625 miles · Est. 9.2 hours · Avg $2.65/mile · Gross $1,656
Lane Overview
625
Miles
$2.65
Avg rate/mile
$1,656
Avg gross rate
easy
Competition
El Paso to Dallas on I-10 east to I-20 east is a long West Texas haul rewarded with excellent rates. El Paso sits at the US-Mexico border where the Juárez maquiladora industrial zone produces auto components, electronics, and consumer goods for US distribution. This import freight heads east toward Dallas's massive DFW distribution complex. Easy difficulty means freight is plentiful — shippers need reliable trucks and will pay $2.55–$2.75/mile for the 625-mile run.
I-10 through the Trans-Pecos region (Van Horn to Fort Stockton) is remote West Texas — limited fuel stops, high crosswind potential, and 65mph truck limits enforced by Texas DPS. Fuel up in El Paso and again in Fort Stockton or Midland. The I-20 east from Midland through Abilene to Dallas is faster with 70–75mph limits in some sections. Texas border checkpoint on I-10 near Sierra Blanca inspects all commercial vehicles — have documents ready. Return Dallas to El Paso (Lane 84) brings consumer goods westbound at $2.45–$2.65/mile.
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Return Freight
Dallas to El Paso
625 miles · $2.55/mile avg
Trip Costs
Fuel Estimate
$232
Based on avg diesel price
Toll Estimate
$0
Varies by route and state
Net After Costs
$1,424
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Driver's Complete Guide
El Paso to Dallas is West Texas at its most honest — a long, remote, well-paying haul where your truck earns its money between the border crossing and the Metroplex. The Juárez maquiladora complex across the Rio Grande is one of the most productive manufacturing zones in North America, and that output needs to get to DFW. At 625 miles and $2.65/mile average, this is an earner if you can handle the remote stretch without drama.
El Paso-Juárez is one of the top US-Mexico crossing points by manufacturing output. Foxconn, Bosch, Delphi Technologies, and dozens of automotive tier suppliers operate in Juárez. Auto components — wiring harnesses, circuit boards, instrument clusters — cross into El Paso and head east on I-10 toward Dallas's distribution infrastructure for onward assembly and retail distribution. Consumer electronics assembled in Juárez follow the same path. Fort Bliss Army post on the eastern edge of El Paso also generates periodic military logistics freight that moves east on I-20.
I-10 east from El Paso to the I-20 junction near Pecos is your first segment — remote Trans-Pecos country with few services. The Texas Department of Public Safety checkpoint at Sierra Blanca, 90 miles east of El Paso, inspects all commercial vehicles. Have your documentation in order before you arrive — it's a full stop, not a wave-through. Fuel up in El Paso before departure; the next reliable fuel stop is Fort Stockton, 175 miles east. Van Horn has fuel but limited truck parking. Fort Stockton has full truck stop infrastructure at the I-10/US-285 junction — this is your natural break point. From Fort Stockton, the I-20 split near Pecos routes you northeast through Midland-Odessa oilfield country into Abilene, then DFW. Crosswinds between El Paso and Fort Stockton can be severe — 40–50mph sustained gusts aren't unusual in spring and early fall.
Easy-rated lanes can still get their rates shopped. With freight consistently available from Juárez maquiladora output, shippers know trucks are accessible. Hold out for $2.60+ on a 625-mile load — the remote routing and fuel cost justify it. FAST Card operators move cross-border freight faster and command a premium from importers.
Dallas to El Paso westbound brings consumer goods and retail merchandise at $2.45–$2.65/mile. It's a solid return and makes the round trip financially strong. Planning both directions as a loop is the standard play for El Paso-based carriers who understand the market.
How remote is the I-10 stretch between El Paso and Fort Stockton?
Very. Van Horn at mile 99 is the only meaningful service point before Fort Stockton at mile 175. Cell service drops out in sections. Mechanical failure in between means a long wait for a tow. Pre-trip inspection on this lane is more important than most — tire condition, coolant levels, and fuel planning matter here.
What are the crosswind conditions like on this stretch?
The worst crosswind zone is between El Paso and Van Horn, where the Chihuahuan Desert basin channels wind from the southwest. Empty trailers and high-sided van trailers are most vulnerable. Texas DHS issues high wind advisories that restrict certain high-profile vehicles — check TxDOT conditions before departure in spring months.
Is there any freight in Midland-Odessa worth stopping for?
Yes — if you have scheduling flexibility, Midland-Odessa oilfield freight is worth checking. The Permian Basin is the most productive oilfield in the country and generates flatbed and tanker freight constantly. However, most Midland oilfield loads go within West Texas rather than to DFW, so it's a detour from your main run rather than a pickup on the way.
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