Origin
Burleson, TX
Late night in Burleson on Sunday
Local time
2:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burleson, 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
16m
Distance
13.2 mi
21 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 19m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 17m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 19m
8 PM
0h 15m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burleson, TX
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Fort Worth, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick commute or a simple transition between Burleson and Fort Worth, this 13.2-mile trip is an incredibly efficient option. You can expect to reach your destination in approximately 16 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. Navigating this route is straightforward, primarily relying on I-35W, North Burleson Boulevard, and West Renfro Street. With a modest fuel budget of just $2, it is a very economical drive through the heart of the Texas Great Plains. Because this is a high-speed, highway-focused journey, it serves as a practical connection rather than a leisurely excursion. It is a no-fuss route that gets you exactly where you need to go with minimal planning required.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35W | 11.7 mi | 12m |
| North Burleson Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Renfro Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Freeway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Commerce Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Ellison Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Allen Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35W
— 11.7 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burleson, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on East Ellison Street
48 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Ellison Street
2
Continue on East Ellison Street
174 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Ellison Street
3
Turn left onto South Commerce Street
315 ft
·
15 sec
·
South Commerce Street
4
Turn right onto Spur 50
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
West Renfro Street
5
Turn left onto North Burleson Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
North Burleson Boulevard
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 35W North
7
Merge onto I 35W
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 35W
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 49A
Toward Allen Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto South Freeway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Freeway
10
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
210 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Allen Avenue
11
Turn left onto South Freeway
258 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Freeway
12
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 13.1 — 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
|
South Commerce Street
Turn left onto South Commerce Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Spur 50 / West Renfro Street
Turn right onto Spur 50 / West Renfro Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 35W
Merge onto I 35W
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
12.7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward Allen Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 49A
Toward Allen Avenue
5
13.1 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
East Allen Avenue
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.99 one way
$3.99 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $2.18 | $4.37 |
| premium | $4.54 | $2.36 | $4.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.91 | $5.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.63 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Late night in Fort Worth on Sunday
Local time
2:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
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
15 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
16m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is defined by its efficiency, as 90% of your time will be spent on highways. You will experience a direct, consistent flow, anchored by a significant 11.7-mile stretch along I-35W. While you begin on local roads like West Renfro Street and North Burleson Boulevard, the transition to the interstate happens rapidly. Behind the wheel, you should prepare for a high-traffic environment typical of an interstate grind rather than a winding backroad experience. The steady pace allows you to cover the distance quickly, maintaining a focused intensity as you move from the outskirts into the city center.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.7 mi on I 35W.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35W and North Burleson Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Commerce Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 16m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Commerce Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Spur 50 / West Renfro Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (I 35W): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Burleson, 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 16m. Total distance: 13.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.7 miles on I 35W. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (South Commerce Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Spur 50 / West Renfro Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (I 35W): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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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