How far is Ballinger, TX from El Paso, TX?
The driving distance from Ballinger, TX to El Paso, TX is about 443.1 miles (713.1 km), with a travel time of about 06h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 384.2 miles (618.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 13h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
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City in Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ballinger and El Paso.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ballinger and El Paso.
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Start on North 7th Street
156 m · 17 sec · North 7th Street
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Turn right onto Railroad Avenue
121 m · 17 sec · Railroad Avenue
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Turn left onto North Broadway Street
23.9 mi · 26 min · North Broadway Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
11.8 mi · 13 min · West Main Street
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Continue on Commerce Street
34.6 mi · 36 min · Commerce Street
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Turn right onto 4th Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · 4th Street
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Turn straight onto US Highway 87 North
2.6 mi · 3 min · US Highway 87 North
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Take the exit slight left toward SH 158 West: Midland
62.7 mi · 1 hr 12 min
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Turn left onto East Interstate 20
1400 ft · 30 sec · East Interstate 20
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 West: Odessa
997 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
5.9 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
132.2 mi · 2 hr 8 min
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Merge slight left
166.7 mi · 2 hr 43 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 Ballinger and El Paso.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 20 West
Merge slight left
167 mi · 02h 43m
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.
Sunny leaving Ballinger and Sunny near El Paso.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ballinger to El Paso?
The road trip is about 443.1 miles (713.1 km) and usually takes 06h 47m 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?
Barstow is a useful midpoint, sitting about 221.3 miles from Ballinger and 221.8 miles from El Paso.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 384.2 miles (618.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 58.9 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 $59.07 one way or $118.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 138.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Ballinger and El Paso, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ballinger and Sunny near El Paso.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ballinger and El Paso. Straight-line distance: 384.18 mi (618.27 km).
#1 Ballinger
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 3,689 |
| Coordinates | 31.7382100, -99.9473100 |
| Altitude | 496 |
| 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: 713 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 14h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $59.07 | $118.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $66.46 | $132.92 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $71.76 | $143.51 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $62.41 | $124.82 |
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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