How far is Sweetwater, TX from El Paso, TX?
The driving distance from Sweetwater, TX to El Paso, TX is about 412.2 miles (663.3 km), with a travel time of about 06h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 359.2 miles (578.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 12h 09m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 04m.
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 Sweetwater and El Paso.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sweetwater and El Paso.
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Start on Lamar Street
32 m · 9 sec · Lamar Street
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Turn left onto East Broadway Street
3.5 mi · 6 min · East Broadway Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 20 West: Midland
1442 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
108.6 mi · 1 hr 50 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 Sweetwater 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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Sweetwater 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 Sweetwater to El Paso?
The road trip is about 412.2 miles (663.3 km) and usually takes 06h 04m 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?
Pecos is a useful midpoint, sitting about 205.9 miles from Sweetwater and 206.4 miles from El Paso.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 359.2 miles (578.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 53 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 $54.98 one way or $109.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 129.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Sweetwater 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 Sweetwater and Sunny near El Paso.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sweetwater and El Paso. Straight-line distance: 359.2 mi (578.08 km).
#1 Sweetwater
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 10,535 |
| Coordinates | 32.4709500, -100.4059400 |
| Altitude | 661 |
| 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: 663 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $54.98 | $109.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $61.87 | $123.73 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $66.80 | $133.60 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $58.10 | $116.20 |
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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