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Trip from Fort Worth, TX to Presidio, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 22, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
10h 5m
Distance
570.3 mi
918 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$86
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
9h 56m
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6 AM
10h 6m
8 AM
10h 24m
10 AM
10h 12m
12 PM
10h 10m
3 PM
10h 13m
5 PM
10h 23m
8 PM
10h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fort Worth, TX
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Presidio, TX
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Trip Overview
Fort Worth to Presidio is 570.3 miles and takes about 10h 5m via I 20 and US Highway 67, with a fuel budget near $83 and enough daylight to finish in a day.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
285.2 miles from Fort Worth, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 284.4 mi | 4h 47m |
| US Highway 67 | 58.4 mi | 1h 3m |
| East 3rd Street | 57 mi | 1h |
| TX 349 | 42.1 mi | 43m |
| South US Higway 67 | 25.7 mi | 29m |
| West US Highway 90 | 24.9 mi | 26m |
| South US Highway 67 | 21.6 mi | 24m |
| Trooper Sammy Long Memorial HIghway | 17.7 mi | 20m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 284.4 mi, about 4h 47m
Traffic on I-20
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 72 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,333 veh/hr typical · worst 1,751
Quietest
2 AM
~187 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 105 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 Presidio, TX.
1
Start on South Freeway
54 ft
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2 sec
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South Freeway
2
Turn right onto Elmwood Avenue
475 ft
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23 sec
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Elmwood Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto Epps Street
0.1 mi
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27 sec
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Epps Street
4
Continue on East Maddox Avenue
412 ft
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20 sec
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East Maddox Avenue
5
At end of road, turn right onto South Freeway
321 ft
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13 sec
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South Freeway
6
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
210 ft
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13 sec
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East Allen Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Turn left onto South Freeway
0.4 mi
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46 sec
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South Freeway
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Turn left onto East Rosedale Street
1.9 mi
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3 min
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East Rosedale Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Take the ramp
0.9 mi
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1 min
Toward I 30 West
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 30; US 377
13 mi
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14 min
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West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 20
284 mi
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4 hr 47 min
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I 20
Use the slight right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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34 sec
Toward SH 349 Business, SH 349: Lamesa, Rankin
13
Turn left onto East Interstate 20
349 ft
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9 sec
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East Interstate 20
14
Turn left onto TX 349 Bus
0.5 mi
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44 sec
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Rankin Highway
15
Continue on TX 349
10 mi
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10 min
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South State Highway 349
16
Continue on TX 349
42 mi
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43 min
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TX 349
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn right onto US 67; TX 349
18 mi
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20 min
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Trooper Sammy Long Memorial HIghway
18
Continue on US 67
57 mi
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1 hr
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East 3rd Street
19
Take the exit onto La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
0.2 mi
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27 sec
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La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
Exit 246
Toward US 67 south, FM 1776: Alpine, Sul Ross State University
20
Continue on US 67
0.1 mi
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18 sec
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Interstate 10 West
21
Turn left onto US 67
26 mi
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29 min
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South US Higway 67
22
Continue on US 67
22 mi
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24 min
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South US Highway 67
23
Continue on US 67; US 90
7.6 mi
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8 min
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East US Highway 90
24
Continue on US 67; US 90
1.6 mi
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1 min
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East Avenue E
25
Continue on US 67; US 90
25 mi
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26 min
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West US Highway 90
26
Continue on US 67; US 90
0.4 mi
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58 sec
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East San Antonio Street
27
Turn left onto US 67
0.4 mi
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54 sec
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South Highland Street
28
Continue on US 67
58 mi
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1 hr 3 min
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US Highway 67
29
Turn left onto US 67 Bus; FM 170
0.3 mi
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41 sec
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US 67 Business
30
Continue on US 67 Bus; FM 170
0.6 mi
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58 sec
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North Erma Avenue
31
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67 Bus
345 ft
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14 sec
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North Erma Avenue
32
Turn sharp left onto West O'Reilly Street
81 ft
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2 sec
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West O'Reilly Street
33
Arrive at destination
West O'Reilly Street
Trip Plan
Given the 10-hour drive time, this trip is best split over two days to avoid fatigue. Plan to depart Fort Worth in the morning, aiming to cover about half the distance on your first day. This allows for at least two stops to break up the drive, which is recommended for a trip of this length. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you transition to US Highway 67, as services may become less frequent.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 285.2 miles from Fort Worth, TX, or about 4h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 284.4 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 125 miles or 2h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 285.2 miles or 4h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 285.2 miles or 4h 54m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 8h 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Presidio, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fort Worth, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fort Worth, TX
Aim for roughly 285 miles and 5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Presidio, TX
Aim for roughly 285 miles and 5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 125 miles from Fort Worth, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 20 for about 284.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
188 mi into the route
Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch
This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.
Second major stop
Overnight candidate
376 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Midland, TXOvernight Options
Night 1
285 mi · about 5h in
A practical overnight split lands near Big Spring, TX after about 285 miles or 5 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 125 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 285.2 miles from Fort Worth, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 284.4 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 285 miles or 5 hours on the road.
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.
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I-20 Westbound Picnic Area
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I-20 Eastbound Picnic Area
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Service Plaza
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Pilot Travel Center
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Howard County Eastbound Rest Area
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Love's Travel Stop
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Picnic Area
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Eastland County Eastbound Rest Area
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Nolan County Eastbound Rest Area
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QuikTrip
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Flying J Travel Center
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Love's Travel Stop
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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 websiteFort Worth Herd
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 websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 428.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Epps Street
At end of road, turn right onto Epps Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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South Freeway
At end of road, turn right onto South Freeway
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
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0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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East Allen Avenue
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
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0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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South Freeway
Turn left onto South Freeway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
428.6 mi into trip
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~7h 26m in
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La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
Take the exit onto La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor toward US 67 south, FM 1776: Alpine, Sul Ross State University
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 246
Toward US 67 south, FM 1776: Alpine, Sul Ross S...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$85.61 one way
$171.22 round trip
$3.81/gal
25.4 MPG avg
200 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $94.73 | $189.46 |
| premium | $4.57 | $102.50 | $204.99 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $140.91 | $281.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$86
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$216–$326
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 199.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $60 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 171.1 | 2 | $59.88 | $27.37 |
| Efficient EV | 142.6 | 1 | $49.90 | $22.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 228.1 | 2 | $79.84 | $36.50 |
Gas CO2
200 kg
EV CO2
67 kg (67% less)
Plan for 2 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
Fort Worth, TX
Afternoon in Fort Worth on Thursday
Local time
4:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Clear
0 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Presidio, TX
Afternoon in Presidio on Thursday
Local time
4:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Cloudy
NE 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
9 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
10h 5m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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 primarily highway driving, with 81% of it on interstates and major highways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 20, experiencing a stretch of 284.4 miles without major deviations. Eventually, the drive transitions to US Highway 67, offering a different kind of cruising as you approach your destination.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 284.4 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and US Highway 67. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Epps Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 570.3 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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
4,994 ft
652 ft
Total Climb
4,685 ft
Total Descent
2,756 ft
Highest Point
4,994 ft
~529.6 mi in
Elevation Range
4,342 ft
Notable High Points
4,994 ft at ~529.6 miles
+213 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Fort Worth, TX and Presidio, TX, road signs point toward Sh 349 Business, Sh 349: Lamesa, Rankin, Fm 1776: Alpine and Sul Ross State University.
Sh 349 Business
300.9 mi in
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~5h 10m
Sh 349: Lamesa
300.9 mi in
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~5h 10m
Rankin
300.9 mi in
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~5h 10m
Fm 1776: Alpine
428.6 mi in
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~7h 26m
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via La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
Sul Ross State University
428.6 mi in
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~7h 26m
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via La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
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
- • Kimbell Art Museum — art museum in Fort Worth, Texas
- • Amon Carter Museum of American Art — art museum in Fort Worth, Texas
- • Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth — art museum
Arriving in Presidio, TX
Full guide →Founded 1684
Presidio is a small town in the Trans-Pecos region of Texas.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
10h 5m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 284.4 miles on I 20. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 285 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 40 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 Presidio, 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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 40 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 10.1 hours each way, a round trip means 20.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Presidio, 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.
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