Origin
Missouri City, TX
Afternoon in Missouri City on Sunday
Local time
3:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Missouri City, TX to Fort Worth, TX
Drive Time
4h 52m
Distance
268.1 mi
431 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 39m
★
6 AM
4h 52m
8 AM
5h 19m
10 AM
5h 2m
12 PM
4h 59m
3 PM
5h 3m
5 PM
5h 18m
8 PM
4h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Missouri City, TX
Mark Direen
Fort Worth, TX
Talena Reese
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Missouri City to Fort Worth, expect a 268.1-mile journey that typically takes about 4 hours and 52 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused drive, you can comfortably complete the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize TX 6 and I-35W to traverse the Great Plains region. Budgeting approximately $41 for fuel is a safe bet for this distance. Since both your starting point and destination are located within the same region, the landscape remains consistent throughout the drive, offering a straightforward travel experience.
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
134 miles from Missouri City, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mix of road types, as this route consists of 78% highway driving. You will spend a significant amount of time on TX 6, which features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 69 miles, allowing for steady progress. The transition from the local sections onto the major interstates like I-35W shifts the pace from a standard highway cruise to a more high-traffic environment. While not a technical route, the variety between state highways and major interstates ensures the drive stays engaging. You can anticipate a reliable, consistent road personality that moves you efficiently toward Fort Worth.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
TX 6 is the longest continuous segment at about 69 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 6 and I 35W. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 268.1 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 1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.5 miles (TX 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 26 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the exit toward Beltway 8, Sam Houston Tollway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward Beltway 8, Sam Houston Tollway
7
19.5 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 290 West: Austin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 290 West: Austin
7
55.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
TX 6
Take the exit onto TX 6 toward College Station, Bryan
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward College Station, Bryan
7
55.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
218.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 59m in
|
I 35W
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35W toward I 35W: Fort Worth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 35W: Fort Worth
Towns Along This Route
Between Missouri City, TX and Fort Worth, TX, road signs point toward College Station and Bryan.
College Station
55.5 mi in
|
~1h 5m
|
via TX 6
Bryan
55.5 mi in
|
~1h 5m
|
via TX 6
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 6 | 69 mi | 1h 15m |
| I 35W | 49.2 mi | 51m |
| North State Highway 6 | 43.3 mi | 43m |
| Northwest Freeway | 35.5 mi | 40m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 31.5 mi | 31m |
| West Sam Houston Tollway South | 12.2 mi | 14m |
| East State Highway 6 | 9.1 mi | 9m |
| East Loop 340 | 4.9 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
TX 6
— 69 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Missouri City, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on this road
33 ft
·
2 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
3
Merge onto US 90 Alt
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
·
Main Street
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward Beltway 8, Sam Houston Tollway
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left
127 ft
·
5 sec
Use the left lane.
6
Turn left onto BW 8
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
South Sam Houston Parkway West
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward SHT Toll North
8
Merge onto SHT
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Sam Houston Tollway West
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on BW 8
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Sam Houston Parkway West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on SHT
12 mi
·
14 min
·
West Sam Houston Tollway South
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit onto SHT
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
West Sam Houston Tollway North
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto SHT
0.7 mi
·
48 sec
·
West Sam Houston Tollway North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 290 West: Austin
Use the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto US 290
35 mi
·
40 min
·
Northwest Freeway
Use the none lane.
16
Take the exit onto TX 6
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
TX 6
Toward College Station, Bryan
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on TX 6
11 mi
·
12 min
·
TX 6
Use the none lane.
20
Turn straight onto TX 6
58 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
TX 6
Use the none lane.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 6
5.8 mi
·
5 min
·
North State Highway 6
22
Continue on TX 6
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
23
Continue on TX 6
37 mi
·
37 min
·
North State Highway 6
24
Continue on TX 6
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South Memorial Street
25
Continue on TX 6
9.1 mi
·
9 min
·
East State Highway 6
26
Take the exit onto TX 6
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
TX 6
27
Turn right onto Loop 340
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
East Loop 340
28
Take the exit
354 ft
·
10 sec
29
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 35 North
30
Merge onto I 35; US 77
31 mi
·
31 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
31
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35W
49 mi
·
51 min
·
I 35W
Toward I 35W: Fort Worth
Use the slight left lane.
32
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 49A
Toward Allen Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
33
Turn straight onto South Freeway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Freeway
34
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
210 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Allen Avenue
35
Turn left onto South Freeway
258 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Freeway
36
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 52-minute travel time, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since the route is manageable in one day, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though avoiding peak traffic hours on the interstate sections is always a smart move. Keep your fuel budget of $41 in mind as you plan your refueling stops along the way. Because TX 6 serves as a primary artery for this trip, stay alert for changes in speed limits as you transition between rural stretches and more developed areas. Focusing on maintaining a steady pace will help you reach your destination without feeling rushed.
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 134 miles from Missouri City, TX, or about 2h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 134 miles or 2h 32m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Worth, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 268.1 miles and 4h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Missouri City, 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 TX 6 for about 69 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 134 mi from Missouri City, TX · 2h 32m 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.
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 134 miles from Missouri City, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before TX 6 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.95 one way
$81.91 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
94 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $44.88 | $89.76 |
| premium | $4.59 | $48.46 | $96.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $59.56 | $119.13 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.21
Sam Houston Tollway
(15 mi)
$1.21
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
$41
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 93.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.4 | 0 | $28.15 | $12.87 |
| Efficient EV | 67 | 0 | $23.46 | $10.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 107.2 | 1 | $37.53 | $17.16 |
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
3:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°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
11 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
4h 52m 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 Missouri City, TX to Fort Worth, TX covers 268.1 miles and takes about 4h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are TX 6, I 35W, North State Highway 6. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 134 miles from Missouri City, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $40.95 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 demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 268.1 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 1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.5 miles (TX 6): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Missouri City, TX and Fort Worth, TX, road signs point toward College Station and Bryan.
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