Anson, TX to Fort Worth, TX is 173.4 miles and takes about 3h 2m via I 20, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This one-day journey takes you across the Great Plains region of Texas, offering a straightforward drive. Expect a mostly highway-focused experience that's efficient for getting from point A to point B. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this route is ideal for a quick transit or a day trip. The fuel cost is estimated at $26, making it an economical choice for your travels.
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
86.7 miles from Anson, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 31m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 20
135 mi
2h 17m
Commercial Avenue
18.6 mi
20m
West Freeway
15.2 mi
17m
Pine Street
2.4 mi
3m
US 287 Bus
0.5 mi
1m
South Freeway
0.5 mi
<1m
US 377
0.2 mi
<1m
West Court Plaza
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 135 mi, about 2h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anson, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on this road
170 ft·13 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto 11th Street
136 ft·6 sec·11th Street
3
Turn left onto US 83; US 277
0.1 mi·10 sec·West Court Plaza
4
Turn slight right onto US 83; US 277
19 mi·20 min·Commercial Avenue
5
Take the exit onto US 83 Bus
2.4 mi·3 min·Pine Street
Toward US 83 Business: Abilene
6
Turn slight right
389 ft·17 sec
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·17 sec
Toward I 20 East: Fort Worth
8
Merge onto I 20
135 mi·2 hr 17 min·I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30
15 mi·17 min·West Freeway
Exit 421Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort WorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto US 377
0.2 mi·12 sec·US 377
Exit 15AToward I 35W, I 35W Express Toll North, US 377 North: Waco, DentonUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 35W South: Waco
12
Merge onto I 35W; US 287 Bus
0.1 mi·6 sec·South Freeway
13
Take the exit onto US 287 Bus
0.5 mi·1 min·US 287 Bus
Exit 49BToward US 287 Business: Rosedale Street, Allen AvenueUse the slight right lane.
14
Continue on South Freeway
0.4 mi·46 sec·South Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
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Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour drive time, departing in the morning allows ample time to reach Fort Worth well before evening. Since this is a single-day trip with a modest distance, you have flexibility in when you leave. Plan for one stop, perhaps midway, to stretch your legs and refuel if needed, though the 135-mile stretch on I 20 means you can push through if you prefer. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the longest segment of I 20, as services can sometimes be spaced out on interstates. The estimated fuel cost of $26 is a good budget to keep in mind.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 86.7 miles from Anson, TX, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 135 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 38 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.7 miles or 1h 31m 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 27m
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 Anson, 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 Anson, TX
This is one driving day of about 173.4 miles and 3h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Anson, 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 135 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 172.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|11th Street
Turn left onto 11th Street
Navigation decision point
5
21.4 mi into trip|~24m in|I 20
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
156.4 mi into trip|~2h 41m 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
171.7 mi into trip|~2h 59m 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...
8
172.5 mi into trip|~3h 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
$26.20 one way
$52.40 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg61 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$28.68
$57.36
premium
$4.54
$30.96
$61.92
diesel
$5.61
$38.28
$76.57
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
52
0
$18.21
$8.32
Efficient EV
43.4
0
$15.17
$6.94
EV Truck/SUV
69.4
0
$24.28
$11.10
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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 15, 2026
Origin
Anson, TX
Afternoon
in Anson on Sunday
Local time
12:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fort Worth, TX
Afternoon
in Fort Worth on Sunday
Local time
12:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
13 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
3h 2m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 87% of the route utilizing major highways like I 20 and West Freeway. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 135 miles on I 20, which means consistent speed and minimal local traffic interaction for much of the journey. The profile suggests a straightforward driving experience, largely free of complex turns or significant elevation changes, making it easy to maintain a steady pace. While Commercial Avenue offers a brief transition, the bulk of your time will be spent on the interstate.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 135 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and Commercial Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 11th Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 173.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (11th Street): Navigation decision point; at 21.4 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.4 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 2m. Total distance: 173.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 135 miles on I 20. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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: near the start (11th Street): Navigation decision point; at 21.4 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.4 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Fort Worth, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
