Origin
Grapevine, TX
Late night in Grapevine on Sunday
Local time
2:27 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grapevine, TX to Hurst, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
17m
Distance
11.6 mi
19 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grapevine, TX
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Hurst, TX
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Trip Overview
Grapevine, TX to Hurst, TX is 11.6 miles and takes about 17 minutes via TX 121, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the familiar Great Plains region of Texas. Expect a drive that's primarily on well-maintained highways, making it a straightforward and quick transit between two points. Given its brevity, this trip is ideal for a quick errand, a brief commute, or a simple connection to another nearby destination without significant time commitment. Plan for a very direct journey with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 121 | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| SH 121/183 TEXpress | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Brown Trail | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| TX 121 Express | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Pipeline Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Pipeline Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Airport Freeway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
TX 121
— 6.1 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grapevine, TX and Hurst, TX.
1
Start on East Hudgins Street
98 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Hudgins Street
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
3
Turn slight right
186 ft
·
8 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Turn straight onto TX 26
262 ft
·
4 sec
·
West State Highway 114
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward TX 121 South
6
Merge onto TX 121
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
TX 121
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto TX 121 Express
0.7 mi
·
42 sec
·
TX 121 Express
Toward TX 121 Express South Toll, TX 183 Express West Toll
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
SH 121/183 TEXpress
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward Brown Trail, Norwood Drive, Precinct Line Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto Airport Freeway
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Airport Freeway
11
Turn left onto Brown Trail
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Brown Trail
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
At end of road, turn right onto East Pipeline Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
East Pipeline Road
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on West Pipeline Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Pipeline Road
14
Turn left onto Harrison Lane
51 ft
·
2 sec
·
Harrison Lane
15
Arrive at destination
Harrison Lane
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 11.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
TX 121
Merge onto TX 121
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
7.4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
TX 121 Express
Take the exit onto TX 121 Express toward TX 121 Express South Toll, TX 183 Express West Toll
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward TX 121 Express South Toll, TX 183 Expres...
7
9.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward Brown Trail, Norwood Drive, Precinct Line Road
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.
Toward Brown Trail, Norwood Drive, Precinct Lin...
7
11.2 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
East Pipeline Road
At end of road, turn right onto East Pipeline Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
11.6 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
Harrison Lane
Turn left onto Harrison Lane
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.75 one way
$3.51 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $1.92 | $3.84 |
| premium | $4.54 | $2.07 | $4.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.56 | $5.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| Efficient EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Hurst, TX
Late night in Hurst on Sunday
Local time
2:27 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
17m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 decidedly highway-focused, with 72% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a longest stretch of 6.1 miles on TX 121, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the trip. The drive primarily consists of navigating express lanes and main thoroughfares like TX 121 and SH 121/183 TEXpress, interspersed with brief sections on local roads such as Brown Trail. The character is one of efficient travel, prioritizing speed and directness over scenic detours. It's a practical drive designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal interruption.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.1 mi on TX 121.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 121 and SH 121/183 TEXpress. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near TX 121.
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 11.6 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.3 miles (TX 121): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles (TX 121 Express): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Starting in Grapevine, TX
Full guide →Founded 1844
Grapevine is in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in the state of Texas. It is known as the Christmas Capital of Texas.
Top landmarks
- • Cotton Belt Railroad Industrial Historic District — historic district in Grapevine, Tarrant County, Texas
- • Grapevine Commercial Historic District — historic district in Grapevine, Tarrant County, Texas
- • Thomas J. and Elizabeth Nash Farm — historic place in Grapevine, Tarrant County, 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 17m. Total distance: 11.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.1 miles on TX 121. 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 Hurst, 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 1.3 miles (TX 121): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles (TX 121 Express): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.4 miles: 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 Hurst, 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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