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Trip from Snyder, TX to Fort Worth, TX

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 18m

Distance

358.6 mi

577 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$54

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
6h 6m ★
6 AM
6h 19m
8 AM
6h 44m
10 AM
6h 28m
12 PM
6h 25m
3 PM
6h 29m
5 PM
6h 43m
8 PM
6h 11m

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, USA

Snyder, TX

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city and county seat of Tarrant County, Texas, United States

Fort Worth, TX

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Trip Overview

Spanning 342.9 miles across the Texas Great Plains, this drive from Snyder to Fort Worth typically takes about 5 hours and 16 minutes behind the wheel. Because the duration is manageable for a single day of travel, you can easily complete this trip without an overnight stop. Expect to spend approximately $52 on fuel for the journey, making it a relatively budget-friendly transit between the two cities. You will navigate via a combination of local routes, including the West Service Road, Marshall Formby Memorial Highway, and Loop 289. Since both your start and end points are located within the Great Plains region, the landscape remains consistent throughout your travel. It is a straightforward, practical route that serves as an efficient way to connect 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

179.3 miles from Snyder, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 13m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 84 183 mi 3h 5m
US Highway 84 73.9 mi 1h 14m
Marshall Formby Memorial Highway 36.3 mi 36m
East Highway 84 26.9 mi 26m
West Freeway 15.2 mi 17m
Loop 289 7.5 mi 8m
Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway 4.5 mi 4m
County Road 145 2 mi 7m
Longest stretch: US 84 — 183 mi, about 3h 5m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on County Road 145

2.0 mi · 7 min · County Road 145
2

Turn right onto FM 2337

0.4 mi · 1 min · FM 2337
3

Turn right onto FM 2337

0.4 mi · 1 min · FM 2337
4

Turn left

0.2 mi · 58 sec
5

Turn right onto West Service Road

0.4 mi · 51 sec · West Service Road
6

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 15 sec
7

Merge onto I 27; US 87

36 mi · 36 min · Marshall Formby Memorial Highway
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Exit 536B Toward Loop 289
9

Turn straight onto North Interstate 27

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Interstate 27
10

Turn left onto North Loop 289

0.2 mi · 24 sec · North Loop 289
11

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec
12

Merge onto Loop 289

7.5 mi · 8 min · Loop 289
13

Take the exit

421 ft · 10 sec
Toward Spur 331: Southeast Drive
14

Keep slight right at fork

233 ft · 5 sec
Toward Spur 331: Southeast Drive
15

Turn straight onto Southeast Loop 289

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Southeast Loop 289
16

Turn right onto Spur 331

1.9 mi · 2 min · Southeast Drive
17

Merge onto US 84

0.2 mi · 13 sec · Slaton Road
18

Continue on US 84

6.9 mi · 6 min · East Highway 84
19

Continue on US 84

4.5 mi · 4 min · Trooper Jerry Don Davis Memorial Highway
20

Continue on US 84

20 mi · 20 min · East Highway 84
21

Continue on US 84

1.0 mi · 1 min · North US Highway 84
22

Turn left onto Spur 575

0.1 mi · 16 sec · East 15th Street
23

Turn right onto TX 207

0.4 mi · 37 sec · Ralls Road
24

Turn straight onto TX 207

1.1 mi · 2 min · North Avenue F
25

At end of road, turn left onto US 84

74 mi · 1 hr 14 min · US Highway 84
26

Keep slight left at fork onto US 84

183 mi · 3 hr 5 min · US 84
Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Keep slight left at fork onto I 30

15 mi · 17 min · West Freeway
Exit 421 Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28

Take the exit onto US 377

0.2 mi · 12 sec · US 377
Exit 15A Toward I 35W, I 35W Express Toll North, US 377 North: Waco, Denton Use the slight right lane.
29

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 35W South: Waco
30

Merge onto I 35W; US 287 Bus

0.1 mi · 6 sec · South Freeway
31

Take the exit onto US 287 Bus

0.5 mi · 1 min · US 287 Bus
Exit 49B Toward US 287 Business: Rosedale Street, Allen Avenue Use the slight right lane.
32

Continue on South Freeway

0.4 mi · 46 sec · South Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
33

Arrive at destination

South Freeway

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour and 16-minute duration, departing in the early morning allows you to arrive in Fort Worth by early afternoon with plenty of flexibility. Since this is a turn-heavy route, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and reset your focus. Keep your $52 fuel budget in mind when planning your refueling stops, as local roads may offer fewer service options than major interstates. Because this route relies on local connectors rather than high-speed highways, check your navigation apps for real-time traffic updates on Loop 289 before you head out. Taking advantage of the shorter duration means you can keep your travel itinerary loose and adjust your pace as needed throughout the day.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 179.3 miles from Snyder, TX, or about 3h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 183 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 79 miles or 1h 30m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 179.3 miles or 3h 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 5h 14m

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 Snyder, 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 Snyder, TX

This is one driving day of about 358.6 miles and 6h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 79 miles from Snyder, 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 84 for about 183 miles.

Where to Stop

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

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sweetwater, TX

179 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

Post, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 79 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Sweetwater, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 179.3 miles from Snyder, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 84 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 183 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Forest Park Miniature Railroad

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 358.6

Fort Worth, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18179665509

Visit website

Paramount Theatre

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 204.9

Abilene, Texas

+13256769620

Visit website

Adamson-Spalding Storybook Garden

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 204.9

Abilene, Texas

Visit website

12th Armored Division Memorial

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 204.9

Abilene, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13256776515

Visit website

The Discovery Center & Truth Bookstore

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 204.9

Abilene, Texas

Hours: 1–5 pm

+13256735050

Visit website

Fort Worth Herd

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 358.6

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 22

5 decision points cluster between mile 48.5 and 357.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
48.5 mi into trip | ~59m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Spur 331: Southeast Drive

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward Spur 331: Southeast Drive
8
158.7 mi into trip | ~2h 52m in | US 84

Keep slight left at fork onto US 84 toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
8
341.7 mi into trip | ~5h 58m in | I 30 / West Freeway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 30 / West Freeway toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 421 Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
8
357 mi into trip | ~6h 15m in | US 377

Take the exit onto US 377 toward I 35W, I 35W Express Toll North, US 377 North: Waco, Denton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 15A Toward I 35W, I 35W Express Toll North, US 377...
8
357.7 mi into trip | ~6h 16m in | US 287 Bus

Take the exit onto US 287 Bus toward US 287 Business: Rosedale Street, Allen Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 49B Toward US 287 Business: Rosedale Street, Allen...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$54.19 one way

$108.37 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 126 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $59.31 $118.62
premium $4.54 $64.03 $128.05
diesel $5.61 $79.17 $158.35

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$54

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$79–$104

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 125.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 107.6 1 $37.65 $17.21
Efficient EV 89.7 1 $31.38 $14.34
EV Truck/SUV 143.4 1 $50.20 $22.95

Gas CO2

125 kg

EV CO2

42 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Snyder, TX

Late night in Snyder on Sunday

Local time

2:44 AM

CDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fort Worth, TX

Late night in Fort Worth on Sunday

Local time

2:44 AM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

59°F

Sweetwater, TX

179 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

22 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

6h 18m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since this route features a 0% highway share, you will be navigating local roads and connectors for the duration of the 342.9-mile trip. The path requires your full attention as you transition between sections like the Marshall Formby Memorial Highway and Loop 289. Unlike high-speed transit corridors, this drive offers a more technical feel that demands active steering and constant engagement. You should anticipate a steady pace rather than long, uninterrupted stretches of open road, keeping you focused on the changing local traffic patterns as you move toward Fort Worth.

84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 183 mi on US 84.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 84 and US Highway 84. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 48.5 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 22 significant decision points across 358.6 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 48.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 158.7 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 341.7 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

On the drive from Snyder, TX to Fort Worth, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 289 along the way.

Loop 289

39.8 mi in | ~48m

About the Cities

Starting in Snyder, TX

Full guide →

Snyder is a city in the Llano Estacado region of Texas. It was a very rough and tumble place in the early days after first being settled in 1878. Then there was an oil boom period. Now Snyder has a college (Western Texas College) and a little more of a diversified and stable presence.

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 6h 18m. Total distance: 358.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 18m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 183 miles on US 84. 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 48.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 158.7 miles (US 84): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 341.7 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.3 hours each way, a round trip means 12.6 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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