Trip from Fort Worth, TX to Levelland, TX

Pin this trip

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 3m

Distance

345.7 mi

556 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$47

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

5h 51m ★

6 AM

6h 4m

8 AM

6h 30m

10 AM

6h 13m

12 PM

6h 10m

3 PM

6h 14m

5 PM

6h 28m

8 PM

5h 56m

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

Best Time

Google Maps Waze Apple Maps

Download GPX

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

Fort Worth, TX

Wikimedia Commons

Levelland, TX

Wikimedia Commons

Trip Overview

Fort Worth to Levelland is 345.7 miles and takes about 6h 3m via I 20 and US 84, with a fuel budget near $50 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Great Plains region, taking you across Texas on a mostly highway path. You'll encounter a significant amount of highway driving, so plan for consistent speeds and fewer unexpected turns. It's a straightforward trip, suitable for a single day if you're looking to cover ground efficiently.

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

172.9 miles from Fort Worth, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 20	182.3 mi	3h 4m
US 84	74.5 mi	1h 14m
Highway 84	20 mi	19m
East State Highway 114	17.2 mi	18m
West Freeway	12.9 mi	14m
Loop 289	8.5 mi	9m
East Highway 84	6.8 mi	6m
19th Street	4.9 mi	7m

Longest stretch: I 20 — 182.3 mi, about 3h 4m

Traffic on I-20

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 28 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

4 PM

~1,680 veh/hr typical · worst 2,135

Quietest

2 AM

~202 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

8.3×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on South Freeway

54 ft · 2 sec · South Freeway

Turn right onto Elmwood Avenue

475 ft · 23 sec · Elmwood Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Epps Street

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Epps Street

Continue on East Maddox Avenue

412 ft · 20 sec · East Maddox Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto South Freeway

321 ft · 13 sec · South Freeway

Turn left onto East Allen Avenue

210 ft · 13 sec · East Allen Avenue

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn left onto South Freeway

0.4 mi · 46 sec · South Freeway

Use the straight / left lanes.

Turn left onto East Rosedale Street

1.9 mi · 3 min · East Rosedale Street

Use the left / straight lanes.

Take the ramp

0.9 mi · 1 min

Toward I 30 West Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 30; US 377

13 mi · 14 min · West Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 20

182 mi · 3 hr 4 min · I 20

Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit onto US 84

0.3 mi · 19 sec · US 84

Exit 238A Toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock

Keep slight left at fork onto US 84

74 mi · 1 hr 14 min · US 84

Turn right onto Loop 46

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Avenue F

Keep slight left at fork onto TX 207

0.1 mi · 10 sec · North Avenue F

Turn straight onto TX 207

0.4 mi · 38 sec · Ralls Road

Turn left onto Spur 575

0.1 mi · 17 sec · East 15th Street

Turn right onto US 84

1.0 mi · 1 min · North US Highway 84

Continue on US 84

20 mi · 19 min · Highway 84

Continue on US 84

4.6 mi · 4 min · Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway

Continue on US 84

6.8 mi · 6 min · East Highway 84

Continue on US 84

3.3 mi · 4 min · Slaton Road

Turn left onto Southeast Loop 289

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Southeast Loop 289

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Merge onto Loop 289

8.5 mi · 9 min · Loop 289

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward TX 114: 19th Street

Turn straight onto West Loop 289

0.2 mi · 23 sec · West Loop 289

Turn left onto TX 114

4.9 mi · 7 min · 19th Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Continue on TX 114

3.0 mi · 3 min · Highway 114

Continue on TX 114

17 mi · 18 min · East State Highway 114

Turn left onto Avenue H

0.4 mi · 1 min · Avenue H

Turn right onto 5th Street

372 ft · 15 sec · 5th Street

Turn left onto Avenue I

377 ft · 16 sec · Avenue I

Turn left onto TX 114 Bus

365 ft · 7 sec · Houston Street

Arrive at destination

TX 114 Bus

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour duration, leaving Fort Worth in the morning will allow you to reach Levelland with plenty of daylight. You have one recommended stop, but with no overnight needed, you can adjust your breaks as needed. Keep an eye on fuel, as the estimated cost is around $50, and services might become less frequent on the western portions of the route. The longest stretch without a break is over 180 miles on I 20, so plan accordingly for that segment.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 172.9 miles from Fort Worth, TX, or about 3h into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 182.3 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 76 miles or 1h 22m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 172.9 miles or 3h in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 56m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Levelland, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Fort Worth, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Fort Worth, TX

This is one driving day of about 345.7 miles and 6h 3m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 76 miles from Fort Worth, 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 I 20 for about 182.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and county seat of Nolan County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sweetwater, TX

173 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

Stephenville, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 76 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Merkel, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 172.9 miles from Fort Worth, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

0.3 mi from route

Service Plaza

1.5 mi from route

Forest Park Miniature Railroad

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Fort Worth, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18179665509

Visit website

Paramount Theatre

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3 mi from route ~7 min detour

Abilene, Texas

+13256769620

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

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 24

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 198.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Epps Street

At end of road, turn right onto Epps Street

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | South Freeway

At end of road, turn right onto South Freeway

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | East Allen Avenue

Turn left onto East Allen Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.

0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | South Freeway

Turn left onto South Freeway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.

198.8 mi into trip | ~3h 27m in | US 84

Take the exit onto US 84 toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 238A Toward US 84 West: Snyder, Lubbock

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$47.35 one way

$94.70 round trip

$3.48/gal 25.4 MPG avg 121 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$3.89	$52.89	$105.78
premium	$4.23	$57.50	$115.01
diesel	$4.80	$65.27	$130.55

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$47

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$72–$97

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 121 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	103.7	1	$36.30	$16.59
Efficient EV	86.4	0	$30.25	$13.83
EV Truck/SUV	138.3	1	$48.40	$22.12

Gas CO2

121 kg

EV CO2

40 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 Jul 17, 2026

Origin

Fort Worth, TX

Afternoon in Fort Worth on Sunday

Local time

12:37 PM

CDT

Current temp

92°F

Mostly Sunny

S 5 to 10 mph 13% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued July 17 at 6:45AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued July 17 at 6:45AM CDT until July 18 at 12:18AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

Destination

Levelland, TX

Afternoon in Levelland on Sunday

Local time

12:37 PM

CDT

Current temp

86°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

S 5 to 15 mph 24% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued July 17 at 6:45AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued July 17 at 6:45AM CDT until July 18 at 12:18AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

103°F

Sweetwater, TX

173 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

6 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

6h 3m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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 predominantly highway, with 92% of the drive on major roads. You'll experience a long stretch of 182.3 miles on I 20 before transitioning to US 84 and Highway 84. Expect a consistent cruising experience for most of the trip, with the shift to surface roads occurring later in the drive. The density of exits will likely decrease as you move further west.

92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 182.3 mi on I 20.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and US 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Epps Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 345.7 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 0.1 miles (Epps Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.3 miles (South Freeway): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.4 miles (East Allen Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes

3,517 ft 652 ft

Total Climb

3,007 ft

Total Descent

142 ft

Highest Point

3,517 ft

~345.7 mi in

Elevation Range

2,865 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Fort Worth, TX to Levelland, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Lubbock along the way.

Lubbock

198.8 mi in | ~3h 27m | via US 84

About the Cities

Starting 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

Arriving in Levelland, TX

Full guide →

Founded 1921

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 6h 3m. Total distance: 345.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 3m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 182.3 miles on I 20. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 35 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 Levelland, 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 35 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Levelland, TX before the return drive.

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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

Was this helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

Explore more options from Fort Worth, TX or browse trips ending in Levelland, TX.

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse TX road trips.

Trip from Fort Worth, TX to Levelland, TX

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Traffic on I-20

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Llano Estacado Picnic Area

Picnic Area

Picnic Area

I-20 Westbound Picnic Area

I-20 Eastbound Picnic Area

Service Plaza

Pilot Travel Center

Picnic Area

Service Plaza

Eastland County Eastbound Rest Area

Eastland County Westbound Rest Area

Nolan County Eastbound Rest Area

QuikTrip

Love's Travel Stop

Love's Travel Stop

Road Ranger

Flying J Travel Center

Love's Travel Stop

TA

Service Plaza

Love's Travel Stop

Service Plaza

Service Plaza

Eagles Landing Travel Plaza

QuikTrip

Petro Stopping Centers

Callahan County Eastbound Rest Area

Callahan County Westbound Rest Area

Flying J Travel Center

Waterfall Overlook

Rest Area

Hill Arbor

Rest Area

Rest Area

Service Plaza

Forest Park Miniature Railroad

Paramount Theatre

Adamson-Spalding Storybook Garden

12th Armored Division Memorial

Painting with a Twist

The Discovery Center & Truth Bookstore

Fort Worth Herd

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Fort Worth, TX

Levelland, TX

Same local time

6 degrees cooler at arrival

6h 3m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Elevation Profile

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Fort Worth, TX

Arriving in Levelland, TX

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

How this page is built

Explore More

Continue From Levelland, TX

More from Fort Worth, TX