Origin
Kountze, TX
Morning in Kountze on Tuesday
Local time
7:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kountze, 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
5h 25m
Distance
283.2 mi
456 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 12m
★
6 AM
5h 26m
8 AM
5h 52m
10 AM
5h 35m
12 PM
5h 32m
3 PM
5h 36m
5 PM
5h 51m
8 PM
5h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kountze, TX
Thomas balabaud
Fort Worth, TX
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Trip Overview
Kountze to Fort Worth is 283.2 miles and takes about 5h 25m via US Highway 175 West and US 69, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you from the Great Plains region of East Texas into the same region as you head northwest. You'll spend most of your time on highways, making it a straightforward trip. It's a route well-suited for a single day of travel, offering a direct connection between these two Texas locations.
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
141.6 miles from Kountze, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 47m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 175 West | 68.5 mi | 1h 14m |
| US 69 | 53.6 mi | 1h 3m |
| US Highway 69 North | 42.8 mi | 48m |
| South Pine Street | 29.6 mi | 33m |
| Lyndon B Johnson Freeway | 21.1 mi | 22m |
| US Highway 175 | 20.8 mi | 22m |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway | 19.7 mi | 21m |
| South Freeway | 3.4 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 175 West
— 68.5 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kountze, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on South Cherry Street
98 ft
·
6 sec
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South Cherry Street
2
Turn right onto East Brown Street
258 ft
·
9 sec
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East Brown Street
3
Turn right onto US 69; US 287
30 mi
·
33 min
·
South Pine Street
4
Continue on US 69; US 287
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
South Magnolia Street
5
Continue on US 69
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
US Highway 69 North
6
Continue on US 69
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Wheeler Avenue
7
Continue on US 69
36 mi
·
40 min
·
US Highway 69 North
8
Continue on US 69
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East Denman Avenue
9
Turn right onto US 69 Bus
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Chestnut Street
10
Turn straight
304 ft
·
11 sec
11
Turn straight onto US 59 Bus; US 69 Bus
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Timberland Drive
12
Turn left onto US 69 Bus; TX 103
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Kurth Drive
13
At end of road, turn left onto TX 103; Loop 287
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Loop 287 Frontage Road
14
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
15
Merge onto US 69
54 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
US 69
16
Turn left onto US 175
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Alexander Boulevard
17
Continue on US 175
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Frankston Highway
18
Continue on US 175
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
US Highway 175 West
19
Turn slight right
3.8 mi
·
4 min
20
Merge onto US 175
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Pine Street
21
Continue on US 175
21 mi
·
22 min
·
US Highway 175
22
Continue on US 175 Bus
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
East Corsicana Street
23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 175 Bus
59 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
US Highway 175 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Merge onto I 20
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on I 20
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 437
Toward I 35W South, I 35W North: Waco, Denton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 35W North: Denton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 35W North: Fort Worth
30
Merge onto I 35W
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 49A
Toward Allen Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
32
Turn straight onto South Freeway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Freeway
33
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
210 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Allen Avenue
34
Turn left onto South Freeway
258 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Freeway
35
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 25m duration, leaving Kountze in the morning will allow you to reach Fort Worth with plenty of daylight. You'll only need one stop, so consider a mid-point break around the 2.5-hour mark. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $43 budget is an estimate and prices can vary. The longest stretch on US Highway 175 West is nearly 70 miles, so ensure you have enough fuel before entering that segment.
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 141.6 miles from Kountze, TX, or about 2h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.5 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 62 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 141.6 miles or 2h 47m 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 28m
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 Kountze, 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 Kountze, TX
This is one driving day of about 283.2 miles and 5h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 62 miles from Kountze, 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 US Highway 175 West for about 68.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
142 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 62 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 141.6 miles from Kountze, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 175 West if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 178.3 and 282.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
178.3 mi into trip
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~3h 30m in
|
US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West
Keep slight right at fork onto US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
237.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 34m in
Take the exit toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 20 West: Fort Worth
8
278.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 19m in
Take the exit toward I 35W South, I 35W North: Waco, Denton
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 South, I 35W North: Waco, Denton
7
279 mi into trip
|
~5h 19m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 35W North: Denton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35W North: Denton
7
282.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 24m 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
$42.79 one way
$85.58 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
99 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $46.84 | $93.68 |
| premium | $4.54 | $50.56 | $101.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $62.53 | $125.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 85 | 1 | $29.74 | $13.59 |
| Efficient EV | 70.8 | 0 | $24.78 | $11.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 113.3 | 1 | $39.65 | $18.12 |
Gas CO2
99 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Morning in Fort Worth on Tuesday
Local time
7:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Chandler, TX
142 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
7 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 25m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll be on highways for about 74% of this 283.2-mile trip. The longest stretch without a significant road change is 68.5 miles on US Highway 175 West. Expect a consistent highway feel for the majority of the drive, with fewer exits and more open cruising. You'll transition to surface roads for the remaining portion of the route.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 68.5 mi on US Highway 175 West.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 175 West and US 69. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 178.3 miles in near US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 283.2 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 178.3 miles (US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 237.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 278.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
652 ft
83 ft
Total Climb
896 ft
Total Descent
327 ft
Highest Point
652 ft
~283.2 mi in
Elevation Range
569 ft
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 5h 25m. Total distance: 283.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 68.5 miles on US Highway 175 West. 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 178.3 miles (US 175 Bus / US Highway 175 West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 237.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 278.8 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 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.9 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.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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