Origin
Arlington, TX
Afternoon in Arlington on Sunday
Local time
1:17 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arlington, TX to Fort Worth, TX
Drive Time
23m
Distance
13.5 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Photo: Talena Reese
Trip Overview
Traveling between Arlington and Fort Worth is a quick, 15.8-mile journey that typically takes about 21 minutes. Because this is a short trip within the Great Plains region, you won't need to worry about overnight stays; it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You will navigate primarily via South Cooper Street, West Division Street, and East Lancaster Avenue. With a fuel cost of just $2, this commute is exceptionally budget-friendly. It is a straightforward trip that avoids the complexities of long-distance planning, making it an ideal choice for travelers looking for a simple, efficient connection between these two Texas cities.
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
6.7 miles from Arlington, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will be navigating city streets for the entire 15.8-mile distance, requiring your full attention at intersections and local turnoffs. Because the drive is entirely local, there are no long, uninterrupted stretches of road to settle into. The personality of this route is defined by consistent urban movement and frequent adjustments rather than open-road cruising. It is a practical, functional drive that keeps you engaged with the local landscape from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Rosedale Street is the longest continuous segment at about 6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near FM 157 / South Cooper Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 13.5 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.4 miles (FM 157 / South Cooper Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (TX 180 / West Division Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (South Handley Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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FM 157 / South Cooper Street
Turn right onto FM 157 / South Cooper Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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TX 180 / West Division Street
Turn left onto TX 180 / West Division Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
6.8 mi into trip
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~11m in
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South Handley Drive
Turn left onto South Handley Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
6.9 mi into trip
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~11m in
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Spur 303 / East Rosedale Street
Turn right onto Spur 303 / East Rosedale Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
13 mi into trip
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~22m in
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South Freeway
Turn left onto South Freeway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Rosedale Street | 6 mi | 10m |
| West Division Street | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| East Lancaster Avenue | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| South Freeway | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Abram Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Cooper Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Handley Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Rosedale Street
— 6 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on West Abram Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Abram Street
Use the none lane.
2
Turn right onto FM 157
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
South Cooper Street
Use the right lane.
3
Turn left onto TX 180
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
West Division Street
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on TX 180
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Lancaster Avenue
5
Turn left onto South Handley Drive
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Handley Drive
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto Spur 303
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
East Rosedale Street
Use the none lane.
7
Enter roundabout onto East Rosedale Street
201 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Rosedale Street
8
Continue on East Rosedale Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East Rosedale Street
9
Enter roundabout onto East Rosedale Street
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Rosedale Street
10
Continue on East Rosedale Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Rosedale Street
Use the none lane.
11
Turn left onto South Freeway
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Freeway
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Continue on South Freeway
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
South Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 21-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire route without needing any planned stops for rest or refueling, which is a major convenience. Keep in mind that because you are sticking to local roads like South Cooper and West Division, traffic patterns can vary significantly throughout the day. To make the most of your trip, try to avoid peak rush hour periods to ensure a smoother, more predictable commute. Your best strategy is to focus on the turn-heavy nature of the route, so stay alert for upcoming navigational changes along the local streets.
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 6.7 miles from Arlington, TX, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6 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 13.5 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.7 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
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 Arlington, 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 Arlington, TX
This is one driving day of about 13.5 miles and 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Arlington, 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 East Rosedale Street for about 6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.7 mi from Arlington, TX · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.7 miles from Arlington, 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
$2.06 one way
$4.12 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.26 | $4.52 |
| premium | $4.59 | $2.44 | $4.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.00 | $6.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.42 | $0.65 |
| Efficient EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.89 | $0.86 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
1:17 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
1 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
23m 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 Arlington, TX to Fort Worth, TX covers 13.5 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Rosedale Street, West Division Street, East Lancaster Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.7 miles from Arlington, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.06 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 13.5 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (FM 157 / South Cooper Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (TX 180 / West Division Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (South Handley Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Arlington, TX to Fort Worth, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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