Origin
Kermit, TX
Afternoon in Kermit on Sunday
Local time
2:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kermit, TX to Fort Worth, TX
Drive Time
6h 30m
Distance
367.5 mi
591 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
Kermit, TX
Thomas balabaud
Fort Worth, TX
Talena Reese
Trip Overview
Traveling from Kermit to Fort Worth covers 367.5 miles across the Texas Great Plains, a journey that typically takes about 6 hours and 30 minutes behind the wheel. Because this trip is primarily highway-focused, it is easily manageable as a single-day drive for most travelers. You should budget approximately $56 for fuel to complete the trek. Since the entire route remains within the same region, the landscape stays fairly consistent as you head east. While you could break the trip up, the straightforward nature of the roads makes it a practical option for a direct push to your destination.
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
183.8 miles from Kermit, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient journey, as 97% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-20, which accounts for a significant 299.7-mile uninterrupted stretch. The transition from East State Highway 302 onto the interstate sets the pace for a steady, high-speed drive. As you approach Fort Worth, you will navigate via the West Freeway to reach the city center. It is a no-nonsense, interstate-heavy experience designed for covering ground quickly rather than wandering through local backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 20 is the longest continuous segment at about 299.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 20 and East State Highway 302. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 42.1 miles in near TX 191 / West 42nd Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 367.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 42.1 miles (TX 191 / West 42nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 48.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 350.6 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
42.1 mi into trip
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~54m in
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TX 191 / West 42nd Street
Turn left onto TX 191 / West 42nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
48.2 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
350.6 mi into trip
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~6h 10m in
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I 30 / West Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30 / West Freeway toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Exit 421
Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
8
365.9 mi into trip
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~6h 27m in
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US 377
Take the exit onto US 377 toward I 35W, I 35W Express Toll North, US 377 North: Waco, Denton
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 15A
Toward I 35W, I 35W Express Toll North, US 377...
8
366.6 mi into trip
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~6h 28m in
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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...
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Kermit, TX to Fort Worth, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 338 along the way.
Loop 338
47.8 mi in
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~1h 1m
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via State Highway 191 East
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 20 | 299.7 mi | 5h 3m |
| East State Highway 302 | 40.3 mi | 51m |
| West Freeway | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| West 42nd Street | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| Ray C. Stoker, Jr. Memorial Highway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South Poplar Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Northeast Loop 338 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| US 287 Bus | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 20
— 299.7 mi, about 5h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kermit, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on this road
111 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto TX 115
167 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Austin Street
3
Turn left onto TX 18
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Poplar Street
4
Turn left onto TX 302
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
East Jim Sharp Boulevard
5
Continue on TX 302
40 mi
·
51 min
·
East State Highway 302
6
Continue on TX 302
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Kermit Highway
7
Turn left onto TX 191
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
West 42nd Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto State Highway 191 East
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
State Highway 191 East
Toward Loop 338
9
Keep slight right at fork
181 ft
·
4 sec
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto Loop 338
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Ray C. Stoker, Jr. Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on Loop 338
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Loop 338
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto East Interstate 20
367 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Interstate 20
13
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 20 East: Midland
14
Merge onto I 20
300 mi
·
5 hr 3 min
·
I 20
Use the none lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 30
15 mi
·
17 min
·
West Freeway
Exit 421
Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth
Use the none lane.
16
Take the exit onto US 377
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 377
Exit 15A
Toward I 35W, I 35W Express Toll North, US 377 North: Waco, Denton
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 35W South: Waco
18
Merge onto I 35W; US 287 Bus
0.1 mi
·
6 sec
·
South Freeway
19
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.
20
Continue on South Freeway
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
South Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
21
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Trip Plan
Planning for this 6.5-hour drive is relatively simple, but keep in mind that you only have one planned stop along the way. To stay energized, try to time your break near the midpoint of that long I-20 stretch so you aren't stuck behind the wheel for too many consecutive hours. Since the route is so highway-dependent, check traffic reports for the West Freeway before you get close to Fort Worth, as congestion can build up as you enter the city. Leaving early in the morning is your best bet to avoid peak afternoon traffic. Keep your fuel gauge in mind during that nearly 300-mile interstate leg to ensure you don't have to scramble for a station in a remote area.
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 183.8 miles from Kermit, TX, or about 3h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 299.7 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 81 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 183.8 miles or 3h 21m 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 26m
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 Kermit, 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 Kermit, TX
This is one driving day of about 367.5 miles and 6h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 miles from Kermit, 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 20 for about 299.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 183.8 mi from Kermit, TX · 3h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
184 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 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 183.8 miles from Kermit, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 20 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 299.7 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$56.14 one way
$112.28 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
129 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $61.52 | $123.04 |
| premium | $4.59 | $66.42 | $132.85 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $81.65 | $163.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 128.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 110.3 | 1 | $38.59 | $17.64 |
| Efficient EV | 91.9 | 1 | $32.16 | $14.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 147 | 1 | $51.45 | $23.52 |
Gas CO2
129 kg
EV CO2
43 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
Fort Worth, TX
Afternoon in Fort Worth on Sunday
Local time
2:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
55°F
Sweetwater, TX
184 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
27 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
6h 30m 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 Kermit, TX to Fort Worth, TX covers 367.5 miles and takes about 6h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 20, East State Highway 302, West Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 183.8 miles from Kermit, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $56.14 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 is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 367.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 42.1 miles (TX 191 / West 42nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 48.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 350.6 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Kermit, TX to Fort Worth, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Loop 338 along the way.
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