Origin
Fort Worth, TX
Afternoon in Fort Worth on Saturday
Local time
3:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Worth, TX to Saint Jo, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
88.5 mi
142 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fort Worth, TX
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Saint Jo, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fort Worth, TX to Saint Jo, TX covers 88.5 miles and takes about 1h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Elmwood Avenue, Epps Street, East Maddox Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.37 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.
Midpoint
44.2 miles from Fort Worth, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Elmwood Avenue | — | — |
| Epps Street | — | — |
| East Maddox Avenue | — | — |
| South Freeway | — | — |
| East Allen Avenue | — | — |
| I 35W North | — | — |
| I 35W | — | — |
| North Freeway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Elmwood Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Worth, TX and Saint Jo, TX.
1
Start on South Freeway
56 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Freeway
2
Turn right onto Elmwood Avenue
476 ft
·
23 sec
·
Elmwood Avenue
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Epps Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Epps Street
4
Continue on East Maddox Avenue
413 ft
·
20 sec
·
East Maddox Avenue
5
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Freeway
322 ft
·
14 sec
·
South Freeway
6
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
210 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Allen Avenue
7
Turn left onto South Freeway
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
South Freeway
8
Take the ramp straight toward I 35W North
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 35W North
9
Merge slight left onto South Freeway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South Freeway
10
Take the exit slight left toward I 35W Express North: I 35W TEXpress North
16 mi
·
16 min
·
I 35W Express North: I 35W TEXpress North
11
Merge slight right onto North Freeway
18 mi
·
19 min
·
North Freeway
12
Merge slight left
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
13
Continue straight
29 mi
·
29 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward US 82: Wichita Falls, Sherman
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 82: Wichita Falls, Sherman
15
Turn straight onto North Interstate 35
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Interstate 35
16
Turn left onto Summitt Avenue
174 ft
·
8 sec
·
Summitt Avenue
17
Continue on J M Lindsay Boulevard
12 mi
·
13 min
·
J M Lindsay Boulevard
18
Continue on Division Street
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Division Street
19
Arrive at your destination
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 44.2 miles from Fort Worth, TX, or about 48m 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 19 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.2 miles or 48m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Jo, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Fort Worth, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fort Worth, TX
This is one driving day of about 88.5 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Fort Worth, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.2 miles from Fort Worth, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.37 one way
$26.75 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $14.64 | $29.27 |
| premium | $4.54 | $15.80 | $31.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.54 | $39.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.29 | $4.25 |
| Efficient EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.74 | $3.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.4 | 0 | $12.39 | $5.66 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Saint Jo, TX
Afternoon in Saint Jo on Saturday
Local time
3:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
85°F
Denton, TX
44 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 36m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
88.5 mi in 1h 36m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Elmwood Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Fort Worth, TX to Saint Jo, TX is easy. At 1h 36m 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 Fort Worth, TX to Saint Jo, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
About the Cities
Starting in Fort Worth, TX
Full guide →“Panther city” · Founded 1849
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.
Top landmarks
- • Amon Carter Museum of American Art — art museum in Fort Worth, Texas
- • Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth — art museum
- • St. Patrick Cathedral in Fort Worth — church located in Fort Worth, Texas
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 88.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fort Worth, TX to Saint Jo, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Saint Jo, TX before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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