Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
46.1 mi
74 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Hickory Creek, TX
Jeff Stapleton
The drive from Fort Worth, TX to Hickory Creek, TX covers 46.1 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Freeway, I 35W TEXpress, I 35E for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.2 miles on North Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 46.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 53m highway drive covering 46.1 miles, with most of the trip on North Freeway and I 35W TEXpress. The longest continuous stretch is about 17.2 miles on North Freeway.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North Freeway and I 35W TEXpress. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Epps Street.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 17 decision points packed into just 46.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Epps Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.3 miles (South Freeway): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.4 miles (East Allen Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn right onto Epps Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
At end of road, turn right onto South Freeway
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 35E South: Dallas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Lake Dallas Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Freeway | 17.2 mi | 18m |
| I 35W TEXpress | 16.3 mi | 16m |
| I 35E | 9.1 mi | 9m |
| South Freeway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Turbeville Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| US 287 Bus | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Point Vista Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Epps Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Worth, TX and Hickory Creek, TX.
Start on South Freeway
Turn right onto Elmwood Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Epps Street
Continue on East Maddox Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto South Freeway
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
Turn left onto South Freeway
Take the ramp onto US 287 Bus
Merge onto I 35W; US 287 Bus
Take the exit onto I 35W TEXpress
Merge onto I 35W
Take the exit
Merge onto I 35E; US 77
Take the exit
Turn straight onto South Stemmons Freeway
Turn right
Turn right
Turn left onto Point Vista Road
At end of road, turn right onto Turbeville Road
Turn left onto Ellard Drive
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23 mi from Fort Worth, TX · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 23 miles from Fort Worth, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Hickory Creek, 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.
Regular Gas
$6.97 one way
$13.93 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $7.62 | $15.25 |
| premium | $4.54 | $8.23 | $16.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.18 | $20.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.84 | $2.21 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.03 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.45 | $2.95 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Fort Worth on Friday
Local time
12:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Afternoon in Hickory Creek on Friday
Local time
12:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
59°F
Roanoke, TX
23 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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