Origin
Bridge City, TX
Morning in Bridge City on Monday
Local time
9:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bridge City, TX to Fort Worth, TX
Drive Time
5h 33m
Distance
337.3 mi
543 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 20m
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6 AM
5h 34m
8 AM
6h 0m
10 AM
5h 43m
12 PM
5h 40m
3 PM
5h 44m
5 PM
5h 59m
8 PM
5h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bridge City, TX
Thomas balabaud
Fort Worth, TX
Talena Reese
Trip Overview
The drive from Bridge City, TX to Fort Worth, TX covers 337.3 miles and takes about 5h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Texas Avenue, US 69 South, Memorial Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $51.52 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
168.7 miles from Bridge City, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 33m drive with frequent turns across 337.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Texas Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 33m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bridge City, TX to Fort Worth, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 69 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Memorial Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 90 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Interstate 10 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| College Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Cleveland Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Texas Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridge City, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on Old Ferry Road
223 ft
·
16 sec
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Old Ferry Road
2
Turn sharp left onto Texas Avenue
11 mi
·
12 min
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Texas Avenue
3
Take the exit slight right toward US 69 South, US 96 South, US 287 South: Beaumont
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
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US 69 South, US 96 South, US 287 South: Beaumont
4
Merge slight left onto Memorial Freeway
15 mi
·
16 min
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Memorial Freeway
5
Keep slight right to continue on I 10 East, US 69 North, US 96 North, US 287 North: Lake Charles, Lufkin
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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I 10 East, US 69 North, US 96 North, US 287 North: Lake Charles, Lufkin
6
Keep slight left to continue on I 10 East, US 69 North, US 96 North, US 287 North: Lake Charles, Lufkin
1.0 mi
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1 min
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I 10 East, US 69 North, US 96 North, US 287 North: Lake Charles, Lufkin
7
Take the exit slight right toward US 90: Liberty
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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US 90: Liberty
8
Turn straight onto Interstate 10 South Frontage Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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Interstate 10 South Frontage Road
9
Turn left onto College Street
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
College Street
10
Continue straight
40 mi
·
45 min
11
Turn right onto North Cleveland Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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North Cleveland Street
12
Turn left onto West Clayton Street
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
West Clayton Street
13
Turn right onto East Grand Parkway North
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
East Grand Parkway North
14
Take the ramp straight
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
15
Merge slight left onto East Grand Parkway North
32 mi
·
34 min
·
East Grand Parkway North
16
Take the exit slight right toward Houston, Dallas
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Houston, Dallas
17
Turn right onto Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
18
Take the ramp slight left toward I 45 North
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
I 45 North
19
Merge slight left
174 mi
·
2 hr 57 min
20
Take the exit slight right toward US 287 North: Waxahachie, Fort Worth
58 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
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US 287 North: Waxahachie, Fort Worth
21
Take the exit slight right toward I 35W South, I 35W North: Waco, Denton
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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I 35W South, I 35W North: Waco, Denton
22
Keep slight right to continue on I 35W North: Denton
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
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I 35W North: Denton
23
Keep slight left to continue on I 35W North: Fort Worth
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
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I 35W North: Fort Worth
24
Merge slight left onto South Freeway
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Freeway
25
Take the exit slight right toward Allen Avenue
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
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Allen Avenue
26
Turn straight onto South Freeway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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South Freeway
27
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
210 ft
·
13 sec
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East Allen Avenue
28
Turn left onto South Freeway
259 ft
·
5 sec
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South Freeway
29
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 168.7 miles from Bridge City, TX, or about 2h 46m into the drive.
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 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 168.7 miles or 2h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 34m
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 Bridge City, 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 Bridge City, TX
This is one driving day of about 337.3 miles and 5h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bridge City, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 168.7 mi from Bridge City, TX · 2h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
169 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 168.7 miles from Bridge City, 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
$51.52 one way
$103.05 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
118 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $56.46 | $112.93 |
| premium | $4.59 | $60.97 | $121.93 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $74.94 | $149.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$52
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 118 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 101.2 | 1 | $35.42 | $16.19 |
| Efficient EV | 84.3 | 0 | $29.51 | $13.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 134.9 | 1 | $47.22 | $21.59 |
Gas CO2
118 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Morning in Fort Worth on Monday
Local time
9:15 AM
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
12 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
5h 33m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bridge City, TX to Fort Worth, TX covers 337.3 miles and takes about 5h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Texas Avenue, US 69 South, Memorial Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 168.7 miles from Bridge City, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 33m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bridge City, TX to Fort Worth, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bridge City, TX to Fort Worth, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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