Origin
Ovilla, TX
Morning in Ovilla on Tuesday
Local time
10:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ovilla, 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
50m
Distance
39 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ovilla, TX
Mark Direen
Fort Worth, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This straightforward 39-mile drive from Ovilla, TX to Fort Worth, TX takes about 50 minutes and is easily manageable as a day trip. With 86% of the journey on highways, you'll likely spend most of your time on West US Highway 287 and South Freeway. The estimated fuel cost is around $6, making it an economical option. Both locations are situated within the Great Plains region, so expect a consistent landscape throughout. This route is ideal for a quick transit, with no recommended overnight stops needed.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West US Highway 287 | 23.8 mi | 25m |
| FM 1387 | 6.5 mi | 10m |
| South Freeway | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| Ovilla Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| West Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Avenue G | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North 8th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Allen Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West US Highway 287
— 23.8 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ovilla, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on West Main Street
114 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Turn right onto FM 664
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Ovilla Road
3
Turn right onto FM 1387
6.5 mi
·
10 min
·
FM 1387
4
Turn left onto North 8th Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
North 8th Street
5
Turn right onto US 287 Bus
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
West Avenue G
6
Continue on US 287 Bus
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 287 North: Fort Worth
8
Continue on US 287
24 mi
·
25 min
·
West US Highway 287
Use the left lane.
9
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.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 35W North: Denton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 35W North: Fort Worth
12
Merge onto I 35W
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 49A
Toward Allen Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn straight onto South Freeway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Freeway
15
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
210 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Allen Avenue
16
Turn left onto South Freeway
258 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Freeway
17
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.5 miles from Ovilla, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 34.6 and 38.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
34.6 mi into trip
|
~44m 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
34.8 mi into trip
|
~44m 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
5
35.2 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35W North: Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 35W North: Fort Worth
5
35.3 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
I 35W / South Freeway
Merge onto I 35W / South Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
38.6 mi into trip
|
~49m 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
$5.89 one way
$11.79 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $6.45 | $12.90 |
| premium | $4.54 | $6.96 | $13.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.61 | $17.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.87 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.41 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Morning in Fort Worth on Tuesday
Local time
10:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
S 15 mph
20% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 3:29PM CDT until April 14 at 3:45PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 14 at 3:26PM CDT until April 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
61°F
Mansfield, TX
20 mi in
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
19 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
50m 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 is primarily a highway-focused drive, with a significant 86% share of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience stretches like the longest uninterrupted segment of 23.8 miles on West US Highway 287, offering a consistent pace. Expect a mix of freeway driving and some sections on FM 1387, providing a dynamic yet efficient travel experience. The profile suggests a smooth, mostly uninterrupted journey where you can maintain a steady speed.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.8 mi on West US Highway 287.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West US Highway 287 and FM 1387. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 34.6 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 12 decision points packed into just 39 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 50m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 34.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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.
On the drive from Ovilla, TX to Fort Worth, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Denton along the way.
Denton
34.6 mi in
|
~44m
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 50m. Total distance: 39 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.8 miles on West US Highway 287. 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 34.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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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