Origin
Anthony, TX
Afternoon in Anthony on Sunday
Local time
2:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Anthony, TX to Fort Worth, TX
Drive Time
2h 2m
Distance
99.6 mi
160 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
Anthony, TX
Action Construction Equipment Ltd. - ACE
Fort Worth, TX
Talena Reese
Trip Overview
Traveling from Anthony to Fort Worth covers approximately 99.6 miles, making this a manageable journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 2 minutes. Because of the relatively short duration, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize the Sam Rayburn Tollway, TX 121, and the Sam Rayburn Highway to navigate between these Great Plains locations. Budgeting around $15 for fuel should be sufficient for the trip, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. This route is straightforward and serves as a direct connection across the region. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick getaway, the trip is efficient and simple to navigate.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
49.8 miles from Anthony, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you traverse this 99.6-mile corridor. With 53% of the journey consisting of highway travel, you will spend a significant portion of your time on major thoroughfares like the Sam Rayburn Tollway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 23.2-mile segment on the tollway, which provides a steady, rhythmic pace. Outside of these faster highway sections, the road transitions into local driving, requiring you to stay alert to changing traffic patterns. Overall, the drive balances high-speed highway connectivity with the necessary slower segments required to navigate toward your destination in Fort Worth.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sam Rayburn Tollway is the longest continuous segment at about 23.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 35.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 99.6 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 35.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.8 miles (TX 121): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.5 miles (TX 121 / Airport Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
35.5 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 75 South, TX 121 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 75 South, TX 121 South
8
75.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
|
TX 121
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 121 toward TX 121 South: Forth Worth, Arlington, Grand Praire
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward TX 121 South: Forth Worth, Arlington, Gr...
9
89.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
|
TX 121 / Airport Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 121 / Airport Freeway toward TX 121 South: Downtown, Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 25A
Toward TX 121 South: Downtown, Fort Worth
8
96.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35W South, US 287 South, US 377 South: Waco
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 35W South, US 287 South, US 377 South:...
8
98.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 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...
Towns Along This Route
Between Anthony, TX and Fort Worth, TX, road signs point toward Srt Toll South: Sam Rayburn Tollway, Arlington, Grand Praire and Ft Worth.
Srt Toll South: Sam Rayburn Tollway
43.7 mi in
|
~58m
Arlington
75.8 mi in
|
~1h 33m
|
via TX 121
Grand Praire
75.8 mi in
|
~1h 33m
|
via TX 121
Ft Worth
89.7 mi in
|
~1h 49m
|
via TX 121
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sam Rayburn Tollway | 23.2 mi | 24m |
| TX 121 | 21.9 mi | 24m |
| Sam Rayburn Highway | 13.3 mi | 15m |
| State Highway 160 | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| North Pecan Street | 7.8 mi | 11m |
| Central Expressway | 7.4 mi | 7m |
| Airport Freeway | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| FM 1897 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
Sam Rayburn Tollway
— 23.2 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anthony, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on FM 1753
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
FM 1753
2
At end of road, turn left onto FM 1897
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
FM 1897
3
Turn left onto US 69
7.8 mi
·
11 min
·
North Pecan Street
4
Continue on TX 160
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 160
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
6
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
this road
7
Merge onto TX 121
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Sam Rayburn Highway
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 75 South, TX 121 South
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto US 75; TX 121
7.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Central Expressway
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 38C
Toward SRT Toll South: Sam Rayburn Tollway
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto SRT
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Sam Rayburn Tollway
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on TX 121
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
TX 121
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on SRT
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Sam Rayburn Tollway
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on TX 121
6.9 mi
·
7 min
·
TX 121
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 121
14 mi
·
15 min
·
TX 121
Toward TX 121 South: Forth Worth, Arlington, Grand Praire
Use the left / right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 121
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Airport Freeway
Exit 25A
Toward TX 121 South: Downtown, Fort Worth
Use the slight right lane.
17
Continue on TX 121
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Airport Freeway
Exit 24B
Toward TX 121 South: Downtown, Ft Worth
Use the none lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 35W South, US 287 South, US 377 South: Waco
Use the slight left lane.
19
Merge onto I 35W; US 287; US 377
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North South Freeway
Use the none lane.
20
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.
21
Continue on South Freeway
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
South Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
22
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 2-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a wise strategy. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily complete the drive in one go, but keep your $15 fuel budget in mind as you plan your stops. Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of being able to hit the road whenever it suits your schedule best. A practical tip for this specific route is to keep a toll pass or payment method ready, as your reliance on the Sam Rayburn Tollway means you will encounter toll-based infrastructure throughout the drive. Staying mindful of these road types will help ensure your trip remains smooth and stress-free.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 49.8 miles from Anthony, TX, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.2 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 80 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.8 miles or 1h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 40m
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 Anthony, 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 Anthony, TX
This is one driving day of about 99.6 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Anthony, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Sam Rayburn Tollway for about 23.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.8 mi from Anthony, TX · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.8 miles from Anthony, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fort Worth, TX
The final approach into Fort Worth, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Fort Worth, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.21 one way
$30.43 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $16.67 | $33.35 |
| premium | $4.59 | $18.00 | $36.01 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.13 | $44.26 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.45
Sam Rayburn Tollway
(23.2 mi)
$1.86
Central Expressway
(7.4 mi)
$0.59
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.9 | 0 | $10.46 | $4.78 |
| Efficient EV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.71 | $3.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.8 | 0 | $13.94 | $6.37 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Afternoon in Fort Worth on Sunday
Local time
2:24 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°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
23 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
2h 2m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Anthony, TX to Fort Worth, TX covers 99.6 miles and takes about 2h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sam Rayburn Tollway, TX 121, Sam Rayburn Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.8 miles from Anthony, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.21 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 99.6 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 35.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.8 miles (TX 121): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.5 miles (TX 121 / Airport Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Anthony, TX and Fort Worth, TX, road signs point toward Srt Toll South: Sam Rayburn Tollway, Arlington, Grand Praire and Ft Worth.
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