How far is Aransas Pass, TX from El Paso, TX?
Fastest route
The distance from Aransas Pass, Texas to El Paso, Texas is approximately 701 miles (1,128 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 10 hours and 46 minutes. Here are the directions for your journey:
Directions
- Start your journey on Cleveland Blvd/W Wheeler Ave, heading southeast toward Harrison Blvd.
- Make a U-turn at Harrison Blvd.
- Continue on W Wheeler Ave and follow it until you reach TX-35 S.
- Take the exit toward US-181 N.
- Use any lane to take the ramp onto US-181 N.
- Use the left lane to take the ramp onto TX-89 N.
- Turn left onto the ramp to Corpus Christi.
- Take the TX-188 exit toward Rockport/Fulton.
- Turn right onto TX-188 W (signs for Mathis).
- Turn right onto I-37 Frontage Rd.
- Slight left to merge onto I-37 N.
- Take exit 88 for Farm to Market Rd 1099 toward Campbellton.
- Turn right onto US-281 ALT N.
- Turn left onto TX-97 W/FM140 Truck W/Hindes Ave.
- Continue to follow TX-97 W/FM140 Truck W.
- Follow FM140 W until you reach US-90 W/W Main St in Uvalde.
- Continue straight onto FM140 W.
- Turn right onto E Comal St.
- Continue straight onto FM140 W/W Comal St.
- Continue to follow FM140 W.
- Turn right onto S Getty St.
- Follow US-90 W, US Hwy 285 N, and I-10 to E Missouri Ave in El Paso.
- Take exit 19B from I-10.
- Turn left onto US-90 W/W Main St.
- Continue to follow US-90 W.
- Turn right to merge onto US-90.
- Continue straight to stay on US-90.
- Keep right to stay on US-90.
- Turn right onto US Hwy 285 N.
- Turn left onto I-10BL W/E Dickinson Blvd.
- Pass by Dairy Queen on the right.
- Turn left onto Interstate 10 Service Rd.
- Take the ramp on the left onto I-10.
- Take exit 19B toward Downtown Convention Ctr/Tourist Information Museums.
- Merge onto E Missouri Ave.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto N Kansas St.
- Turn left onto E Mills Ave.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Consider using a GPS navigation system or a mapping app on your smartphone to help guide you along the way.
- ⛽ Make sure to have enough fuel in your vehicle before embarking on the journey. Plan your fuel stops accordingly.
- 🍴 Pack some snacks and water for the road, especially for the longer stretches between towns and rest areas.
- 🚧 Stay updated on traffic conditions and potential road closures by checking a reliable traffic information source before and during your trip.
- 🕒 Take breaks during your journey to stretch your legs, relax, and rejuvenate.
- 🛣️ Follow the posted speed limits and obey all traffic laws to ensure a safe and smooth journey.
- 🏨 If your journey involves an overnight stay, consider booking accommodations in advance to secure a comfortable place to rest.
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Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 10h 31m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Aransas Pass and El Paso.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aransas Pass and El Paso.
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Start on Harrison Boulevard
60 m · 4 sec · Harrison Boulevard
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Continue on West Wheeler Avenue
1.9 mi · 4 min · West Wheeler Avenue
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Turn right onto FM 1069 North
1294 ft · 30 sec · FM 1069 North
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Take the ramp left
2308 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto State Highway 35 Bypass
5.9 mi · 7 min · State Highway 35 Bypass
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Take the exit slight right toward US 181, TX 361, North
1979 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight right
1009 ft · 25 sec
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Turn straight
1.5 mi · 3 min
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Take the ramp straight
2101 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left onto US Highway 181
5.3 mi · 6 min · US Highway 181
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Continue on Railroad Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Railroad Avenue
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Continue on US Highway 181
6 mi · 7 min · US Highway 181
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Continue on State Highway 89
2.7 mi · 3 min · State Highway 89
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Take the exit left
1755 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Texas 188: Sinton
2309 ft · 1 min
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Turn right
15 mi · 19 min
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Turn right onto I-37 Access Road
1127 ft · 23 sec · I-37 Access Road
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Take the ramp slight left
939 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
109.6 mi · 1 hr 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Cesar Estrada Chavez Boulevard, Alamodome
1054 ft · 28 sec
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Turn left onto East César E. Chávez Boulevard
1.4 mi · 3 min · East César E. Chávez Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight toward I 10 West, I 35 North
1303 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Pan Am Expressway
28 m · 1 sec · South Pan Am Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West, US 87 North: El Paso
1.4 km · 1 min · McDermott Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on McDermott Freeway
14.6 mi · 17 min · McDermott Freeway
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Keep slight right
535.3 mi · 8 hr 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Missouri Avenue, Downtown
851 ft · 21 sec
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Turn straight onto East Missouri Avenue
1799 ft · 49 sec · East Missouri Avenue
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Turn left onto North Mesa Street
1398 ft · 27 sec · North Mesa Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Mesa Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Aransas Pass and El Paso.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
McDermott Freeway
Keep slight right
535 mi · 08h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Aransas Pass and Mostly Sunny near El Paso.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Aransas Pass to El Paso?
The road trip is about 708.2 miles (1139.7 km) and usually takes 10h 31m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ozona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 353.2 miles from Aransas Pass and 355 miles from El Paso.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 619.3 miles (996.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 88.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $94.44 one way or $188.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 222.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Aransas Pass and El Paso, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Aransas Pass and Mostly Sunny near El Paso.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Aransas Pass and El Paso. Straight-line distance: 619.28 mi (996.63 km).
#1 Aransas Pass
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 8,496 |
| Coordinates | 27.9094700, -97.1499900 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 El Paso
The twenty-third most populous city in the United States and the center of the El Paso metropolitan area.
| Population | 681,534 |
| Coordinates | 31.7587200, -106.4869300 |
| Altitude | 1133 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Mesa Street (-106.487016, 31.758664)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 1140 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 23h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 17h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 14h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 11h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 10h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 08h 50m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $94.44 | $188.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $106.26 | $212.51 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $114.73 | $229.46 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $99.79 | $199.57 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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