Origin
Burleson, TX
Afternoon in Burleson on Sunday
Local time
1:14 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burleson, TX to Fort Worth, TX
Drive Time
16m
Distance
13.2 mi
21 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Photo: Talena Reese
Trip Overview
The drive from Burleson, TX to Fort Worth, TX covers 13.2 miles and takes about 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 35W, North Burleson Boulevard, West Renfro Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.7 miles on I 35W. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
6.6 miles from Burleson, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 16m highway drive covering 13.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 35W and North Burleson Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch is about 11.7 miles on I 35W.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35W is the longest continuous segment at about 11.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35W and North Burleson Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Commerce Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 16m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Commerce Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Spur 50 / West Renfro Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (I 35W): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Commerce Street
Turn left onto South Commerce Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Spur 50 / West Renfro Street
Turn right onto Spur 50 / West Renfro Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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I 35W
Merge onto I 35W
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
12.7 mi into trip
|
~14m 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
5
13.1 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
East Allen Avenue
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35W | 11.7 mi | 12m |
| North Burleson Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Renfro Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Freeway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Commerce Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Ellison Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Allen Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35W
— 11.7 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burleson, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on East Ellison Street
48 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Ellison Street
2
Continue on East Ellison Street
174 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Ellison Street
3
Turn left onto South Commerce Street
315 ft
·
15 sec
·
South Commerce Street
4
Turn right onto Spur 50
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
West Renfro Street
5
Turn left onto North Burleson Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
North Burleson Boulevard
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 35W North
7
Merge onto I 35W
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 35W
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 49A
Toward Allen Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto South Freeway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Freeway
10
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
210 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Allen Avenue
11
Turn left onto South Freeway
258 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Freeway
12
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Trip Plan
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 6.6 miles from Burleson, TX, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.7 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 13.2 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.6 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 13m
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 Burleson, 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 Burleson, TX
This is one driving day of about 13.2 miles and 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Burleson, 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 I 35W for about 11.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.6 mi from Burleson, TX · 8m 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 13.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.6 miles from Burleson, 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
$2.02 one way
$4.03 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.21 | $4.42 |
| premium | $4.59 | $2.39 | $4.77 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.93 | $5.87 |
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: 4.6 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 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.63 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
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
1:14 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
16m 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 Burleson, TX to Fort Worth, TX covers 13.2 miles and takes about 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35W, North Burleson Boulevard, West Renfro Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.6 miles from Burleson, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.02 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 straightforward 16m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Commerce Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Spur 50 / West Renfro Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (I 35W): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Burleson, TX to Fort Worth, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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