Origin
Godley, TX
Late night in Godley on Tuesday
Local time
3:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Godley, 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
41m
Distance
30.9 mi
50 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
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.
Godley, TX
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Fort Worth, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Godley to Fort Worth, you are looking at a straightforward 30.9-mile trip that typically takes about 41 minutes. Because this journey is so brief, it is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, meaning you won’t need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend roughly $5 on fuel for the entire drive, making it a very budget-friendly transit. Both locations sit firmly within the Great Plains region of Texas, ensuring a consistent landscape throughout your travel. This highway-focused route is ideal if you prioritize efficiency and speed over a leisurely backroads pace.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chisholm Trail Parkway | 14.3 mi | 16m |
| FM 2331 | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| Crowley Plover Road | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Winscott Plover Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| West Freeway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| North Pearson Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| US 287 Bus | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Freeway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Chisholm Trail Parkway
— 14.3 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Godley, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on West Allen Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Allen Avenue
2
Turn right onto FM 2331
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Pearson Street
3
Continue on FM 2331
7.4 mi
·
9 min
·
FM 2331
4
Continue on Winscott Plover Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Winscott Plover Road
5
Turn right onto FM 1187
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Crowley Plover Road
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
Toward CTP Toll North
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto CTP
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Chisholm Trail Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 30; US 377
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Freeway
9
Take the exit onto US 377
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 377
Exit 15A
Toward I 35W, I 35W Express Toll North, US 377 North: Waco, Denton
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 35W South: Waco
11
Merge onto I 35W; US 287 Bus
0.1 mi
·
6 sec
·
South Freeway
12
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.
13
Continue on South Freeway
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
South Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 13.5 and 30 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
13.5 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the ramp toward CTP Toll North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward CTP Toll North
5
13.8 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
CTP / Chisholm Trail Parkway
Merge onto CTP / Chisholm Trail Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
29.2 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
US 377
Take the exit onto US 377 toward I 35W, I 35W Express Toll North, US 377 North: Waco, Denton
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 15A
Toward I 35W, I 35W Express Toll North, US 377...
5
29.4 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 35W South: Waco
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 35W South: Waco
8
30 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
$4.67 one way
$9.34 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $5.11 | $10.22 |
| premium | $4.54 | $5.52 | $11.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.82 | $13.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.8 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 | 9.3 | 0 | $3.24 | $1.48 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.70 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
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.
Destination
Fort Worth, TX
Late night in Fort Worth on Tuesday
Local time
3:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
S 15 mph
20% chance
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
5 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
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?
This drive is dominated by high-speed transit, with approximately 78% of the route consisting of highway travel. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Chisholm Trail Parkway, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 14.3 miles. Outside of the primary parkway, you will navigate segments of FM 2331 and Crowley Plover Road to bridge the gap between rural Godley and the metro area. Expect a professional, utilitarian driving experience that favors direct movement over winding, scenic detours. It is a functional commute that transitions you quickly from the outskirts into the heart of the city.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.3 mi on Chisholm Trail Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Chisholm Trail Parkway and FM 2331. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 30.9 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 13.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 13.8 miles (CTP / Chisholm Trail Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.2 miles (US 377): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Godley, TX and Fort Worth, TX, road signs point toward Ctp Toll North and Denton.
Ctp Toll North
13.5 mi in
|
~19m
Denton
29.2 mi in
|
~38m
|
via US 377
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 41m. Total distance: 30.9 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 (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.3 miles on Chisholm Trail Parkway. 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 13.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 13.8 miles (CTP / Chisholm Trail Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.2 miles (US 377): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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