Edgewood to Fort Worth is 91.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 43 minutes via Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway, and I 20, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you from the rolling landscape of the Great Plains in Texas to another part of the same region, offering a straightforward journey between two points. With a recommended one-day drive, this route is ideal for a quick relocation or a day trip. Plan for a mixed driving experience, making it a practical option for various travel needs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.7 miles from Edgewood, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
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Fort Worth is a city in the Prairies and Lakes region of Texas. With a population of approximately 1,020,000, it is Texas' 5th largest city. It is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, which has a population exceeding 6 million. Sometimes referred to as Cowtown, it is by far closer to its cowboy roots than neighboring Dallas. This article also covers North Richland Hills, a neighboring community.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 91.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route offers a mixed driving experience, with about 50% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on the Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, including the longest uninterrupted segment of 22 miles, which provides a taste of faster-paced travel. The Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway and I 20 contribute to the overall highway feel, connecting you efficiently to your destination. While not entirely monotonous, expect a significant portion of the drive to be on well-maintained, high-speed roads common in the Great Plains region.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 22 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 27.2 miles in near I 20.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 91.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 27.2 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.2 miles (I 20 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
27.2 mi into trip|~33m in|I 20
Merge onto I 20
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
45.2 mi into trip|~52m in|I 20 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Merge onto I 20 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
86.9 mi into trip|~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward I 35W South, I 35W North: Waco, Denton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 437
Toward I 35W South, I 35W North: Waco, Denton
7
87.1 mi into trip|~1h 37m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 35W North: Denton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35W North: Denton
7
90.9 mi into trip|~1h 42m 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
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
22 mi
23m
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
19.7 mi
21m
I 20
18 mi
19m
East South Commerce Street
17.7 mi
20m
Goodnight Boulevard
6.1 mi
6m
South Freeway
3.4 mi
3m
FM 148
2.1 mi
3m
Houston Street
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
— 22 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edgewood, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on FM 859
0.2 mi·24 sec·North Houston Street
2
Turn right onto US 80
0.4 mi·29 sec·East Pine Street
3
Continue on US 80
6.1 mi·6 min·Goodnight Boulevard
4
Continue on US 80
0.5 mi·33 sec·Houston Street
5
Continue on US 80
18 mi·20 min·East South Commerce Street
6
Turn left onto FM 148
2.1 mi·3 min·FM 148
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·32 sec
Toward I 20 West: Dallas
8
Merge onto I 20
18 mi·19 min·I 20
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 20
22 mi·23 min·Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 20
20 mi·21 min·Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 437Toward I 35W South, I 35W North: Waco, DentonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 35W North: DentonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·14 sec
Toward I 35W North: Fort Worth
14
Merge onto I 35W
3.2 mi·3 min·South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 49AToward Allen AvenueUse the slight right lane.
16
Turn straight onto South Freeway
0.1 mi·18 sec·South Freeway
17
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
210 ft·12 sec·East Allen Avenue
18
Turn left onto South Freeway
258 ft·5 sec·South Freeway
19
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just over 1.5 hours, this drive from Edgewood to Fort Worth offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart at your leisure, perhaps after a late breakfast or early lunch, and still arrive with plenty of daylight remaining. Since it's a single-day trip, there's no need to rush or plan for overnight stays, allowing you to make spontaneous stops if desired. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $14, and plan your refueling accordingly, especially if you encounter longer stretches without readily available services.
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 45.7 miles from Edgewood, TX, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22 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 20 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.7 miles or 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 24m
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 Edgewood, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Edgewood, TX
This is one driving day of about 91.3 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Edgewood, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Lyndon B Johnson Freeway for about 22 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.7 mi from Edgewood, TX
· 53m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.80 one way
$27.59 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$15.10
$30.20
premium
$4.54
$16.30
$32.60
diesel
$5.61
$20.16
$40.32
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.4
0
$9.59
$4.38
Efficient EV
22.8
0
$7.99
$3.65
EV Truck/SUV
36.5
0
$12.78
$5.84
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Edgewood, TX
Late night
in Edgewood on Saturday
Local time
3:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fort Worth, TX
Late night
in Fort Worth on Saturday
Local time
3:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Mesquite, TX
46 mi in
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
16 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
1h 43m 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 Edgewood, TX to Fort Worth, TX covers 91.3 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway, I 20. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.7 miles from Edgewood, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.80 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 91.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 27.2 miles (I 20): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.2 miles (I 20 / Lyndon B Johnson Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Edgewood, TX to Fort Worth, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
