Origin
Aubrey, TX
Morning in Aubrey on Tuesday
Local time
7:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Aubrey, TX to Fort Worth, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
52.6 mi
85 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Aubrey, TX
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Fort Worth, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Aubrey to Fort Worth is a straightforward 52.6-mile journey that typically takes about one hour and two minutes. Because the trip is relatively short, it is easily completed as a quick day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via West Sherman Drive and I-35W, including sections of the I-35W TEXpress lanes. Budgeting approximately $8 for fuel is sufficient for this transit through the Great Plains region. Since both your starting point and destination remain within the same geographic area, you can expect a consistent driving experience throughout the commute. Whether you are heading into the city for business or leisure, this route offers a functional and efficient connection between these two Texas locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35W | 17.2 mi | 18m |
| I 35W TEXpress | 16.7 mi | 16m |
| West Sherman Drive | 8.8 mi | 12m |
| I 35 | 2.7 mi | 2m |
| North Loop 288 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| North South Freeway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North Elm Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Interstate 35 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35W
— 17.2 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aubrey, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on East Elm Street
49 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Elm Street
2
Turn right onto FM 428
146 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Turn left onto FM 428
8.8 mi
·
12 min
·
West Sherman Drive
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
Toward Loop 288 West
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto Loop 288; US 380 Truck
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Loop 288
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward US 77
7
Turn right onto Spur 77
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Elm Street
8
Turn left onto North Interstate 35
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
North Interstate 35
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 35 South
10
Merge onto I 35; US 77
2.7 mi
·
2 min
·
I 35; US 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto I 35W
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I 35W
Exit 467
Toward I 35W South, FM 1515: Fort Worth
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35W Express
17 mi
·
16 min
·
I 35W TEXpress
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Merge onto I 35W
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North South Freeway
14
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.
15
Continue on South Freeway
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
South Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
16
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.3 miles from Aubrey, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 51.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
FM 428 / West Sherman Drive
Turn left onto FM 428 / West Sherman Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
8.8 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the ramp toward Loop 288 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Loop 288 West
8
16.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
I 35W
Take the exit onto I 35W toward I 35W South, FM 1515: Fort Worth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 467
Toward I 35W South, FM 1515: Fort Worth
6
33.8 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
I 35W Express / I 35W TEXpress
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35W Express / I 35W TEXpress
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
51.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 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
$7.95 one way
$15.90 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $8.70 | $17.40 |
| premium | $4.54 | $9.39 | $18.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.61 | $23.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.60 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.36 | $3.37 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Fort Worth, TX
Morning in Fort Worth on Tuesday
Local time
7:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
S 15 mph
20% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 2:35PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 14 at 1:54PM CDT until April 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
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
5 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
1h 2m 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 highway-focused experience, as 75% of this route consists of high-speed transit. You will spend the majority of your time on I-35W, which features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 17.2 miles. The road’s personality is defined by its efficiency, shifting from local surface streets like West Sherman Drive onto the primary interstate arterial. While you won't encounter technical mountain passes or winding backroads, the transition from Aubrey into the more densely populated Fort Worth area requires staying alert to changing traffic patterns. It is a no-nonsense drive designed for speed and direct access rather than scenic wandering.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.2 mi on I 35W.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35W and I 35W TEXpress. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near FM 428 / West Sherman Drive.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.6 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (FM 428 / West Sherman Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 16.6 miles (I 35W): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Aubrey, TX and Fort Worth, TX, road signs point toward Loop 288 West and Fm 1515: Fort Worth.
Loop 288 West
8.8 mi in
|
~13m
Fm 1515: Fort Worth
16.6 mi in
|
~23m
|
via I 35W
About the Cities
Starting in Aubrey, TX
Full guide →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 1h 2m. Total distance: 52.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.2 miles on I 35W. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 6 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (FM 428 / West Sherman Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 16.6 miles (I 35W): 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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