Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 43m
Distance
90.8 mi
146 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
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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Sherman, TX
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This 90.8-mile drive from Fort Worth, TX, to Sherman, TX, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 43 minutes. You'll primarily travel on the Sam Rayburn Tollway, Central Expressway, and South Henry Hynds Expressway, with about 71% of the journey on highways. With a projected fuel cost of $14, this is an economical trip. Both your origin and destination are within the Great Plains region, so expect a consistent landscape. This route is straightforward, making it ideal for a quick day trip without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.4 miles from Fort Worth, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 90.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
You'll find this drive to be largely highway-focused, with 71% of the 90.8 miles on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23 miles along the Sam Rayburn Tollway. This suggests a fairly consistent pace for much of the journey. While the specific road conditions can vary, the profile indicates a drive where you'll spend significant time on high-speed expressways, punctuated by connections to other major arteries like Central Expressway and South Henry Hynds Expressway.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Sam Rayburn Tollway and Central Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near US 377.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 90.8 miles you will encounter 18 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: at 3 miles (US 377): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.3 miles (TX 121): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit onto US 377 toward TX 121 North, US 377 North: DFW Airport, Belknap Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward TX 121 Express Toll North, TX 183 Express Toll East: Express Lanes
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 121 toward TX 121 North, I 635 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward US 75 North, TX 121 North: Sherman
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward US 75 North, TX 121 North: Sherman
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Fort Worth, TX to Sherman, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Dallas along the way.
Dallas
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sam Rayburn Tollway | 23 mi | 24m |
| Central Expressway | 17 mi | 18m |
| South Henry Hynds Expressway | 10.1 mi | 10m |
| TX 121 Express | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| Airport Freeway | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| TX 121 | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| South Sam Rayburn Freeway | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| SH 121/183 TEXpress | 4.4 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Worth, TX and Sherman, 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 US 377
Merge onto TX 121
Take the exit
Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress
Take the exit onto TX 121 Express
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 121
Continue on SRT
Continue on TX 121
Continue on SRT
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto US 75
Continue on US 75
Continue on US 75
Take the exit
Turn straight onto South Sam Rayburn Freeway
Turn right onto TX 56
Arrive at destination
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 43 minutes for this 90.8-mile trip, you have considerable flexibility in planning your departure. Leaving in the morning should allow you to reach Sherman with plenty of daylight. With no designated stops in the data, consider making your own impromptu breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $14, but it's always wise to have a buffer. A specific tip for this route: be aware of potential tolls on the Sam Rayburn Tollway, as it's a significant portion of your drive.
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.
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 20 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.4 miles or 53m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sherman, TX than in the middle of the route.
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 90.8 miles and 1h 43m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.4 mi from Fort Worth, TX · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 45.4 miles from Fort Worth, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Sherman, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$13.72 one way
$27.44 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $15.02 | $30.04 |
| premium | $4.54 | $16.21 | $32.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.05 | $40.09 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.21
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.53 | $4.36 |
| Efficient EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.94 | $3.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.71 | $5.81 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Night in Fort Worth on Thursday
Local time
10:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Night in Sherman on Thursday
Local time
10:09 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
66°F
Lewisville, TX
45 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
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.
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