This 134.1-mile journey from Rogers to Fort Worth, Texas, is a straightforward drive that can be completed in approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $20, it's an economical option for a day trip, making it ideal for a single day of travel. You'll primarily navigate via Mesquite Avenue and I-35 North, with a stretch on Southeast H K Dodgen Loop, indicating a route that balances highway travel with local road sections. Since both your origin and destination are within the Great Plains region, expect a landscape consistent with that environment. This route is well-suited for a single-day adventure, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
66.9 miles from Rogers, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Purple Heart Trail
59.2 mi
59m
I 35W
49.2 mi
51m
Mesquite Avenue
10.5 mi
13m
South Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi
7m
Southeast H K Dodgen Loop
6.5 mi
8m
North General Bruce Drive
0.7 mi
1m
South Freeway
0.2 mi
<1m
East Allen Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Trail
— 59.2 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rogers, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
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Start on this road
54 ft·4 sec·this road
2
Turn slight left
38 ft·4 sec
3
Turn right onto US 190; TX 36; FM 2184
11 mi·13 min·Mesquite Avenue
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward To I 35 North, Loop 363 North, TX 95 South: Waco, Taylor
5
Turn right onto Loop 363
6.5 mi·8 min·Southeast H K Dodgen Loop
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto North General Bruce Drive
0.7 mi·1 min·North General Bruce Drive
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward I 35 North
8
Merge onto I 35
26 mi·26 min·Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 35
6.6 mi·7 min·South Jack Kultgen Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 35; US 77
33 mi·33 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 WorthUse the slight left lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 49AToward Allen AvenueUse 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 the relatively short 2-hour duration and 134.1-mile distance, this trip from Rogers to Fort Worth offers great flexibility. You can leave whenever it suits your schedule, and with minimal stops recommended (0), you can make good time. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $20, and plan to refuel before you leave Rogers if you prefer a full tank. Pay close attention to navigation, especially on the 'turn-heavy local drive' sections, to avoid missing any crucial turns on Mesquite Avenue or the Southeast H K Dodgen Loop.
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 66.9 miles from Rogers, TX, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.2 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 29 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.9 miles or 1h 13m 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 57m
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 Rogers, 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 Rogers, TX
This is one driving day of about 133.7 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Rogers, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Purple Heart Trail for about 59.2 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.6 and 133.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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10.6 mi into trip|~13m in
Take the exit toward To I 35 North, Loop 363 North, TX 95 South: Waco, Taylor
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward To I 35 North, Loop 363 North, TX 95 Sou...
5
10.7 mi into trip|~13m in|Loop 363 / Southeast H K Dodgen Loop
Turn right onto Loop 363 / Southeast H K Dodgen Loop
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
18.2 mi into trip|~23m in|I 35 / Purple Heart Trail
Merge onto I 35 / Purple Heart Trail
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
84 mi into trip|~1h 30m 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
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133.2 mi into trip|~2h 22m 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
$20.20 one way
$40.40 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg47 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$22.11
$44.23
premium
$4.54
$23.87
$47.74
diesel
$5.61
$29.52
$59.04
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
40.1
0
$14.04
$6.42
Efficient EV
33.4
0
$11.70
$5.35
EV Truck/SUV
53.5
0
$18.72
$8.56
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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 15, 2026
Origin
Rogers, TX
Late night
in Rogers on Sunday
Local time
3:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fort Worth, TX
Late night
in Fort Worth on Sunday
Local time
3:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live 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
14 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 23m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 50.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 134.1-mile trip, as indicated by the route's profile and 0% highway share. This means you'll be navigating through various local roads and potentially smaller highways rather than extended interstate cruising. The absence of a 'longest_stretch' suggests frequent intersections and changes in direction, requiring your attention throughout the 2-hour journey. This type of driving can offer more varied scenery and interaction with local communities compared to a pure interstate route.
42% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.2 mi on Purple Heart Trail.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 10.6 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
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 133.7 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 10.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.7 miles (Loop 363 / Southeast H K Dodgen Loop): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.2 miles (I 35 / Purple Heart Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Rogers, TX and Fort Worth, TX, road signs point toward To I 35 North, Loop 363 North and Taylor.
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 2h 23m. Total distance: 133.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 59.2 miles on Purple Heart Trail. 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: at 10.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.7 miles (Loop 363 / Southeast H K Dodgen Loop): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.2 miles (I 35 / Purple Heart Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
