Origin
Aurora, TX
Morning in Aurora on Tuesday
Local time
7:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Aurora, 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
31m
Distance
28.2 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Aurora, TX
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Fort Worth, TX
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Trip Overview
Aurora, TX to Fort Worth, TX is 28.2 miles and takes about 31m via TX 114, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Great Plains region, making it a quick and easy transition. It's a highway-focused drive, so expect efficient travel time. With only a 31-minute estimated duration, this trip is ideal for a spontaneous outing or an easy addition to a larger itinerary. Plan for a straightforward journey with minimal detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 114 | 11 mi | 11m |
| US 81 | 4.6 mi | 4m |
| North Freeway | 4.5 mi | 4m |
| I 35W TEXpress | 4 mi | 3m |
| East State Highway 114 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North South Freeway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| US 287 Bus | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Freeway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
TX 114
— 11 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aurora, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on TX 114
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East State Highway 114
2
Turn right onto TX 114
421 ft
·
7 sec
·
North US Highway 287
3
Take the ramp onto TX 114
11 mi
·
11 min
·
TX 114
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Continue on US 81; US 287
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
US 81; US 287
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 35W; US 287
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 35W Express Toll South
Use the slight left lane.
7
Merge onto I 35W TEXpress
4.0 mi
·
3 min
·
I 35W TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 35W
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North South Freeway
9
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.
10
Continue on South Freeway
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
South Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 27.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
TX 114
Take the ramp onto TX 114
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
17.2 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
I 35W; US 287 / North Freeway
Merge onto I 35W; US 287 / North Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
21.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward I 35W Express Toll South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 35W Express Toll South
5
22.2 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
I 35W TEXpress
Merge onto I 35W TEXpress
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
27.3 mi into trip
|
~29m 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
$4.26 one way
$8.52 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $4.66 | $9.33 |
| premium | $4.54 | $5.03 | $10.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.23 | $12.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.96 | $1.35 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.47 | $1.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.95 | $1.80 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
7:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
NW 15 mph
74% chance
Live forecast
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
9 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
31m 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?
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 98% of the journey utilizing major roads like TX 114 and US 81. You'll experience a nearly uninterrupted stretch of 11 miles on TX 114, allowing for consistent speed and minimal interaction with local traffic. The primary roads you'll travel on are built for efficiency, meaning you can expect a smooth and direct path for the majority of the 28.2 miles. This drive prioritizes getting you to your destination quickly and without complications.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11 mi on TX 114.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 114 and US 81. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near TX 114.
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 28.2 miles you will encounter 7 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 1.5 miles (TX 114): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles (I 35W; US 287 / North Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Aurora, 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 31m. Total distance: 28.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11 miles on TX 114. 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.
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: at 1.5 miles (TX 114): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles (I 35W; US 287 / North Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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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