Origin
Fort Worth, TX
Afternoon in Fort Worth on Sunday
Local time
2:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Worth, TX to Somerset, TX
Drive Time
5h 6m
Distance
283.7 mi
457 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
Fort Worth, TX
Talena Reese
Somerset, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
The drive from Fort Worth, TX to Somerset, TX covers 283.7 miles and takes about 5h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 35W South, South Freeway, North Jack Kultgen Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $43.34 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
141.9 miles from Fort Worth, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 6m drive with frequent turns across 283.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35W South is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 6m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fort Worth, TX to Somerset, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 35W South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Jack Kultgen Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Purple Heart Trail | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 35 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Pan Am Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Pan Am Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Loop 1604 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 35W South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Worth, TX and Somerset, TX.
1
Start on South Freeway
174 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Freeway
2
Take the ramp slight left toward I 35W South
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
I 35W South
3
Merge slight left onto South Freeway
82 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
South Freeway
4
Continue on North Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
North Jack Kultgen Expressway
5
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
38 mi
·
39 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
6
Keep slight left
56 mi
·
58 min
7
Keep slight left to continue on Purple Heart Trail
50 mi
·
54 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
8
Continue on Interstate Highway 35
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate Highway 35
9
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
10
Continue on North Pan Am Expressway
10.0 mi
·
11 min
·
North Pan Am Expressway
11
Keep slight left to continue on North Pan Am Expressway
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
North Pan Am Expressway
12
Keep slight left to continue on North Pan Am Expressway
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Pan Am Expressway
13
Keep slight right to continue on South Pan Am Expressway
10 mi
·
12 min
·
South Pan Am Expressway
14
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
15
Take the exit slight right toward Loop 1604: Somerset
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Loop 1604: Somerset
16
Turn straight onto Interstate 35 South
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Interstate 35 South
17
Turn left onto Anderson Loop
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Anderson Loop
18
Continue on South TX 1604 Loop West
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
South TX 1604 Loop West
19
Turn right onto Somerset Road
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Somerset Road
20
Turn right onto K Street
62 ft
·
2 sec
·
K Street
21
Arrive at your 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 141.9 miles from Fort Worth, TX, or about 2h 33m 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 80 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 141.9 miles or 2h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Somerset, 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.
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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 283.7 miles and 5h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 141.9 mi from Fort Worth, TX · 2h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
142 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 141.9 miles from Fort Worth, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Somerset, TX
The final approach into Somerset, 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 Somerset, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.34 one way
$86.67 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
99 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $47.49 | $94.98 |
| premium | $4.59 | $51.28 | $102.56 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $63.03 | $126.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 85.1 | 1 | $29.79 | $13.62 |
| Efficient EV | 70.9 | 0 | $24.82 | $11.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 113.5 | 1 | $39.72 | $18.16 |
Gas CO2
99 kg
EV CO2
33 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
Somerset, TX
Afternoon in Somerset on Sunday
Local time
2:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°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
5h 6m 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 Somerset, TX covers 283.7 miles and takes about 5h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35W South, South Freeway, North Jack Kultgen Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 141.9 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 $43.34 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 is a straightforward 5h 6m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fort Worth, TX to Somerset, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Fort Worth, TX to Somerset, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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