Embark on a 221.1-mile journey from Woodcreek, TX, to Fort Worth, TX, a trip that can comfortably be completed in about 4 hours and 8 minutes. This one-day drive is entirely within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent landscape as you travel. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $33. You'll spend about 37% of your time on highways, with the majority of the drive utilizing the Purple Heart Trail and I-35W. This route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing for a relaxed pace and plenty of time to reach your destination.
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
110.6 miles from Woodcreek, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 13m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Woodcreek, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
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Start on Pebble Brook Lane
0.1 mi·25 sec·Pebble Brook Lane
2
Turn right onto Westwood Drive
0.2 mi·53 sec·Westwood Drive
3
Turn left onto Brookhollow Drive
490 ft·23 sec·Brookhollow Drive
4
At end of road, turn left onto Woodcreek Drive
393 ft·13 sec·Woodcreek Drive
5
Keep slight left at fork onto Woodcreek Drive
0.4 mi·1 min·Woodcreek Drive
6
Turn left onto RM 12
12 mi·21 min·Ranch Road 12
7
Turn right onto US 290
12 mi·16 min·East US Highway 290
Use the right lane.
8
Continue on US 290
0.3 mi·18 sec·West US Highway 290
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
10
Continue on West US Highway 290
2.0 mi·2 min·West US Highway 290
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Continue on US 290; TX 71
1.6 mi·1 min·US 290; TX 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward Loop 1 NorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto Loop 1
4.6 mi·5 min·South Mopac Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto Express 1 Toll
10 mi·10 min·Express 1 Toll
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Merge onto Loop 1
4.3 mi·4 min·North Mopac Expressway
Use the straight lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward TX 45 Toll EastUse the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward I 35 North, Toll 45 East
18
Merge onto TX 45 Toll
0.6 mi·35 sec·State Highway 45 North
19
Take the exit
1.3 mi·2 min
Toward I 35 North: WacoUse the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto I 35
80 mi·1 hr 22 min·Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on I 35
6.6 mi·7 min·South Jack Kultgen Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on I 35; US 77
33 mi·33 min·Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35W
49 mi·51 min·I 35W
Toward I 35W: Fort WorthUse the slight left lane.
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 49AToward Allen AvenueUse the slight right lane.
25
Turn straight onto South Freeway
0.1 mi·18 sec·South Freeway
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Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
210 ft·12 sec·East Allen Avenue
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Turn left onto South Freeway
258 ft·5 sec·South Freeway
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Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4-hour drive, consider departing in the morning to maximize your time in Fort Worth. With a total duration of just over 4 hours, you likely won't need to split the drive, giving you flexibility. There's one recommended stop along the way, which should be sufficient for a break. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 113-mile stretch on the Purple Heart Trail, as services might be less frequent. The fuel cost is estimated at $33, so budget accordingly.
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 110.6 miles from Woodcreek, TX, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113 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 49 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.6 miles or 2h 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 3h 26m
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 Woodcreek, 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 Woodcreek, TX
This is one driving day of about 221.1 miles and 4h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Woodcreek, 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 Purple Heart Trail for about 113 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 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 29.5 and 220.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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29.5 mi into trip|~45m in
Take the exit toward Loop 1 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Loop 1 North
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34.8 mi into trip|~52m in|Express 1 Toll
Keep slight left at fork onto Express 1 Toll
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
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49.2 mi into trip|~1h 8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward TX 45 Toll East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward TX 45 Toll East
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171.4 mi into trip|~3h 16m 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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220.6 mi into trip|~4h 7m 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
$33.41 one way
$66.82 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg77 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$36.57
$73.14
premium
$4.54
$39.48
$78.95
diesel
$5.61
$48.82
$97.63
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66.3
0
$23.22
$10.61
Efficient EV
55.3
0
$19.35
$8.84
EV Truck/SUV
88.4
1
$30.95
$14.15
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 18, 2026
Origin
Woodcreek, TX
Morning
in Woodcreek on Sunday
Local time
9:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 10 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 2:50AM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:47AM CDT until April 18 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Destination
Fort Worth, TX
Morning
in Fort Worth on Sunday
Local time
9:37 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
11 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 8m 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.
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
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 137.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a mixed drive, blending highway speeds with more local road sections. You'll encounter 37% highway driving, but the longest uninterrupted stretch covers an impressive 113 miles on the Purple Heart Trail. Expect a dynamic driving experience that transitions between faster-paced travel and sections that feel more connected to the Texas landscape. The route offers a good variety, so it’s unlikely to feel monotonous, with opportunities to experience different road surfaces and speeds.
37% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 113 mi on Purple Heart Trail.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 29.5 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 20 significant decision points across 221.1 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 29.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.8 miles (Express 1 Toll): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.2 miles: 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.
Between Woodcreek, TX and Fort Worth, TX, road signs point toward Loop 1 North and Toll 45 East.
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 4h 8m. Total distance: 221.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 113 miles on Purple Heart Trail. 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 29.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.8 miles (Express 1 Toll): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Waco Mammoth National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Fort Worth, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
