How far is Goldthwaite, TX from El Paso, TX?
The driving distance from Goldthwaite, TX to El Paso, TX is about 548.7 miles (883 km), with a travel time of about 08h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 466.2 miles (750.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 16h 56m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Goldthwaite and El Paso.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goldthwaite and El Paso.
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Start on the route
11 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto 4th Street
549 ft · 23 sec · 4th Street
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Turn left onto Fisher Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · Fisher Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
30.4 mi · 35 min
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Turn left onto Early Boulevard
1.7 mi · 2 min · Early Boulevard
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Continue on East Commerce Street
22 mi · 25 min · East Commerce Street
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Keep slight left to continue on US 67
22 mi · 24 min · US 67
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Continue on 2nd Street
1.1 mi · 1 min · 2nd Street
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Continue on US 67
14.8 mi · 16 min · US 67
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Turn right onto North Broadway Street
24 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 Goldthwaite 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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Goldthwaite 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 Goldthwaite to El Paso?
The road trip is about 548.7 miles (883 km) and usually takes 08h 28m 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?
West Odessa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 268 miles from Goldthwaite and 280.7 miles from El Paso.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 466.2 miles (750.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 82.5 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 $73.16 one way or $146.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 172.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Goldthwaite 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 Showers And Thunderstorms around Goldthwaite and Sunny near El Paso.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Goldthwaite and El Paso. Straight-line distance: 466.21 mi (750.3 km).
#1 Goldthwaite
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 1,815 |
| Coordinates | 31.4498900, -98.5708800 |
| Altitude | 479 |
| 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: 883 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 18h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 13h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 10h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 09h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 07h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 06h 50m |
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 | $73.16 | $146.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $82.32 | $164.64 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $88.88 | $177.76 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $77.30 | $154.61 |
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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