Spanning 55.1 miles across the Great Plains, this direct route from Weatherford to Irving is a straightforward commute that typically takes about 1 hour and 7 minutes. Since the entire trip is easily manageable in a single day, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. With fuel costs estimated at just $8, it is a very budget-friendly way to move between these two Texas locations. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major corridors like I-20 and the Jim Wright Freeway. It is an ideal connection for travelers looking for efficiency rather than a leisurely sightseeing tour.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Jim Wright Freeway
12.6 mi
14m
I 820 TEXpress
6.9 mi
6m
I 20
6.5 mi
6m
Fort Worth Highway
5.9 mi
9m
West Freeway
5.6 mi
5m
Airport Freeway
5 mi
5m
SH 121/183 TEXpress
4.4 mi
4m
West Irving Boulevard
2.7 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Jim Wright Freeway
— 12.6 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weatherford, TX and Irving, TX.
1
Start on FM 51
221 ft·11 sec·North Main Street
2
Continue on FM 51
272 ft·6 sec·North Main Street
3
Enter roundabout onto US 180
456 ft·14 sec·Fort Worth Highway
4
Continue on US 180
5.8 mi·8 min·Fort Worth Highway
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp onto US 180
0.9 mi·1 min·US 180
6
Merge onto I 20
6.5 mi·6 min·I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30
5.6 mi·5 min·West Freeway
Exit 421Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort WorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 5BToward I 820 NorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 820
13 mi·14 min·Jim Wright Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 820
0.3 mi·18 sec·Northeast Loop
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 820 TEXpress
6.9 mi·6 min·I 820 TEXpress
Toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas EntranceUse the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
4.4 mi·4 min·SH 121/183 TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on TX 183 TEXpress
2.5 mi·2 min·SH 183 TEXpress
Toward TX 183 Express EastUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
262 ft·6 sec
Use the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto TX 183
5.0 mi·5 min·Airport Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road SouthUse the right lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward TX 356: Irving BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on TX 356
2.7 mi·4 min·West Irving Boulevard
Use the left lane.
19
Continue on TX 356
0.4 mi·52 sec·West 2nd Street
20
Turn left onto South Ohio Street
436 ft·19 sec·South Ohio Street
21
Arrive at destination
North Ohio Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 27.6 miles from Weatherford, 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 13.3 and 51.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
13.3 mi into trip|~18m 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
7
18.9 mi into trip|~24m in
Take the exit toward I 820 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5B
Toward I 820 North
7
32.6 mi into trip|~40m in|I 820 TEXpress
Keep slight left at fork onto I 820 TEXpress toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas Entrance
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas E...
7
51.4 mi into trip|~59m in
Take the exit toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road...
7
51.6 mi into trip|~1h in
Keep slight left at fork toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.33 one way
$16.65 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg19 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$9.11
$18.23
premium
$4.54
$9.84
$19.68
diesel
$5.61
$12.17
$24.33
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
16.5
0
$5.79
$2.64
Efficient EV
13.8
0
$4.82
$2.20
EV Truck/SUV
22
0
$7.71
$3.53
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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 12, 2026
Origin
Weatherford, TX
Late night
in Weatherford on Tuesday
Local time
4:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 15 to 20 mph88% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 9:08AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 8:43AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
Irving, TX
Late night
in Irving on Tuesday
Local time
4:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 15 mph51% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 9:08AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 8:43AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 7m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience as you navigate this route, with 80% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. The drive relies on a mix of I-20, I-820 TEXpress, and the Jim Wright Freeway to keep traffic moving. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch along a 12.6-mile segment of the Jim Wright Freeway, which sets the pace for the trip. Because this is primarily an interstate-focused drive, you should prepare for a consistent, high-speed environment rather than winding local roads. It is a practical, utilitarian path that prioritizes speed and directness over scenic variety.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.6 mi on Jim Wright Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Wright Freeway and I 820 TEXpress. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.3 miles in near I 30 / West Freeway.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.1 miles you will encounter 14 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 13.3 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.6 miles (I 820 TEXpress): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,047 ft484 ft
Total Climb
141 ft
Total Descent
704 ft
Highest Point
1,047 ft
Elevation Range
563 ft
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 Weatherford, TX to Irving, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Line Road South along the way.
Irving is a city in the Prairies and Lakes region of Texas. Part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Irving has experienced exponential growth over the past fifty years, and is home to a multitude of attractions of all types, from modern art to major sporting events. Founded in 1902 out of the remnants of the small community of Kit, Irving is now a bustling city of approximately 197,000 residents.
Rather like Dallas, it is divided into a highly affluent northern half and less affluent but highly diverse southern half. It is bounded to the east by the northern fork (Elm Fork) of the Trinity River and to the northwest by the sprawling D/FW International Airport.
Top landmarks
•Ruth Paine Home — house in Irving, Texas, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 55.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.6 miles on Jim Wright Freeway. 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 Irving, 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 13.3 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.6 miles (I 820 TEXpress): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Irving, TX before heading back.
