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Trip from Diboll, 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

4h 7m

Distance

212.1 mi

341 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$32

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 54m ★
6 AM
4h 7m
8 AM
4h 33m
10 AM
4h 16m
12 PM
4h 14m
3 PM
4h 18m
5 PM
4h 32m
8 PM
3h 59m

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

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city in Angelina County, Texas, United States

Diboll, TX

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

Fort Worth, TX

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Trip Overview

This 218.2-mile journey from Diboll, TX, to Fort Worth, TX, is designed for a single day, taking an estimated 3 hours and 32 minutes of driving time. You'll navigate local roads for the entirety of this trip, with no highway segments, suggesting a more involved driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $33, this is an affordable trip for a day outing. The route passes through the Great Plains region of Texas, offering a glimpse into the expansive landscapes of the area. Given its manageable duration, it's perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing you to arrive at your destination without needing an overnight stay.

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

106.1 miles from Diboll, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 9m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US Highway 175 West 68.5 mi 1h 14m
US 69 53.6 mi 1h 3m
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
North Temple Drive 3.7 mi 5m
US 59 3.4 mi 4m
Longest stretch: US Highway 175 West — 68.5 mi, about 1h 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Judd

145 ft · 8 sec · Judd
2

Turn right onto North Temple Drive

3.7 mi · 5 min · North Temple Drive
3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec
4

Continue on US 59

3.4 mi · 4 min · US 59
5

Turn left onto FM 819

2.0 mi · 3 min · College Drive
6

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
7

Merge onto Loop 287

4.6 mi · 6 min · South John Redditt Drive
8

Turn left onto Loop 287 Frontage Road

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Loop 287 Frontage Road
9

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 21 sec
10

Merge onto US 69

54 mi · 1 hr 3 min · US 69
11

Turn left onto US 175

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Alexander Boulevard
12

Continue on US 175

0.6 mi · 56 sec · Frankston Highway
13

Continue on US 175

9.6 mi · 10 min · US Highway 175 West
14

Turn slight right

3.8 mi · 4 min
15

Merge onto US 175

1.9 mi · 2 min · East Pine Street
16

Continue on US 175

21 mi · 22 min · US Highway 175
17

Continue on US 175 Bus

2.5 mi · 4 min · East Corsicana Street
18

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.
19

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward I 20 West: Fort Worth Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Merge onto I 20

21 mi · 22 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Continue on I 20

20 mi · 21 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

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.
23

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward I 35W North: Denton Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 14 sec
Toward I 35W North: Fort Worth
25

Merge onto I 35W

3.2 mi · 3 min · South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Exit 49A Toward Allen Avenue Use the slight right lane.
27

Turn straight onto South Freeway

0.1 mi · 18 sec · South Freeway
28

Turn left onto East Allen Avenue

210 ft · 12 sec · East Allen Avenue
29

Turn left onto South Freeway

258 ft · 5 sec · South Freeway
30

Arrive at destination

South Freeway

Trip Plan

For this 218.2-mile drive, consider leaving Diboll, TX, in the morning to take advantage of lighter local traffic. While the total duration is just over 3.5 hours, there's one recommended stop, so factor that into your timing. The fuel cost is estimated at $33, which is quite reasonable for this distance. Since this is a 'turn-heavy local drive,' pay close attention to navigation and road signs, especially as you pass through various towns. Being based in Texas, you're familiar with the terrain, but the lack of highway means you'll be on local roads for the entire trip, so plan your turns accordingly.

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 106.1 miles from Diboll, TX, or about 2h 9m 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 47 miles or 1h in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 106.1 miles or 2h 9m 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 24m

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 Diboll, 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 Diboll, TX

This is one driving day of about 212.1 miles and 4h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Diboll, 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.

Downtown Wills Point, TX, TX

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Wills Point, TX

106 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.

Popular next leg

Wills Point, TX to Fort Worth, TX

84 mi · 1h 34m

Pacing Suggestions

Alto, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Malakoff, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 106.1 miles from Diboll, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Forest Park Miniature Railroad

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 212.1

Fort Worth, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18179665509

Visit website

Fort Worth Herd

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 212.1

Fort Worth, Texas

Hours: 11:30 am–4 pm

+18173364373

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 19

5 decision points cluster between mile 107.2 and 211.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
107.2 mi into trip | ~2h 11m 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
166.1 mi into trip | ~3h 15m 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
207.7 mi into trip | ~4h 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
207.9 mi into trip | ~4h 1m 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
211.7 mi into trip | ~4h 5m 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

$32.05 one way

$64.10 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 74 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $35.08 $70.16
premium $4.54 $37.87 $75.74
diesel $5.61 $46.83 $93.66

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$32

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$57–$82

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 74.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 63.6 0 $22.27 $10.18
Efficient EV 53 0 $18.56 $8.48
EV Truck/SUV 84.8 1 $29.69 $13.57

Gas CO2

74 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (66% 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 14, 2026

Origin

Diboll, TX

Night in Diboll on Saturday

Local time

9:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

85°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fort Worth, TX

Night in Fort Worth on Saturday

Local time

9:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

83°F

Slight Chance Rain Showers

S 15 mph 20% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 2:58PM CDT until April 14 at 3:45PM 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

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

2 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 7m 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?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, as indicated by the 0% highway share. This means you'll be making frequent turns and navigating through towns and local streets for the entire 218.2 miles. Without any long highway stretches, the pace will be dictated by local traffic and speed limits, making it a more engaged driving experience. The route's character is consistently local, so be prepared for a dynamic journey rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You'll be actively steering and adjusting for much of the 3 hours and 32 minutes.

80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 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 107.2 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 212.1 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 107.2 miles (US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 166.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 207.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

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 7m. Total distance: 212.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (80%). 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 107.2 miles (US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 166.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 207.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 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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