Drive Time
3h 59m
Distance
268.7 mi
Route Type
Turn-heavy local drive
Same-day tripSame Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
The drive from Missouri City, TX to Fort Worth, TX covers 268.7 miles and takes about 3h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Main Street, Beltway 8, South Sam Houston Parkway West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $39.98 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
134.4 miles from Missouri City, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .
Expect a 3h 59m drive with frequent turns across 268.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Beltway 8 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Sam Houston Parkway West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SHT Toll North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Sam Houston Tollway West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Sam Houston Tollway South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Sam Houston Tollway North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 290 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Missouri City, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
Start on the route
Turn right
Merge slight left onto Main Street
Take the exit slight right toward Beltway 8, Sam Houston Tollway
Turn left
Turn left onto South Sam Houston Parkway West
Take the ramp slight left toward SHT Toll North
Merge slight left onto South Sam Houston Tollway West
Continue on South Sam Houston Parkway West
Continue on West Sam Houston Tollway South
Take the exit slight right toward West Sam Houston Tollway North
Merge slight left onto West Sam Houston Tollway North
Take the exit slight right
Keep slight left to continue on US 290 West: Austin
Merge slight left onto Northwest Freeway
Take the exit slight right toward College Station, Bryan
Keep slight left
Turn right
Continue straight
Turn straight
Keep slight right to continue on North State Highway 6
Continue on South Main Street
Continue on North State Highway 6
Continue on South Memorial Street
Continue on East State Highway 6
Take the exit slight right
Turn right onto East Loop 340
Take the exit slight right
Take the ramp straight toward I 35 North
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
Keep slight left to continue on I 35W: Fort Worth
Take the exit slight right toward Allen Avenue
Turn straight onto South Freeway
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
Turn left onto South Freeway
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 134.4 miles or 1h 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Worth, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Missouri City, 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 Missouri City, TX
This is one driving day of about 268.7 miles and 3h 59m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 134.4 mi from Missouri City, TX · 1h 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
134 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 134.4 miles from Missouri City, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$39.98 one way
$79.95 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $44.98 | $89.96 |
| premium | $4.59 | $48.57 | $97.13 |
| diesel | $3.99 | $42.24 | $84.48 |
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals (1 day)
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94 kg one way.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Missouri City on Saturday
Local time
3:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Fort Worth on Saturday
Local time
3:44 AM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Forecast unavailable right now
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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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