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Trip from Dallas, 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

41m

Distance

32.5 mi

52 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$5

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 10 min
4 AM
0h 38m ★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Dallas, TX, TX

Dallas, TX

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city and county seat of Tarrant County, Texas, United States

Fort Worth, TX

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Trip Overview

Spanning just 32.5 miles, the trip from Dallas to Fort Worth is a quick journey that typically takes about 34 minutes. Since both cities are located within the Great Plains region of Texas, you will experience a consistent landscape throughout the drive. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, as you do not need to factor in overnight stays or complex logistics. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $5, it is an incredibly economical way to travel between these two major hubs. Because there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to make the trip as fast or as leisurely as your schedule allows.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Tom Landry Freeway 28.9 mi 34m
US 287 Bus 0.5 mi 1m
South Freeway 0.5 mi <1m
Elm Street 0.3 mi <1m
North Lamar Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Tom Landry Freeway — 28.9 mi, about 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dallas, TX and Fort Worth, TX.

1

Start on North Lamar Street

0.2 mi · 34 sec · North Lamar Street
2

Turn right onto Elm Street

0.2 mi · 30 sec · Elm Street
3

Continue on Elm Street

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Elm Street
4

Take the ramp

327 ft · 7 sec
Toward I 30, I 35E
5

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Toward I 30 West, I 35E South Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward I 30 West Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7

Merge onto I 30

29 mi · 34 min · Tom Landry Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

1.1 mi · 2 min
Exit 15B Toward I 35W South: Waco Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Merge onto I 35W; US 287 Bus

0.1 mi · 6 sec · South Freeway
10

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.
11

Continue on South Freeway

0.4 mi · 46 sec · South Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
12

Arrive at destination

South Freeway

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 8

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 31.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in

Take the ramp toward I 30, I 35E

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 30, I 35E
9
0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 30 West, I 35E South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 30 West, I 35E South
7
0.8 mi into trip | ~1m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 30 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 30 West
7
30.4 mi into trip | ~37m in

Take the exit toward I 35W South: Waco

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 15B Toward I 35W South: Waco
8
31.6 mi into trip | ~39m 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

$4.91 one way

$9.82 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 11 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $5.38 $10.75
premium $4.54 $5.80 $11.61
diesel $5.61 $7.18 $14.35

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$5

Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 9.8 0 $3.41 $1.56
Efficient EV 8.1 0 $2.84 $1.30
EV Truck/SUV 13 0 $4.55 $2.08

Gas CO2

11 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (64% 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 17, 2026

Origin

Dallas, TX

Late night in Dallas on Sunday

Local time

2:48 AM

CDT

Current temp

85°F

Partly Sunny

S 10 to 15 mph 6% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 7:25AM CDT until April 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

Freeze Watch

Freeze Watch issued April 17 at 7:25AM CDT until April 19 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

Destination

Fort Worth, TX

Late night in Fort Worth on Sunday

Local time

2:48 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

11 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

41m 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway cruise, as this route features zero percent highway share. You will navigate through city streets using Ross Avenue, North Houston Street, and Elm Street to reach your destination. Because the longest stretch is 0 miles on Ross Avenue, you should prepare for frequent turns and constant adjustments behind the wheel. This path keeps you engaged with the local environment, offering a distinct contrast to the high-speed transit found on typical interstate routes. Staying alert is key here, as the lack of long, straight stretches makes for a more technical driving experience.

92% 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: 28.9 mi on Tom Landry Freeway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Tom Landry Freeway and US 287 Bus. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 32.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 41m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Dallas, TX

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“Big D” · Founded 1841

Dallas, with a population of more than 1.3 million residents, is the ninth largest city in the United States and the third largest in the state of Texas. It is an impressive melting pot of culture and character. Boasting high-end luxury hotels, innumerable fine dining spots, and one of the busiest airports in the world, Dallas maintains an upscale ethos reflected by an affluent population, world-class museums, and a shimmering modern skyline. Its history was marred by the infamous assassination of U.S. President John F. Kennedy, but there is more historic and contemporary heritage to be discovered in the city. As a center of the oil and cotton industries in the late 1800s and early 1900s, Dallas was a classic American boom town and remains one of the fastest growing cities in the nation.

Top landmarks

  • • Dallas Museum of Art — art museum in Dallas, Texas
  • • Texas School Book Depository — building in Dallas, Texas, United States
  • • George W. Bush Presidential Center — Presidential library and museum for U.S. President George W. Bush, located in Da...

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

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Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 32.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

41m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 28.9 miles on Tom Landry Freeway. 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 0.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 0.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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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