Origin
Crowley, TX
Afternoon in Crowley on Sunday
Local time
3:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crowley, TX to Fort Worth, TX
Drive Time
17m
Distance
13.1 mi
21 km
Drive Score
7/10
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
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6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crowley, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Fort Worth, TX
Talena Reese
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Crowley to Fort Worth, you are looking at a quick, 13.1-mile trip that takes approximately 17 minutes. Because of the short distance, this is a straightforward day trip that requires no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via the South Freeway, East Main Street, and West Rendon Crowley Road to complete your journey. With a fuel cost estimate of just $2, this is a highly economical route within the Great Plains region. Whether you are commuting or heading into the city for an afternoon, the drive is efficient and keeps you well within the same regional landscape.
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
6.5 miles from Crowley, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 75% of this route is dedicated to faster-paced roads. The most significant portion of your time behind the wheel will be spent on the South Freeway, which serves as the longest uninterrupted stretch at 9.8 miles. While you will transition onto local roads like East Main Street and West Rendon Crowley Road, the overall personality of the drive remains functional and direct. You won't find winding backroads here; instead, you get a consistent, steady pace that moves you quickly between these two Texas points. It is a no-nonsense commute designed for speed and reliability.
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.
South Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 9.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South Freeway and East Main Street. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.7 miles in near South Freeway.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 13.1 miles you will encounter 8 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 2.7 miles (South Freeway): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (I 35W / South Freeway): 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
2.7 mi into trip
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~5m in
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South Freeway
Turn left onto South Freeway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 35W North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 35W North
5
3.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
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I 35W / South Freeway
Merge onto I 35W / South Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
12.6 mi into trip
|
~16m 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 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
East Allen Avenue
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Freeway | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| East Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Rendon Crowley Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Allen Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Freeway
— 9.8 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crowley, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on this road
87 ft
·
2 sec
·
this road
2
Continue on FM 1187 Business
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
3
Continue on FM 1187 Business
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left onto FM 1187
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Rendon Crowley Road
5
Turn left onto South Freeway
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Freeway
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 35W North
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Merge onto I 35W
9.4 mi
·
10 min
·
South Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
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
Since this is a brief 17-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 13.1-mile distance without needing to plan for rest stops or food breaks, as the duration is quite short. Keep in mind that because the vast majority of the route is highway-based, it is wise to check local traffic patterns on the South Freeway before heading out to ensure a smooth transition. Budgeting about $2 for fuel should cover your needs comfortably for the round trip. Use the simplicity of this short drive to your advantage by focusing on your arrival time in Fort Worth rather than needing to manage a complex itinerary.
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 6.5 miles from Crowley, TX, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.8 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 13.1 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.5 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 14m
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 Crowley, 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 Crowley, TX
This is one driving day of about 13.1 miles and 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Crowley, 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 South Freeway for about 9.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.5 mi from Crowley, TX · 9m 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 13.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.5 miles from Crowley, 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
$2.00 one way
$4.00 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.19 | $4.39 |
| premium | $4.59 | $2.37 | $4.74 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.91 | $5.82 |
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 | 3.9 | 0 | $1.38 | $0.63 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $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
3:47 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
18 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
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 Crowley, TX to Fort Worth, TX covers 13.1 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Freeway, East Main Street, West Rendon Crowley Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.5 miles from Crowley, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.00 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 13.1 miles you will encounter 8 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 2.7 miles (South Freeway): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (I 35W / South Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Crowley, TX to Fort Worth, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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