Spanning 240.6 miles across the heart of the Texas Great Plains, this drive from Junction to Fort Worth typically takes about 4 hours and 14 minutes. Because the route relies on local roads rather than high-speed interstates, it functions best as a focused day trip. You should budget approximately $37 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Navigating through Main Street, Highway 190, and Menard Highway requires your full attention, making it a more engaging experience than a standard highway cruise. Since both the origin and destination sit within the Great Plains, you can expect a consistent regional backdrop throughout your journey.
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
121.4 miles from Junction, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 40m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
United States Highway 377
43.5 mi
1h 4m
North US Highway 377
42.4 mi
51m
US 83
21 mi
23m
US Highway 67/377 East
19 mi
21m
United States Highway 190
18.7 mi
27m
South US Highway 377
18.6 mi
21m
US Highway 67
15.4 mi
17m
Main Street
13.4 mi
16m
Longest stretch:
United States Highway 377
— 43.5 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Junction, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on North 11th Street
28 ft·5 sec·North 11th Street
2
Turn right onto US 377
12 mi·13 min·Main Street
3
Continue on US 83
21 mi·23 min·US 83
4
Turn right onto US 190
11 mi·11 min·East US Highway 190
5
Continue on US 190
19 mi·27 min·United States Highway 190
6
Continue on US 190
0.9 mi·1 min·Menard Highway
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 87; US 190; US 377
1.4 mi·1 min·Bridge Street
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 87; US 190; US 377
131 ft·1 sec·Commerce Street
9
Turn right onto US 190; US 377
218 ft·5 sec·Church Street
10
Turn right onto US 190; US 377
327 ft·14 sec·Main Street
11
Turn left onto US 190; US 377
2.0 mi·2 min·Bridge Street
12
Continue on US 377
44 mi·1 hr 4 min·United States Highway 377
13
Continue on US 377
1.7 mi·2 min·Main Street
14
Take the ramp onto US 377
230 ft·6 sec·US 377
15
Merge onto US 67; US 84; US 377
0.5 mi·37 sec·West Commerce Street
16
Continue on US 67; US 84; US 377
4.5 mi·5 min·Early Boulevard
17
Continue on US 67; US 377
19 mi·21 min·US Highway 67/377 East
18
Continue on US 67; US 377
2.9 mi·3 min·West Central Avenue
19
Continue on US 67; US 377
15 mi·17 min·US Highway 67
20
Continue on US 67; US 377
2.3 mi·2 min·Southwest US Highway 377
21
Continue on US 67; US 377
4.8 mi·5 min·Dublin Bypass
22
Continue on US 67; US 377
7.5 mi·8 min·South US Highway 377
23
Turn straight onto US 67; US 377
1.3 mi·2 min·West Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 377
3.6 mi·5 min·West South Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Continue on US 377
42 mi·51 min·North US Highway 377
26
Continue on US 377
11 mi·13 min·South US Highway 377
27
Continue on US 377
2.5 mi·4 min·Benbrook Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
28
Turn right onto Southwest Loop 820
0.2 mi·22 sec·Southwest Loop 820
29
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
Toward I 20 East
30
Merge onto I 20
7.2 mi·7 min·Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Exit 437Toward I 35W: Denton, WacoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 35W North: Denton
33
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·14 sec
Toward I 35W North: Fort Worth
34
Merge onto I 35W
3.2 mi·3 min·South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 49AToward Allen AvenueUse the slight right lane.
36
Turn straight onto South Freeway
0.1 mi·18 sec·South Freeway
37
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
210 ft·12 sec·East Allen Avenue
38
Turn left onto South Freeway
258 ft·5 sec·South Freeway
39
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Trip Plan
Since this is a 4-hour and 14-minute journey, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Leaving early in the morning allows you to navigate the turn-heavy sections during daylight hours when visibility is best. Given the lack of high-speed highway segments, your travel time can be sensitive to local traffic, so build in a little extra cushion. Fuel up before you leave Junction to ensure you stay within your $37 budget without needing to hunt for stations along the less-traveled portions of Highway 190 or Menard Highway. Taking the trip in a single day is entirely manageable, offering you the flexibility to arrive in Fort Worth by the afternoon.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 121.4 miles from Junction, TX, or about 2h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.5 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 53 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 121.4 miles or 2h 40m 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 12m
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 Junction, 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 Junction, TX
This is one driving day of about 242.8 miles and 5h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Junction, 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 United States Highway 377 for about 43.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 170.5 and 242.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
170.5 mi into trip|~3h 36m in|US 67; US 377 / West South Loop
Keep slight right at fork onto US 67; US 377 / West South Loop
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
230.7 mi into trip|~4h 51m in|I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
237.9 mi into trip|~4h 59m in
Take the exit toward I 35W: Denton, Waco
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.
Exit 437
Toward I 35W: Denton, Waco
5
238.3 mi into trip|~5h in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35W North: Denton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 35W North: Denton
7
242.3 mi into trip|~5h 5m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.69 one way
$73.38 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg85 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$40.16
$80.32
premium
$4.54
$43.35
$86.70
diesel
$5.61
$53.61
$107.21
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
72.8
0
$25.49
$11.65
Efficient EV
60.7
0
$21.25
$9.71
EV Truck/SUV
97.1
1
$33.99
$15.54
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 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.
Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026
Origin
Junction, TX
Late night
in Junction on Sunday
Local time
1:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fort Worth, TX
Late night
in Fort Worth on Sunday
Local time
1:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
S 15 mph20% chanceLive 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.
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
5h 6m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy, local drive that prioritizes winding roads over the monotony of a typical interstate grind. With 0% highway share, this route trades high-speed efficiency for a more hands-on driving experience. You will navigate a series of local thoroughfares that demand steady focus behind the wheel. The road’s personality is defined by its transition through rural stretches, requiring you to remain alert as the path shifts continuously. This is an ideal route if you prefer navigating regional backroads where the pace of travel is dictated by the character of the terrain rather than cruise control.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43.5 mi on United States Highway 377.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on United States Highway 377 and North US Highway 377. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 170.5 miles in near US 67; US 377 / West South Loop.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 242.8 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 170.5 miles (US 67; US 377 / West South Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 230.7 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 237.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 6m. Total distance: 242.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43.5 miles on United States Highway 377. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 170.5 miles (US 67; US 377 / West South Loop): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 230.7 miles (I 20 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 237.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Fort Worth, TX before the return drive.
