How far is Fort Hancock, TX from El Paso, TX?
The driving distance from Fort Hancock, TX to El Paso, TX is about 54.1 miles (87.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.4 miles (79.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Hancock and El Paso.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Hancock and El Paso.
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Start on Knox Avenue
10 m · 7 sec · Knox Avenue
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Turn left onto East Tomasini Street
24 m · 6 sec · East Tomasini Street
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Turn right onto Knox Avenue
3230 ft · 1 min · Knox Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1420 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
52.4 mi · 56 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 Fort Hancock and El Paso.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Knox Avenue
Merge slight left
52.4 mi · 00h 56m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Fort Hancock 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 Fort Hancock to El Paso?
The road trip is about 54.1 miles (87.1 km) and usually takes 00h 54m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Fabens is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27 miles from Fort Hancock and 27.1 miles from El Paso.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.4 miles (79.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:42 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.22 one way or $14.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Fort Hancock and Mostly Sunny near El Paso.
Stop Ideas Near Fabens
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Union Depot
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Hancock and El Paso. Straight-line distance: 49.39 mi (79.49 km).
#1 Fort Hancock
Census designated place
| Population | 1,750 |
| Coordinates | 31.2984600, -105.8452500 |
| Altitude | 1091 |
| 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: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $7.22 | $14.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.12 | $16.24 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $8.77 | $17.54 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $7.63 | $15.25 |
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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