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Trip from Albany, TX to Fort Worth, TX

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 44m

Distance

140.5 mi

226 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 33m ★
6 AM
2h 44m
8 AM
3h 6m
10 AM
2h 52m
12 PM
2h 49m
3 PM
2h 53m
5 PM
3h 5m
8 PM
2h 38m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Shackelford County, Texas, United States

Albany, TX

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city and county seat of Tarrant County, Texas, United States

Fort Worth, TX

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Albany to Fort Worth covers 140.5 miles across the Great Plains, typically taking about 2 hours and 15 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $21 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly way to move between these two Texas locations. Navigation involves transitioning through Highway 6 South, Conrad Hilton Boulevard, and Highway 183. Since the entire trip stays within the Great Plains region, the landscape remains consistent throughout your drive. It is a straightforward, practical connection that avoids the need for complex multi-day planning.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

70.2 miles from Albany, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 20 88.4 mi 1h 30m
State Highway 6 South 33.2 mi 49m
West Freeway 15.2 mi 17m
Conrad Hilton Boulevard 1.4 mi 2m
US 287 Bus 0.5 mi 1m
South Freeway 0.5 mi <1m
South 2nd Street 0.2 mi <1m
US 377 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 20 — 88.4 mi, about 1h 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Albany, TX and Fort Worth, TX.

1

Start on TX 6

0.2 mi · 22 sec · South 2nd Street
2

Continue on TX 6

33 mi · 49 min · State Highway 6 South
3

Continue on TX 6

1.4 mi · 2 min · Conrad Hilton Boulevard
4

Continue on US 183

392 ft · 9 sec · US Highway 183
5

Turn left onto East Interstate 20

0.1 mi · 18 sec · East Interstate 20
6

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Toward I 20 East: Fort Worth
7

Merge onto I 20

88 mi · 1 hr 30 min · I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 30

15 mi · 17 min · West Freeway
Exit 421 Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit onto US 377

0.2 mi · 12 sec · US 377
Exit 15A Toward I 35W, I 35W Express Toll North, US 377 North: Waco, Denton Use the slight right lane.
10

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 35W South: Waco
11

Merge onto I 35W; US 287 Bus

0.1 mi · 6 sec · South Freeway
12

Take the exit onto US 287 Bus

0.5 mi · 1 min · US 287 Bus
Exit 49B Toward US 287 Business: Rosedale Street, Allen Avenue Use the slight right lane.
13

Continue on South Freeway

0.4 mi · 46 sec · South Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
14

Arrive at destination

South Freeway

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the 140.5-mile journey in one go, but keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the roads means you should stay alert behind the wheel. Budgeting $21 for fuel is sufficient, though it is smart to check your levels before leaving Albany to ensure a smooth transition onto Highway 183. Because there are no designated stops listed, plan to handle any necessary breaks or refueling locally before you head out. Prioritize a daytime departure to navigate the local roads with better visibility, ensuring you reach Fort Worth comfortably.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 70.2 miles from Albany, TX, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 88.4 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 31 miles or 46m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 70.2 miles or 1h 28m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 14m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Worth, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Albany, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Albany, TX

This is one driving day of about 140.5 miles and 2h 44m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Albany, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 88.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and the county seat of Erath County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Stephenville, TX

70 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Cisco, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ranger, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 70.2 miles from Albany, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 88.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

White Settlement Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 130.4

White Settlement, Texas

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+18172469719

Visit website

Forest Park Miniature Railroad

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 140.5

Fort Worth, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18179665509

Visit website

Play Street Museum - Fort Worth

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 130.4

Fort Worth, Texas

Hours: 8:30 am–8 pm

+18179302577

Visit website

Fort Worth Herd

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 140.5

Fort Worth, Texas

Hours: 11:30 am–4 pm

+18173364373

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 8

5 decision points cluster between mile 35.2 and 139.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
35.2 mi into trip | ~52m in | I 20

Merge onto I 20

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
123.6 mi into trip | ~2h 23m in | I 30 / West Freeway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 30 / West Freeway toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 421 Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
8
138.8 mi into trip | ~2h 40m in | US 377

Take the exit onto US 377 toward I 35W, I 35W Express Toll North, US 377 North: Waco, Denton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 15A Toward I 35W, I 35W Express Toll North, US 377...
5
139 mi into trip | ~2h 41m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 35W South: Waco

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 35W South: Waco
8
139.6 mi into trip | ~2h 42m in | US 287 Bus

Take the exit onto US 287 Bus toward US 287 Business: Rosedale Street, Allen Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 49B Toward US 287 Business: Rosedale Street, Allen...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.23 one way

$42.46 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 49 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $23.24 $46.48
premium $4.54 $25.09 $50.17
diesel $5.61 $31.02 $62.04

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 49.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 42.2 0 $14.75 $6.74
Efficient EV 35.1 0 $12.29 $5.62
EV Truck/SUV 56.2 0 $19.67 $8.99

Gas CO2

49 kg

EV CO2

16 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Albany, TX

Late night in Albany on Sunday

Local time

2:30 AM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fort Worth, TX

Late night in Fort Worth on Sunday

Local time

2:30 AM

CDT

Current temp

84°F

Mostly Cloudy

S 10 to 15 mph 6% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 17 at 7:31AM CDT until April 17 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 7:25AM CDT until April 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

8 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 44m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You won't find any long, uninterrupted stretches of highway; in fact, the longest stretch on Highway 6 South is 0 miles, indicating a path that requires your full attention on local roads. The road demands active steering as you transition between the specified thoroughfares. Because the route relies entirely on local infrastructure, you should prepare for a more hands-on driving experience compared to a standard highway haul. This creates a distinct personality for the drive, prioritizing local navigation over high-speed cruising.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 88.4 mi on I 20.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and State Highway 6 South. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 35.2 miles in near I 20.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 140.5 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 35.2 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 123.6 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 138.8 miles (US 377): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Arriving in Fort Worth, TX

Full guide →

“Panther city” · Founded 1849

Fort Worth is a city in the Prairies and Lakes region of Texas. With a population of approximately 1,020,000, it is Texas' 5th largest city. It is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, which has a population exceeding 6 million. Sometimes referred to as Cowtown, it is by far closer to its cowboy roots than neighboring Dallas. This article also covers North Richland Hills, a neighboring community.

Top landmarks

  • • Amon Carter Museum of American Art — art museum in Fort Worth, Texas
  • • Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth — art museum
  • • St. Patrick Cathedral in Fort Worth — church located in Fort Worth, Texas

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 44m. Total distance: 140.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 88.4 miles on I 20. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Fort Worth, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 35.2 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 123.6 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 138.8 miles (US 377): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fort Worth, TX before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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