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Trip from Fort Worth, TX to Cypress, TX

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

4h 16m

Distance

237.9 mi

383 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$36

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
4h 4m ★
6 AM
4h 17m
8 AM
4h 43m
10 AM
4h 26m
12 PM
4h 23m
3 PM
4h 27m
5 PM
4h 42m
8 PM
4h 9m

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

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city and county seat of Tarrant County, Texas, United States

Fort Worth, TX

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Downtown Cypress, TX, TX

Cypress, TX

Super cute

Trip Overview

The drive from Fort Worth, TX to Cypress, TX covers 237.9 miles and takes about 4h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on South Freeway, East State Highway 6, North Earl Rudder Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 82.3 miles on South Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.95 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

119 miles from Fort Worth, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 16m. Total distance: 237.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 4h 16m highway drive covering 237.9 miles, with most of the trip on South Freeway and East State Highway 6. The longest continuous stretch is about 82.3 miles on South Freeway.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 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 82.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South Freeway and East State Highway 6. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 237.9 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (I 35W / South Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in

Take the ramp toward I 35W South

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward I 35W South
5
0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in | I 35W / South Freeway

Merge onto I 35W / South Freeway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
82.7 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in

Take the exit toward US 77 Business: Elm Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 337 Toward US 77 Business: Elm Avenue
7
212.6 mi into trip | ~3h 45m in

Turn left toward US 290 East, TX 6 South

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward US 290 East, TX 6 South
7
236.7 mi into trip | ~4h 14m in

Take the exit toward Cypress-Rose Hill Road, Fry Road, Spring-Cypress Road

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. Toward Cypress-Rose Hill Road, Fry Road, Spring...

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
South Freeway 82.3 mi 1h 25m
East State Highway 6 46.6 mi 46m
North Earl Rudder Freeway 30.1 mi 31m
US 290 23.8 mi 27m
State Highway 6 22.4 mi 25m
South State Highway 6 13.7 mi 14m
North State Highway 6 6.2 mi 6m
Marlin Highway 2.7 mi 3m
Longest stretch: South Freeway — 82.3 mi, about 1h 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fort Worth, TX and Cypress, TX.

1

Start on South Freeway

174 ft · 3 sec · South Freeway
2

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Toward I 35W South Use the straight / slight left lanes.
3

Merge onto I 35W

82 mi · 1 hr 25 min · South Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4

Continue on I 35; US 77

0.1 mi · 8 sec · North Jack Kultgen Expressway
5

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 53 sec
Exit 337 Toward US 77 Business: Elm Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Turn straight onto North Jack Kultgen Expressway

0.1 mi · 16 sec · North Jack Kultgen Expressway
7

Turn left onto US 77 Bus

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Loop Drive
8

Continue on Loop 484

2.7 mi · 3 min · Marlin Highway
9

Continue on TX 6

9.1 mi · 9 min · East State Highway 6
10

Continue on TX 6

2.1 mi · 2 min · North Memorial Street
11

Continue on TX 6

37 mi · 37 min · East State Highway 6
12

Continue on TX 6

2.2 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
13

Continue on TX 6

6.2 mi · 6 min · North State Highway 6
14

Continue on US 79; TX 6

2.1 mi · 2 min · North Market Street
15

Continue on US 190; TX 6

14 mi · 14 min · South State Highway 6
16

Continue on US 190; TX 6

30 mi · 31 min · North Earl Rudder Freeway
17

Continue on TX 6

22 mi · 25 min · State Highway 6
Use the straight / right lanes.
18

Continue on US 290 Business

423 ft · 10 sec · US 290 Business
Toward US 290 East, TX 6 South
19

Turn left

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward US 290 East, TX 6 South Use the left lane.
20

Merge onto US 290

24 mi · 27 min · US 290
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward Cypress-Rose Hill Road, Fry Road, Spring-Cypress Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Turn straight onto Northwest Freeway Frontage Road

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Northwest Freeway Frontage Road
23

Keep slight right at fork onto US 290 Business

0.7 mi · 1 min · Hempstead Highway
24

Turn left onto Spring Cypress Road

190 ft · 14 sec · Spring Cypress Road
25

Turn right

67 ft · 5 sec
26

Turn right

81 ft · 6 sec
27

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 119 miles from Fort Worth, TX, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.3 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 52 miles or 54m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 119 miles or 2h 5m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 26m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Fort Worth, 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 Fort Worth, TX

This is one driving day of about 237.9 miles and 4h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Fort Worth, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on South Freeway for about 82.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 119 mi from Fort Worth, TX · 2h 5m into the drive

city in Texas, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Marlin, TX

119 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

West, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Marlin, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 119 miles from Fort Worth, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before South Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.3 miles.

Arriving in Cypress, TX

The final approach into Cypress, 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 Cypress, TX.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Waco Mammoth National Monument

Waco Mammoth National Monument

National Monument

Standing as tall as 14 feet and weighing 20,000 pounds, Columbian mammoths roamed across what is present-day Texas thousands of years ago. Today, the fossil specimens represent the nation's first and...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 82
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$35.95 one way

$71.89 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 83 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $39.35 $78.69
premium $4.54 $42.48 $84.95
diesel $5.61 $52.53 $105.05

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$36

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$61–$86

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 83.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 71.4 0 $24.98 $11.42
Efficient EV 59.5 0 $20.82 $9.52
EV Truck/SUV 95.2 1 $33.31 $15.23

Gas CO2

83 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Fort Worth, TX

Evening in Fort Worth on Thursday

Local time

5:57 PM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Cypress, TX

Evening in Cypress on Thursday

Local time

5:57 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°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

3 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

4h 16m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Fort Worth, TX to Cypress, TX covers 237.9 miles and takes about 4h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Freeway, East State Highway 6, North Earl Rudder Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 119 miles from Fort Worth, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.95 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 237.9 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (I 35W / South Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Fort Worth, TX to Cypress, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Waco Mammoth National Monument.

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