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Trip from Groesbeck, TX to Fort Worth, TX

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 16m

Distance

107.6 mi

173 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 7m ★
6 AM
2h 16m
8 AM
2h 35m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 21m
3 PM
2h 24m
5 PM
2h 34m
8 PM
2h 10m

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 Texas, United States

Groesbeck, 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 107.6-mile drive from Groesbeck, TX, to Fort Worth, TX, is an easy one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 16 minutes. You'll spend about 66% of your time on the highway, making it a straightforward journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $16, it's an economical option for a quick getaway or a practical way to get from the Great Plains region of Texas to its bustling urban center. The route is primarily highway-focused, so don't expect many detours or slow-downs. Plan to depart when you're ready, as this is a manageable distance for any time of day.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

53.8 miles from Groesbeck, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 35W 49.2 mi 51m
South Magnolia Avenue 22 mi 32m
Tehuacana Highway 11.4 mi 17m
State Highway 14 South 11.3 mi 14m
State Highway 171 10 mi 14m
Purple Heart Trail 2.2 mi 2m
North Ellis Street 0.3 mi <1m
Southeast I-35 Frontage Road 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 35W — 49.2 mi, about 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on West Trinity Street

95 ft · 6 sec · West Trinity Street
2

Turn right onto TX 14; FM 1245

0.3 mi · 27 sec · North Ellis Street
3

Continue on TX 14

11 mi · 14 min · State Highway 14 South
4

Turn left onto TX 171

11 mi · 17 min · Tehuacana Highway
5

Turn straight onto TX 171

10.0 mi · 14 min · State Highway 171
6

Continue on TX 171

22 mi · 32 min · South Magnolia Avenue
7

Turn slight right

314 ft · 11 sec
8

Turn straight onto Southeast I-35 Frontage Road

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Southeast I-35 Frontage Road
9

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Toward I 35 North
10

Merge onto I 35; US 77

2.2 mi · 2 min · Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 35W

49 mi · 51 min · I 35W
Toward I 35W: Fort Worth Use the slight left lane.
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Exit 49A Toward Allen Avenue Use the slight right lane.
13

Turn straight onto South Freeway

0.1 mi · 18 sec · South Freeway
14

Turn left onto East Allen Avenue

210 ft · 12 sec · East Allen Avenue
15

Turn left onto South Freeway

258 ft · 5 sec · South Freeway
16

Arrive at destination

South Freeway

Trip Plan

Given its manageable 2-hour and 16-minute duration, this 107.6-mile trip from Groesbeck to Fort Worth is best suited for a single day. You can leave at your convenience, but consider an early departure to maximize your time in Fort Worth. With no specific stops recommended and a relatively short drive, you can easily complete this journey in one go. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 49.2 miles on I 35W, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination without needing to stop for gas.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 53.8 miles from Groesbeck, TX, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.2 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 24 miles or 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 53.8 miles or 1h 17m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 55m

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 Groesbeck, 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 Groesbeck, TX

This is one driving day of about 107.6 miles and 2h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Groesbeck, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 35W for about 49.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hillsboro, TX

54 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

Hillsboro, TX to Fort Worth, TX

53.7 mi · 58m

Pacing Suggestions

Mexia, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hillsboro, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 53.8 miles from Groesbeck, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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.

Forest Park Miniature Railroad

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Fort Worth, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18179665509

Visit website

Bicentennial Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Crowley, Texas

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+18172972201

Visit website

Fort Worth Herd

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 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 8

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 107.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | TX 14; FM 1245 / North Ellis Street

Turn right onto TX 14; FM 1245 / North Ellis Street

Navigation decision point

5
55.7 mi into trip | ~1h 21m in | I 35; US 77 / Purple Heart Trail

Merge onto I 35; US 77 / Purple Heart Trail

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
57.9 mi into trip | ~1h 23m in | I 35W

Keep slight left at fork onto I 35W toward I 35W: Fort Worth

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 35W: Fort Worth
7
107.1 mi into trip | ~2h 14m 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
5
107.5 mi into trip | ~2h 15m in | East Allen Avenue

Turn left onto East Allen Avenue

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.26 one way

$32.52 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 38 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $17.80 $35.59
premium $4.54 $19.21 $38.42
diesel $5.61 $23.76 $47.51

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 37.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 32.3 0 $11.30 $5.16
Efficient EV 26.9 0 $9.42 $4.30
EV Truck/SUV 43 0 $15.06 $6.89

Gas CO2

38 kg

EV CO2

13 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 17, 2026

Origin

Groesbeck, TX

Late night in Groesbeck on Tuesday

Local time

4:19 AM

CDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fort Worth, TX

Late night in Fort Worth on Tuesday

Local time

4:19 AM

CDT

Current temp

84°F

Mostly Cloudy

S 10 to 15 mph 6% chance Live forecast

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 17 at 7:31AM CDT until April 17 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 7:25AM CDT until April 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

78°F

Hillsboro, TX

54 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

1 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

2h 16m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Waco Mammoth National Monument

Waco Mammoth National Monument

National Monument

Standing as tall as 14 feet and weighing 20,000 pounds, Columbian mammoths roamed across what is present-day Texas thousands of years ago. Today, the fossil specimens represent the nation's first and...

27 mi from route ~67 min detour Free near mile 44.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive offers a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 66% of the journey spent on major roadways. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 49.2 miles on I 35W, which means extended periods of consistent speed. While the main roads include I 35W, South Magnolia Avenue, and Tehuacana Highway, the majority of your time will be on the interstate. Expect a steady pace for much of the trip, allowing for efficient travel between Groesbeck and Fort Worth.

66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.2 mi on I 35W.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35W and South Magnolia Avenue. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near TX 14; FM 1245 / North Ellis Street.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 107.6 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (TX 14; FM 1245 / North Ellis Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.7 miles (I 35; US 77 / Purple Heart Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 57.9 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Groesbeck, TX

Full guide →

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 2h 16m. Total distance: 107.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 49.2 miles on I 35W. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (TX 14; FM 1245 / North Ellis Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.7 miles (I 35; US 77 / Purple Heart Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 57.9 miles (I 35W): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Waco Mammoth National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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