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~8h 39m in
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Interstate 10 West
At end of road, turn left onto Interstate 10 West
Navigation decision point
8
693.6 mi into trip
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~12h 29m 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 Along This Route
On the drive from Roma, TX to El Paso, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Uvalde along the way.
Uvalde
107.7 mi in
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~2h 6m
|
via US 83
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor | 236.3 mi | 3h 48m |
| US Highway 90 West | 112.9 mi | 2h 7m |
| US Highway 285 | 63.4 mi | 1h 12m |
| US Highway 83 North | 62.2 mi | 1h 4m |
| United States Highway 83 | 54.3 mi | 1h 1m |
| Del Río Boulevard | 47.5 mi | 54m |
| Peña Street | 42.1 mi | 48m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 17.7 mi | 19m |
Longest stretch:
La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
— 236.3 mi, about 3h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roma, TX and El Paso, TX.
1
Start on US 83
258 ft
·
8 sec
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North Grant Street
2
Turn left onto East Franklin Avenue
294 ft
·
18 sec
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East Franklin Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 83
12 mi
·
14 min
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North Garcia Street
4
Continue on US 83
54 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
United States Highway 83
5
Continue on US 83
14 mi
·
15 min
·
North US Highway 83
6
Continue on US 83
5.4 mi
·
8 min
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South Zapata Highway
7
Turn left onto South Meadow Avenue
2.1 mi
·
4 min
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South Meadow Avenue
8
Turn left onto US 83
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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Guadalupe Street
9
Continue on US 83
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
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Houston Street
10
Turn right onto US 83
278 ft
·
5 sec
·
San Dario Avenue
11
Continue on I 35; I 27; US 83
18 mi
·
19 min
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Purple Heart Trail
12
Take the exit onto US 83
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 83
Exit 18
Toward US 83 North: Carrizo Springs, Uvalde
13
Turn left onto US 83
484 ft
·
7 sec
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US Highway 83 North
14
At end of road, turn right onto US 83
62 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
US Highway 83 North
15
Continue on US 83
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
South 1st Street
16
Turn left onto US 277
42 mi
·
48 min
·
Peña Street
17
Take the exit
230 ft
·
6 sec
18
Merge onto US 277
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
North Veterans Boulevard
Use the none lane.
19
Turn right onto US 277
48 mi
·
54 min
·
Del Río Boulevard
20
Turn right onto Loop 79
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Judge Mike L Fernandez Loop
21
Take the exit onto Loop 79
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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Loop 79
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
23
Merge onto US 90
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
US Highway 90 West
24
Continue on US 90
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
United States Highway 90
25
Merge onto US 90
106 mi
·
2 hr
·
US Highway 90 West
26
Continue on US 90
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Oak Street
27
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
28
Merge onto US 285
63 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
US Highway 285
29
Continue on US 285
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Alamo Street
30
Turn left onto I 10 Bus; US 285; US 385
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Dickinson Boulevard
31
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 Bus; US 285
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Dickinson Boulevard
32
Keep slight right at fork onto Redwood Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Redwood Street
33
At end of road, turn left onto Interstate 10 West
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Interstate 10 West
34
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 10 West: El Paso
35
Merge onto I 10; US 67
236 mi
·
3 hr 48 min
·
La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
36
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 19B
Toward Missouri Avenue, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Missouri Avenue
38
Turn left onto TX 20
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Mesa Street
39
Arrive at destination
North Mesa Street
Trip Plan
To manage this 694.3-mile trip effectively, aim to split your driving across two days to stay fresh. With three planned stops integrated into your itinerary, use them to refuel and stretch your legs, keeping your $106 fuel budget in mind as you pace yourself. Leaving early in the morning is essential to avoid fatigue and maximize your daylight hours on the road. Since the longest stretch spans 236.3 miles, ensure your vehicle is fully serviced and your tank is topped off before heading into that section. Prioritizing these breaks will make the transition between the La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor, US Highway 90 West, and US Highway 285 much more manageable.
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 347.2 miles from Roma, TX, or about 6h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 236.3 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 153 miles or 2h 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 347.2 miles or 6h 34m 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 347.2 miles or 6h 34m
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 11h 32m
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 Roma, 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 Roma, TX
Aim for roughly 347 miles and 6.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into El Paso, TX
Aim for roughly 347 miles and 6.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 153 miles from Roma, 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 La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor for about 236.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 347.2 mi from Roma, TX · 6h 34m into the drive
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
229 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
458 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 McCamey, TXOvernight Options
Night 1
347 mi · about 6.3h in
A practical overnight split lands near Eagle Pass, TX after about 347 miles or 6.3 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 153 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 347.2 miles from Roma, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 236.3 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 347 miles or 6.3 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
$106.06 one way
$212.12 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
243 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $116.23 | $232.45 |
| premium | $4.59 | $125.49 | $250.99 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $154.25 | $308.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$106
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$236–$346
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 242.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $73 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 208.3 | 2 | $72.90 | $33.33 |
| Efficient EV | 173.6 | 1 | $60.75 | $27.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 277.7 | 3 | $97.20 | $44.44 |
Gas CO2
243 kg
EV CO2
81 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
Afternoon in El Paso on Sunday
Local time
2:12 PM
MDT
Current temp
55°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
17 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
12h 30m 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 Roma, TX to El Paso, TX covers 694.3 miles and takes about 12h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor, US Highway 90 West, US Highway 285. 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 347 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 347.2 miles from Roma, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $106.06 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 26 significant decision points across 694.3 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 107.7 miles (US 83): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 212.7 miles (US 277 / North Veterans Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 274.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Roma, TX to El Paso, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Uvalde along the way.
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