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Trip from Corrigan, 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
4h 21m
Distance
226.7 mi
365 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 8m
★
6 AM
4h 21m
8 AM
4h 48m
10 AM
4h 30m
12 PM
4h 28m
3 PM
4h 32m
5 PM
4h 46m
8 PM
4h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Corrigan, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Fort Worth, TX
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Trip Overview
Corrigan, TX to Fort Worth, TX is 226.7 miles and takes about 4h 21m via US Highway 175 West and US 69, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward trip across Texas. With most of the route on highways, it's a practical option for getting from East Texas to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex efficiently. Plan for a single day of travel, as the duration is well within typical driving limits.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
113.4 miles from Corrigan, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 14m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 175 West | 68.5 mi | 1h 14m |
| US 69 | 53.6 mi | 1h 3m |
| North Home Street | 21.8 mi | 24m |
| Lyndon B Johnson Freeway | 21.1 mi | 22m |
| US Highway 175 | 20.8 mi | 22m |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway | 19.7 mi | 21m |
| South John Redditt Drive | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| South Freeway | 3.4 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 175 West
— 68.5 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corrigan, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on US 287
39 ft
·
4 sec
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East 2nd Street
2
Turn right onto US 59
22 mi
·
24 min
·
North Home Street
3
Turn left onto FM 819
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
College Drive
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
5
Merge onto Loop 287
4.6 mi
·
6 min
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South John Redditt Drive
6
Turn left onto Loop 287 Frontage Road
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
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Loop 287 Frontage Road
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
8
Merge onto US 69
54 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
US 69
9
Turn left onto US 175
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Alexander Boulevard
10
Continue on US 175
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Frankston Highway
11
Continue on US 175
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
US Highway 175 West
12
Turn slight right
3.8 mi
·
4 min
13
Merge onto US 175
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Pine Street
14
Continue on US 175
21 mi
·
22 min
·
US Highway 175
15
Continue on US 175 Bus
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
East Corsicana Street
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 175 Bus
59 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
US Highway 175 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 20
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on I 20
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 437
Toward I 35W South, I 35W North: Waco, Denton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 35W North: Denton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 35W North: Fort Worth
23
Merge onto I 35W
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 49A
Toward Allen Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
25
Turn straight onto South Freeway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Freeway
26
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
210 ft
·
12 sec
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East Allen Avenue
27
Turn left onto South Freeway
258 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Freeway
28
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 21m estimated drive time, leaving Corrigan in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight. While there's only one recommended stop indicated, consider breaking up the 68.5-mile stretch on US Highway 175 West for a brief rest. The fuel cost estimate of $34 suggests planning your fill-ups strategically, especially before heading onto longer highway segments. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility to depart later if needed, but keep an eye on the time as you get closer to the Fort Worth area.
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 113.4 miles from Corrigan, TX, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.5 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 50 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.4 miles or 2h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 36m
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 Corrigan, 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 Corrigan, TX
This is one driving day of about 226.7 miles and 4h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Corrigan, 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 US Highway 175 West for about 68.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
113 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 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 113.4 miles from Corrigan, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 175 West if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.4 mi from route
Forest Park Miniature Railroad
4.4
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Fort Worth, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+18179665509
Visit websiteFort Worth Herd
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, ~12 min detour
Home stretch
4.7 mi from route
~12 min detour
Fort Worth, Texas
Hours: 11:30 am–4 pm
+18173364373
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 121.8 and 226.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
121.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 25m in
|
US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West
Keep slight right at fork onto US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
180.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 29m in
Take the exit toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
8
222.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 14m in
Take the exit toward I 35W South, I 35W North: Waco, Denton
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 437
Toward I 35W South, I 35W North: Waco, Denton
7
222.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 15m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 35W North: Denton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35W North: Denton
7
226.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 19m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.25 one way
$68.51 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
79 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $37.49 | $74.99 |
| premium | $4.54 | $40.48 | $80.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $50.05 | $100.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68 | 0 | $23.80 | $10.88 |
| Efficient EV | 56.7 | 0 | $19.84 | $9.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 90.7 | 1 | $31.74 | $14.51 |
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Origin
Corrigan, TX
Late night in Corrigan on Tuesday
Local time
5:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fort Worth, TX
Late night in Fort Worth on Tuesday
Local time
5:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Chandler, TX
113 mi in
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
5 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
4h 21m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 largely highway, with 74% of it utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a longest stretch of 68.5 miles on US Highway 175 West, providing a good opportunity for consistent cruising. The transition to surface roads like North Home Street will occur as you approach your destination in Fort Worth, likely bringing more local traffic and varied speeds.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 68.5 mi on US Highway 175 West.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 175 West and US 69. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 121.8 miles in near US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 226.7 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: at 121.8 miles (US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 180.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 222.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Starting in Corrigan, 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 4h 21m. Total distance: 226.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 68.5 miles on US Highway 175 West. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 7 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.
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. There are 7 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 121.8 miles (US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 180.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 222.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Fort Worth, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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