Origin
Forest Hill, TX
Night in Forest Hill on Thursday
Local time
10:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Forest Hill, TX to Taylortown, TX
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
59m
Distance
38.1 mi
61 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Forest Hill, TX
Eddie O.
Taylortown, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
The drive from Forest Hill, TX to Taylortown, TX covers 38.1 miles and takes about 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US Highway 82 West, FM 1497, 3rd Street Southeast for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13 miles on US Highway 82 West. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.76 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 38.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 59m highway drive covering 38.1 miles, with most of the trip on US Highway 82 West and FM 1497. The longest continuous stretch is about 13 miles on US Highway 82 West.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 82 West is the longest continuous segment at about 13 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 82 West and FM 1497. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near FM 38.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Forest Hill, TX to Taylortown, TX is easy. At 59m with 72% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (FM 38): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (US 82 / US Highway 82 West): Navigation decision point; at 17.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
FM 38
Turn left onto FM 38
Navigation decision point
4
3.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 82 / US Highway 82 West
Turn left onto US 82 / US Highway 82 West
Navigation decision point
3
17.4 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
27.2 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
FM 1497
Turn left onto FM 1497
Navigation decision point
4
38.1 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
FM 1498
Turn right onto FM 1498
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 82 West | 13 mi | 14m |
| FM 1497 | 10.9 mi | 19m |
| 3rd Street Southeast | 6.1 mi | 10m |
| FM 38 | 3.5 mi | 8m |
| Northwest Loop 286 | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| Bonham Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| County Road 35050 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| FM 1498 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 82 West
— 13 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forest Hill, TX and Taylortown, TX.
1
Start on County Road 35050
231 ft
·
15 sec
·
County Road 35050
2
Turn left onto FM 38
3.5 mi
·
8 min
·
FM 38
3
Turn left onto US 82
13 mi
·
14 min
·
US Highway 82 West
4
Continue on US 82
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Bonham Street
5
Take the exit
367 ft
·
10 sec
6
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
this road
7
Merge onto Loop 286
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Northwest Loop 286
8
Turn right onto FM 1497
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
3rd Street Southeast
9
Turn left onto FM 1497
11 mi
·
19 min
·
FM 1497
10
Turn right onto FM 1498
78 ft
·
1 sec
·
FM 1498
11
Arrive at destination
FM 1498
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19 mi from Forest Hill, TX · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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
Arriving in Taylortown, TX
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Taylortown, TX if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.76 one way
$11.51 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $6.30 | $12.60 |
| premium | $4.54 | $6.80 | $13.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.41 | $16.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Taylortown, TX
Night in Taylortown on Thursday
Local time
10:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
72°F
Paris, TX
19 mi in
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
59m 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 Forest Hill, TX to Taylortown, TX covers 38.1 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 82 West, FM 1497, 3rd Street Southeast. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19 miles from Forest Hill, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.76 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 Forest Hill, TX to Taylortown, TX is easy. At 59m with 72% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (FM 38): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (US 82 / US Highway 82 West): Navigation decision point; at 17.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Forest Hill, TX to Taylortown, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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