Trip from Hubbard, TX to Fort Worth, TX

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

3h 17m

Distance

178.1 mi

287 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

27 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

3h 6m ★

6 AM

3h 18m

8 AM

3h 42m

10 AM

3h 26m

12 PM

3h 24m

3 PM

3h 27m

5 PM

3h 40m

8 PM

3h 11m

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

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Trip Overview

Planning a trip from Hubbard, Texas, to Fort Worth, Texas? This 178.1-mile drive typically takes about 3 hours and 17 minutes, making it a very manageable one-day excursion. The majority of your journey, 99%, will be on highways, so expect a straightforward, efficient trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $27, it's an economical option for a quick getaway. You'll be traveling within the Great Plains region for the entirety of this route, so the landscape will remain consistent. This route is ideal for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

89 miles from Hubbard, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 17m. Total distance: 178.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a highway-focused drive, with nearly all of your 178.1 miles spent on major roadways like I-30 and US 287 Bus. You'll experience a consistent pace for the bulk of your journey, with the longest uninterrupted stretch spanning an impressive 162.5 miles on I-30. The character of the drive is predominantly efficient and direct, designed for covering ground rather than leisurely sightseeing. While primarily highway, the route incorporates US Highway 259 South, offering a slight variation before you continue on larger thoroughfares.

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

There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 30 is the longest continuous segment at about 162.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and US Highway 259 South. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 13.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 17m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 13.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 13.5 miles (I 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 176 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 5 key points

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

3

13.1 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the ramp

Navigation decision point

5

13.5 mi into trip | ~20m in | I 30

Merge onto I 30

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

7

176 mi into trip | ~3h 13m in

Take the exit toward I 35W South: Waco

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 15B Toward I 35W South: Waco

3

177.1 mi into trip | ~3h 15m in | I 35W; US 287 Bus / South Freeway

Merge onto I 35W; US 287 Bus / South Freeway

Merge point - match speed before joining

8

177.2 mi into trip | ~3h 15m in | US 287 Bus

Take the exit onto US 287 Bus toward US 287 Business: Rosedale Street, Allen Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 49B Toward US 287 Business: Rosedale Street, Allen...

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 30	162.5 mi	2h 53m
US Highway 259 South	13.1 mi	19m
US 287 Bus	0.5 mi	1m
South Freeway	0.5 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 30 — 162.5 mi, about 2h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on US 259

13 mi · 19 min · US Highway 259 South

2

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 56 sec

3

Merge onto I 30

162 mi · 2 hr 53 min · I 30

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

4

Take the exit

1.1 mi · 2 min

Exit 15B Toward I 35W South: Waco Use the straight / slight right lanes.

5

Merge onto I 35W; US 287 Bus

0.1 mi · 6 sec · South Freeway

6

Take the exit onto US 287 Bus

0.5 mi · 1 min · US 287 Bus

Exit 49B Toward US 287 Business: Rosedale Street, Allen Avenue Use the slight right lane.

7

Continue on South Freeway

0.4 mi · 46 sec · South Freeway

Use the left / straight lanes.

8

Arrive at destination

South Freeway

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of around 3 hours and 17 minutes, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will allow ample time to reach Fort Worth and still have a good portion of the day to explore. With only one recommended stop, plan it strategically along I-30 for fuel or a quick break. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch on I-30 is over 160 miles, and it’s wise to top off before entering that longer segment, especially with a fuel cost around $27 for the trip.

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 89 miles from Hubbard, TX, or about 1h 40m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 162.5 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 39 miles or 47m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 89 miles or 1h 40m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 41m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Hubbard, 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 Hubbard, TX

This is one driving day of about 178.1 miles and 3h 17m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Hubbard, 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 I 30 for about 162.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 89 mi from Hubbard, TX · 1h 40m into the drive

city in Collin County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Nevada, TX

89 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

Sulphur Springs, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Nevada, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 89 miles from Hubbard, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 30 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 162.5 miles.

Arriving in Fort Worth, TX

The final approach into Fort Worth, 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 Fort Worth, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Shenaniganz Entertainment Center

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 127.2

Rockwall, Texas

Hours: 12–11 pm

+19727221133

Visit website

Cultivar Coffee Roasting Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour Inexpensiv mile 139.9

Dallas, Texas

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+14693876289

Visit website

Forest Park Miniature Railroad

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 178.1

Fort Worth, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18179665509

Visit website

Xcape Adventures

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 139.9

Mesquite, Texas

Hours: Closed

+19729822073

Visit website

Fort Worth Herd

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 178.1

Fort Worth, Texas

Hours: 11:30 am–4 pm

+18173364373

Visit website

City Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 139.9

Dallas, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+19724823055

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$26.91 one way

$53.82 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 62 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.20	$29.46	$58.91
premium	$4.54	$31.80	$63.60
diesel	$5.61	$39.32	$78.64

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 62.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

27 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Exxon - Tesla Supercharger

Greenville, TX

Tesla

12 DCFC

City of Sulphur Springs Police Department - Tesla Supercharger

Sulphur Springs, TX

Tesla

8 DCFC

Buc-ee's - Tesla Supercharger

Royse City, TX

Tesla

8 DCFC

EAG Ford/Dodge Mt. Pleasant - DCFC

Mount Pleasant, TX

Blink Network

6 DCFC

Sulphur Springs, TX Rechargery Relay @ Casey's - Industrial Dr W.

Sulphur Springs, TX

IONNA

6 DCFC

Jefferson Park (Mt. Pleasant, Texas)

Mt. Pleasant, TX

Electrify America

4 DCFC

Pilot Travel Center 157

Sulphur Springs, TX

eVgo Network

4 DCFC

Pilot Travel Center 367

Caddo Mills, TX

eVgo Network

4 DCFC

eVgo Network: 5 MERCEDES_BENZ: 5 Tesla: 3 Non-Networked: 3 Electrify America: 2 FORD_CHARGE: 2 Blink Network: 1 IONNA: 1 CHAEVI: 1 EV Connect: 1 ChargePoint Network: 1 GRAVITI_ENERGY: 1 UNIVERSAL: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	53.4	$18.70	$8.55
Efficient EV	44.5	$15.58	$7.12
EV Truck/SUV	71.2	$24.93	$11.40

Gas CO2

62 kg

EV CO2

21 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Hubbard, TX

Late night in Hubbard on Friday

Local time

12:20 AM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fort Worth, TX

Late night in Fort Worth on Friday

Local time

12:20 AM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

71°F

Nevada, TX

89 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

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

3h 17m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Hubbard, TX to Fort Worth, TX covers 178.1 miles and takes about 3h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 30, US Highway 259 South, US 287 Bus. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 89 miles from Hubbard, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.91 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This is a straightforward 3h 17m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 13.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 13.5 miles (I 30): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 176 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Hubbard, TX to Fort Worth, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Hubbard, TX to Fort Worth, TX

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Fort Worth, TX

Nearby Places

Shenaniganz Entertainment Center

Cultivar Coffee Roasting Co.

Forest Park Miniature Railroad

Xcape Adventures

Fort Worth Herd

City Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

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Very similar conditions

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