Trip from Cleburne, TX to Godley, TX

Drive Time

17m

Distance

11.7 mi

19 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 16m ★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Cleburne, TX, TX

Cleburne, TX

Jeff Stapleton

Downtown Godley, TX, TX

Godley, TX

Thomas balabaud

Trip Overview

If you are looking for a quick, straightforward transit between Cleburne and Godley, this 11.7-mile connection is as practical as it gets. Expect to spend about 17 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via North Main Street, East Chambers Street, and North Caddo Street to complete the journey. With a total estimated fuel cost of just $2, this is a budget-friendly way to move through the Great Plains region of Texas. Since the trip is so efficient, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your day around your specific schedule rather than travel fatigue. It is a no-nonsense route perfect for those who prioritize speed and local accessibility over extended highway cruising.

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

5.9 miles from Cleburne, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .

Drive Character

Forget about long, monotonous interstate stretches; this route consists entirely of local roads with zero highway miles. You are in for a turn-heavy drive that keeps you engaged as you transition between these two Texas towns. Because the path relies on city streets, there is no single long stretch of road, meaning you will be navigating intersections and turns throughout the entire 17-minute duration. Expect a driving experience that feels more like a local commute than a scenic highway tour. The technical nature of the turns requires your full attention, providing a stark contrast to the open, high-speed travel often associated with regional road trips.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Main Street 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Cleburne, TX to Godley, TX is easy. At 17m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cleburne, TX to Godley, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
North Main Street Unavailable Refreshing
East Chambers Street Unavailable Refreshing
North Caddo Street Unavailable Refreshing
South Main Street Unavailable Refreshing
Godley Avenue Unavailable Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: North Main Street — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cleburne, TX and Godley, TX.

1

Start on East Henderson Street

49 ft · 8 sec · East Henderson Street
2

Turn left onto North Main Street

282 ft · 12 sec · North Main Street
3

Turn left onto East Chambers Street

279 ft · 12 sec · East Chambers Street
4

Turn left onto North Caddo Street

0.1 mi · 13 sec · North Caddo Street
5

Continue on North Caddo Street

522 ft · 9 sec · North Caddo Street
6

Turn straight onto North Main Street

1.6 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
7

Turn left

9.5 mi · 14 min
8

Turn right onto South Main Street

0.1 mi · 16 sec · South Main Street
9

Turn left onto Godley Avenue

108 ft · 2 sec · Godley Avenue
10

Turn slight right onto North Main Street

0.1 mi · 16 sec · North Main Street
11

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Because this drive is short and direct, you have the advantage of total scheduling flexibility. You do not need to worry about planning stops or rest breaks since you will reach your destination in under 20 minutes. Budgeting $2 for fuel should be more than enough to cover your transit, allowing you to focus your resources on your activities in Godley. Since the route is entirely local, be mindful of changing speed limits and traffic patterns that come with town-to-town travel. My best tip is to keep your navigation app handy while moving through the turn-heavy sections of North Caddo Street to ensure you stay on track during the transition between the two towns.

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 5.9 miles from Cleburne, TX, or about 8m 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 11.7 miles or 17m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 5.9 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 15m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Godley, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Cleburne, 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 Cleburne, TX

This is one driving day of about 11.7 miles and 17m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cleburne, 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.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 5.9 mi from Cleburne, TX · 8m into the drive

Downtown Fort Worth, TX, TX

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fort Worth, TX

6 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

Fort Worth, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 11.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fort Worth, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 5.9 miles from Cleburne, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Godley, TX

The final approach into Godley, 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 Godley, 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

$1.79 one way

$3.57 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 4 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $1.96 $3.92
premium $4.59 $2.11 $4.23
diesel $5.64 $2.60 $5.20

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: 4.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 3.5 0 $1.23 $0.56
Efficient EV 2.9 0 $1.02 $0.47
EV Truck/SUV 4.7 0 $1.64 $0.75

Gas CO2

4 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (75% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Cleburne, TX

Afternoon in Cleburne on Sunday

Local time

3:29 PM

CDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Godley, TX

Afternoon in Godley on Sunday

Local time

3:29 PM

CDT

Current temp

57°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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

17m 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 Cleburne, TX to Godley, TX covers 11.7 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Main Street, East Chambers Street, North Caddo Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.9 miles from Cleburne, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.79 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.
The drive from Cleburne, TX to Godley, TX is easy. At 17m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cleburne, TX to Godley, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Cleburne, TX to Godley, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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