Origin
Fort Worth, TX
Evening in Fort Worth on Friday
Local time
5:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Worth, TX to Port O'Connor, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 37m
Distance
335.3 mi
540 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 25m
★
6 AM
6h 37m
8 AM
7h 1m
10 AM
6h 45m
12 PM
6h 43m
3 PM
6h 47m
5 PM
7h 0m
8 PM
6h 30m
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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Port O'Connor, TX
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Trip Overview
This 335.3-mile drive from Fort Worth, TX to Port O'Connor, TX is designed for a single, focused day of travel, taking approximately 6 hours and 37 minutes. You'll primarily be on US 77, making for a direct and efficient journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $51, this route is budget-friendly for a day trip. The predominantly highway-focused profile means you'll spend a good amount of time covering ground efficiently. As both your origin and destination are within the Great Plains region, expect a consistent landscape throughout your travels. This trip is well-suited for those who want to reach their destination without overnight stops.
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
167.7 miles from Fort Worth, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 4m into the drive .
About the Cities
Starting in Fort Worth, TX
Full guide →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.
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 6h 37m. Total distance: 335.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 37m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for 82% of this 335.3-mile route. The character of the road is largely dictated by US 77, which will carry you for the majority of the journey. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 120.2 miles on US 77, indicating long, consistent periods of driving. This means you'll be covering significant distances with relative ease, characteristic of a dedicated highway route designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways. The drive will likely feel direct and purpose-driven.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 120.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 77 and South Freeway. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 335.3 miles you will encounter 17 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 86.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese 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
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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.
5
86.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward Loop 396
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 333A
Toward Loop 396
5
87.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
|
Loop 396 / South Valley Mills Drive
Turn left onto Loop 396 / South Valley Mills Drive
Navigation decision point
6
285.6 mi into trip
|
~5h 24m in
|
US 87 / East Goodwin Avenue
Turn left onto US 87 / East Goodwin Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Fort Worth, TX to Port O'Connor, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 396 along the way.
Loop 396
86.8 mi in
|
~1h 30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 77 | 120.2 mi | 2h 20m |
| South Freeway | 82.3 mi | 1h 25m |
| United States Highway 77 | 44.5 mi | 53m |
| Robinson Drive | 29.5 mi | 33m |
| Port Lavaca Drive | 21.3 mi | 25m |
| FM 1289 | 11.2 mi | 19m |
| State Highway 185 East | 6.9 mi | 12m |
| North Jack Kultgen Expressway | 4.3 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US 77
— 120.2 mi, about 2h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Worth, TX and Port O'Connor, 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
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
North Jack Kultgen Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 333A
Toward Loop 396
6
Turn straight onto South Jack Kultgen Expressway
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
South Jack Kultgen Expressway
7
Turn left onto Loop 396
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
South Valley Mills Drive
8
Enter roundabout onto Robinson Drive
125 ft
·
5 sec
·
Robinson Drive
9
Continue on Robinson Drive
29 mi
·
33 min
·
Robinson Drive
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Continue on US 77
19 mi
·
21 min
·
US 77
11
Turn left onto US 77; US 190; TX 36
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
East 4th Street
12
Continue on US 77; US 190; TX 36
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Kemp Street
13
Continue on US 77; US 190; TX 36
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
East 1st Street
14
Take the exit onto US 77
101 mi
·
1 hr 58 min
·
US 77
15
Turn right onto US 77; US 90 Alt
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
West 4th Street
16
Continue on US 77; US 90 Alt
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Fairwinds Street
17
Turn left onto US 77
45 mi
·
53 min
·
United States Highway 77
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Turn left onto US 87
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
East Goodwin Avenue
Use the left lane.
19
Continue on US 87
21 mi
·
25 min
·
Port Lavaca Drive
20
Keep slight left at fork onto US 87
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
US 87
21
Turn right onto FM 1090
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Alcoa Drive
22
Turn right onto TX 238
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
West Austin Street
23
Continue on TX 238
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
TX 238
24
Turn left onto FM 1289
11 mi
·
19 min
·
FM 1289
25
At end of road, turn left onto TX 185
6.9 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 185 East
26
Continue on TX 185
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Adams Avenue
27
Turn right onto TX 185
91 ft
·
2 sec
·
2nd Street
28
Arrive at destination
TX 185
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-hour and 37-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Fort Worth to maximize daylight and minimize traffic. With the longest stretch being over 120 miles, plan for your single recommended stop strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or where you anticipate needing a break. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the longer segments of US 77. Given the highway-focused nature, you'll likely find ample services, but it's always wise to top off when you have the opportunity. This route is manageable in one day, so flexibility with your stop is key.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 167.7 miles from Fort Worth, TX, or about 3h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 120.2 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 74 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 167.7 miles or 3h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Port O'Connor, 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.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 335.3 miles and 6h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 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 US 77 for about 120.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 167.7 mi from Fort Worth, TX · 3h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
168 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 74 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 167.7 miles from Fort Worth, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 120.2 miles.
Arriving in Port O'Connor, TX
The final approach into Port O'Connor, 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 Port O'Connor, TX.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.66 one way
$101.33 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
117 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $55.46 | $110.91 |
| premium | $4.54 | $59.87 | $119.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $74.03 | $148.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 117.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 100.6 | 1 | $35.21 | $16.09 |
| Efficient EV | 83.8 | 0 | $29.34 | $13.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 134.1 | 1 | $46.94 | $21.46 |
Gas CO2
117 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Port O'Connor, TX
Evening in Port O'Connor on Friday
Local time
5:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
6h 37m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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 Port O'Connor, TX covers 335.3 miles and takes about 6h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 77, South Freeway, United States Highway 77. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 167.7 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 $50.66 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 335.3 miles you will encounter 17 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 86.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Fort Worth, TX to Port O'Connor, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 396 along the way.
How this page is built
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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