El Paso to Midland, Texas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

259 miles 416.9 km · straight line
305.4 miles actual route 491.5 km · driving distance
5h 0min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
85° E bearing direction

How far is El Paso from Midland, Texas?

The distance from El Paso to Midland, Texas is 259 miles (416.9 km) as the crow flies. Midland, Texas is located E of El Paso. By car, the driving distance is approximately 305.4 miles, taking about 5h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for El Paso and Midland, Texas. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from El Paso to Midland, Texas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 0min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 0min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~4h 45min $37–$107* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between El Paso & Midland, Texas

Quick Facts

El Paso
31.76°N, 106.48°W
America/Denver
1137m elevation
Midland, Texas
32.00°N, 102.08°W
America/Chicago
848m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM