How far is El Paso, TX from Potosi, TX?
The driving distance from El Paso, TX to Potosi, TX is about 465.6 miles (749.3 km), with a travel time of about 07h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 401.9 miles (646.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 15h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM MST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 07h 46m.
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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between El Paso and Potosi.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between El Paso and Potosi.
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Start on North Mesa Street
1071 ft · 24 sec · North Mesa Street
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Turn right onto East Franklin Avenue
995 ft · 26 sec · East Franklin Avenue
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Take the ramp straight toward I 10 East
2078 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
166.8 mi · 2 hr 43 min
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Keep slight left
277.2 mi · 4 hr 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 20 Business East, FM 707: Tye
90 m · 10 sec
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Turn straight onto West Interstate 20
1010 ft · 31 sec · West Interstate 20
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Turn right onto Scott Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · Scott Street
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Continue on South FM 707
13.9 mi · 16 min · South FM 707
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Turn right
4.9 mi · 9 min
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Turn left onto Potosi Road
97 m · 14 sec · Potosi Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Potosi Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between El Paso and Potosi.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 10 East
Keep slight left
277 mi · 04h 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.
Mostly Sunny leaving El Paso and Chance Rain Showers near Potosi.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from El Paso to Potosi?
The road trip is about 465.6 miles (749.3 km) and usually takes 07h 46m 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?
Pyote is a useful midpoint, sitting about 232.5 miles from El Paso and 233.1 miles from Potosi.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 401.9 miles (646.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 63.7 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 MST. 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 $57.70 one way or $115.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 146 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between El Paso and Potosi, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around El Paso and Chance Rain Showers near Potosi.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between El Paso and Potosi. Straight-line distance: 401.9 mi (646.8 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Potosi
Potosi is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 32.3293000, -99.6564700 |
| Altitude | 555 |
| Country | United States |
End: Potosi (-99.65647, 32.3293)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 749 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 15h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 09h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.51 | $57.70 | $115.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.03 | $66.18 | $132.36 |
| Premium | $4.41 | $72.44 | $144.88 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $92.40 | $184.80 |
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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