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Trip from Spur, TX to Fort Worth, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 23, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 49m
Distance
274.6 mi
442 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 36m
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6 AM
4h 50m
8 AM
5h 17m
10 AM
4h 59m
12 PM
4h 56m
3 PM
5h 0m
5 PM
5h 15m
8 PM
4h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Spur, TX
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Fort Worth, TX
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Trip Overview
Spur, TX to Fort Worth, TX is 274.6 miles and takes about 4h 49m via I 20 and South State Highway 70, with a fuel budget near $40 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, offering a mostly highway experience. You'll find this route straightforward, primarily utilizing major roadways for most of the distance. It's a practical option for getting between these two Texas locations without needing an overnight stay, assuming you're comfortable with a solid day's drive.
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
137.3 miles from Spur, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 26m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 173.1 mi | 2h 55m |
| South State Highway 70 | 25.2 mi | 25m |
| TX 208 | 19.9 mi | 21m |
| State Highway 70 South | 16.8 mi | 18m |
| West Freeway | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| State Highway 70 North | 8.4 mi | 8m |
| US Highway 380 | 5.6 mi | 5m |
| East Hill Street | 3.6 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 173.1 mi, about 2h 55m
Traffic on I-20
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 48 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,701 veh/hr typical · worst 2,188
Quietest
2 AM
~196 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spur, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on FM 836
76 ft
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3 sec
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West Harris Street
2
Turn right onto Loop 21
0.2 mi
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21 sec
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Burlington Avenue
3
Turn left onto Loop 21
0.8 mi
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1 min
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6th Street
4
Turn straight onto TX 70
3.6 mi
·
5 min
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East Hill Street
5
Turn right onto TX 208
20 mi
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21 min
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TX 208
6
At end of road, turn left onto US 380
5.6 mi
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5 min
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US Highway 380
7
Turn sharp right onto TX 70
25 mi
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25 min
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South State Highway 70
8
Continue on TX 70
0.8 mi
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1 min
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North Cleveland Avenue
9
Continue on TX 70
0.7 mi
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1 min
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South Cleveland Avenue
10
Continue on TX 70
8.4 mi
·
8 min
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State Highway 70 North
11
Continue on TX 70
0.7 mi
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1 min
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North Concho Street
12
Continue on TX 70
17 mi
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18 min
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State Highway 70 South
13
Turn left onto TX 70
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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Bluebonnet Drive
14
At end of road, turn left onto I 20 Bus; TX 70
0.2 mi
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19 sec
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East Broadway Street
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
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24 sec
Toward I 20 East: Abilene
16
Merge onto I 20; US 84
173 mi
·
2 hr 55 min
·
I 20; US 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30
15 mi
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17 min
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West Freeway
Exit 421
Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit onto US 377
0.2 mi
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12 sec
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US 377
Exit 15A
Toward I 35W, I 35W Express Toll North, US 377 North: Waco, Denton
Use the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 35W South: Waco
20
Merge onto I 35W; US 287 Bus
0.1 mi
·
6 sec
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South Freeway
21
Take the exit onto US 287 Bus
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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US 287 Bus
Exit 49B
Toward US 287 Business: Rosedale Street, Allen Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
22
Continue on South Freeway
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
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South Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
23
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Trip Plan
Given the 4 hour 49 minute estimated drive time, leaving Spur, TX in the morning is your best bet to arrive in Fort Worth with ample daylight. This drive is best completed in a single day, so plan for one main stop to stretch your legs and grab a bite, perhaps around the halfway point. With a fuel cost estimated at $40, monitor your fuel gauge, especially during the long 173.1-mile stretch on I 20 where services might be more spread out. The relatively short duration means you have flexibility, but don't underestimate the time needed for potential traffic as you approach Fort Worth.
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 137.3 miles from Spur, TX, or about 2h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 173.1 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 60 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 137.3 miles or 2h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 55m
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 Spur, 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 Spur, TX
This is one driving day of about 274.6 miles and 4h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Spur, 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 I 20 for about 173.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
137 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 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 137.3 miles from Spur, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 173.1 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
I-20 Westbound Picnic Area
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I-20 Eastbound Picnic Area
0 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Eastland County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Eastland County Westbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Nolan County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.2 mi from route
Callahan County Eastbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Callahan County Westbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.2 mi from route
Waterfall Overlook
0.3 mi from route
Rest Area
0.3 mi from route
Hill Arbor
0.3 mi from route
Rest Area
0.3 mi from route
Rest Area
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.5 mi from route
Forest Park Miniature Railroad
4.4
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Fort Worth, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+18179665509
Visit websiteParamount Theatre
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Halfway reset
4.8 mi from route
~12 min detour
Abilene, Texas
+13256769620
Visit websiteFort Worth Herd
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, ~12 min detour
Home stretch
4.7 mi from route
~12 min detour
Fort Worth, Texas
Hours: 11:30 am–4 pm
+18173364373
Visit websiteAdamson-Spalding Storybook Garden
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Halfway reset
4.8 mi from route
~12 min detour
Abilene, Texas
Visit website12th Armored Division Memorial
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Halfway reset
4.7 mi from route
~12 min detour
Abilene, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+13256776515
Visit websiteThe Discovery Center & Truth Bookstore
4.4
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Halfway reset
4.8 mi from route
~12 min detour
Abilene, Texas
Hours: 1–5 pm
+13256735050
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 273.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Loop 21 / Burlington Avenue
Turn right onto Loop 21 / Burlington Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
84.3 mi into trip
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~1h 33m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 20 East: Abilene
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 20 East: Abilene
8
257.6 mi into trip
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~4h 28m in
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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
272.9 mi into trip
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~4h 46m in
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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
273.7 mi into trip
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~4h 47m in
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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
$41.22 one way
$82.44 round trip
$3.81/gal
25.4 MPG avg
96 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $45.61 | $91.22 |
| premium | $4.57 | $49.35 | $98.70 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $67.85 | $135.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 96.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 82.4 | 1 | $28.83 | $13.18 |
| Efficient EV | 68.7 | 0 | $24.03 | $10.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 109.8 | 1 | $38.44 | $17.57 |
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 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.
Origin
Spur, TX
Night in Spur on Thursday
Local time
10:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Sunny
S 0 to 10 mph
2% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Fort Worth, TX
Night in Fort Worth on Thursday
Local time
10:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Mostly Sunny
SE 0 to 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
57°F
Albany, TX
137 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
4 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
4h 49m 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?
This route is 97% highway, meaning you'll spend almost all of your time on high-speed roads. The longest continuous stretch on I 20 covers 173.1 miles, giving you a substantial period of uninterrupted driving. After the highway portion, you'll transition to surface roads, specifically South State Highway 70 and TX 208, for the remaining miles. Expect a fairly consistent driving experience with fewer decision points until the very end.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 173.1 mi on I 20.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and South State Highway 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Loop 21 / Burlington Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 274.6 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: near the start (Loop 21 / Burlington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 84.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 257.6 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,287 ft
652 ft
Total Climb
706 ft
Total Descent
2,340 ft
Highest Point
2,287 ft
Elevation Range
1,634 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Spur, TX
Full guide →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
- • Kimbell Art Museum — art museum in Fort Worth, Texas
- • Amon Carter Museum of American Art — art museum in Fort Worth, Texas
- • Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth — art museum
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 4h 49m. Total distance: 274.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 173.1 miles on I 20. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 28 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 28 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Loop 21 / Burlington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 84.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 257.6 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Fort Worth, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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