How far is Midland, TX from El Paso, TX?
The driving distance from Midland, TX to El Paso, TX is about 305.6 miles (491.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 259.2 miles (417.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 19m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town of the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Midland and El Paso.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Midland and El Paso.
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Start on West Wall Street
14 m · 6 sec · West Wall Street
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Turn left onto South Big Spring Street
3046 ft · 43 sec · South Big Spring Street
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Continue on Rankin Highway
1.1 mi · 1 min · Rankin Highway
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Turn right onto West Interstate 20
94 m · 7 sec · West Interstate 20
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 West: Odessa
1534 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
3.8 mi · 4 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 Midland 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.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Midland 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 Midland to El Paso?
The road trip is about 305.6 miles (491.8 km) and usually takes 04h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Van Horn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 152.6 miles from Midland and 153 miles from El Paso.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 259.2 miles (417.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 46.4 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 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:20 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $40.74 one way or $81.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 95.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Midland and El Paso, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Midland and Mostly Sunny near El Paso.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Midland and El Paso. Straight-line distance: 259.19 mi (417.13 km).
#1 Midland
The 21st most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 147,069 |
| Coordinates | 31.9973500, -102.0779100 |
| Altitude | 848 |
| 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: 492 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $40.74 | $81.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $45.84 | $91.67 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $49.49 | $98.98 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $43.04 | $86.09 |
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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