Origin
White Settlement, TX
Late night in White Settlement on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from White Settlement, 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
17m
Distance
11.1 mi
18 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
White Settlement, TX
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Fort Worth, TX
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Trip Overview
Planning a quick trip from White Settlement to Fort Worth, Texas? This short drive covers just 11.1 miles and should take you about 17 minutes, making it perfectly suited as a single-day excursion. The journey primarily utilizes West Freeway, Lockheed Boulevard, and White Settlement Road, with a significant 71% of the route on highways. Given the minimal distance and short duration, you won't need to worry about overnight stays, and the estimated fuel cost is a modest $2. Both your origin and destination are situated within the Great Plains region, so expect a landscape consistent with that area. This route is ideal for those needing to get from point A to point B efficiently without a significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Freeway | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| Lockheed Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| White Settlement Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| US 287 Bus | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Freeway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Grants Lane | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| US 377 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Freeway
— 6.7 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between White Settlement, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on White Settlement Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
White Settlement Road
2
Turn right onto South Grants Lane
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Grants Lane
3
Turn slight left
279 ft
·
12 sec
4
Turn straight onto Spur 341
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lockheed Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 30 East, TX 183 South: Alta Mere Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 30 East
Use the slight left lane.
7
Turn straight onto West Freeway
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
West Freeway
8
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I-30 East
9
Merge onto I 30
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
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.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 35W South: Waco
12
Merge onto I 35W; US 287 Bus
0.1 mi
·
6 sec
·
South Freeway
13
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.
14
Continue on South Freeway
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
South Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 2.1 and 10.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
2.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 30 East, TX 183 South: Alta Mere Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 30 East, TX 183 South: Alta Mere Drive
8
2.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 30 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 30 East
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 30 / West Freeway
Merge onto I 30 / West Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
9.4 mi into trip
|
~14m 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
10.2 mi into trip
|
~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
$1.68 one way
$3.35 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $1.84 | $3.67 |
| premium | $4.54 | $1.98 | $3.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.45 | $4.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.17 | $0.53 |
| Efficient EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.97 | $0.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.55 | $0.71 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Late night in Fort Worth on Tuesday
Local time
4:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
17m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 71% of the 11.1 miles spent on faster roads. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 6.7 miles along West Freeway, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the journey. The route guides you through a mix of main roads like Lockheed Boulevard and White Settlement Road, which may offer slightly different driving dynamics compared to the open highway. While not overly complex, expect a practical driving experience with a clear emphasis on efficient travel between White Settlement and Fort Worth. The overall feel is one of straightforward transit rather than a scenic exploration.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.7 mi on West Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Freeway and Lockheed Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 11.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 17m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): 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.
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 White Settlement, TX to Fort Worth, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Denton along the way.
Denton
9.4 mi in
|
~14m
|
via US 377
About the Cities
Starting in White Settlement, 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
- • 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 17m. Total distance: 11.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.7 miles on West 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 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 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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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