Origin
Moody, TX
Evening in Moody on Thursday
Local time
7:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moody, TX to Fort Worth, TX
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
111.8 mi
180 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moody, TX
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Fort Worth, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Moody to Fort Worth covers 111.8 miles through the heart of the Texas Great Plains. You should anticipate a travel time of approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, making this a straightforward day trip that doesn’t require an overnight stay. Since the route relies on local roads like 8th Street, Spring Valley Highway, and West Spring Valley Road rather than major interstates, you get a more intimate look at the regional landscape. Budgeting about $17 for fuel should cover your needs for this direct trek. Because there are no scheduled stops in the plan, you have the flexibility to manage your own pace throughout the journey. It is a practical route for those who prefer avoiding heavy highway traffic in favor of a more localized driving experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.9 miles from Moody, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 111.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this journey features a 0% highway share, meaning you will be navigating surface streets and local roads for the entire 111.8-mile distance. The route requires frequent adjustments as you transition between 8th Street, Spring Valley Highway, and West Spring Valley Road. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches, you will find the drive requires active engagement rather than cruise control. This character makes the trip feel more like a series of connected local segments than a single high-speed transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
8th Street 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Moody, TX to Fort Worth, TX is easy. At 1h 45m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Moody, TX to Fort Worth, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 8th Street | — | — |
| Spring Valley Highway | — | — |
| West Spring Valley Road | — | — |
| I 35 North | — | — |
| Purple Heart Trail | — | — |
| South Jack Kultgen Expressway | — | — |
| I 35W | — | — |
| Allen Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
8th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moody, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on Avenue D
69 ft
·
4 sec
·
Avenue D
2
Turn right onto 8th Street
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
8th Street
3
Turn left onto Spring Valley Highway
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Spring Valley Highway
4
Continue on West Spring Valley Road
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
West Spring Valley Road
5
Take the ramp slight right toward I 35 North
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 35 North
6
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
7
Continue on South Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
South Jack Kultgen Expressway
8
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
33 mi
·
33 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 35W: Fort Worth
49 mi
·
51 min
·
I 35W: Fort Worth
10
Take the exit slight right toward Allen Avenue
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Allen Avenue
11
Turn straight onto South Freeway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Freeway
12
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
210 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Allen Avenue
13
Turn left onto South Freeway
259 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Freeway
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of total departure flexibility. However, because you are navigating local roads rather than major highways, it is best to avoid peak traffic hours to keep your transit time close to the 1 hour and 45-minute mark. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Moody, as the $17 estimate is based on a direct run without frequent idling or detours. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, verify your navigation settings to ensure you are comfortable with the specific turns on 8th Street and Spring Valley Highway. Staying alert at intersections will make your arrival in Fort Worth much smoother.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 55.9 miles from Moody, TX, or about 52m 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 25 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.9 miles or 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 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 Moody, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Moody, TX
This is one driving day of about 111.8 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Moody, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.9 mi from Moody, TX · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.9 miles from Moody, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.89 one way
$33.79 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $18.49 | $36.98 |
| premium | $4.54 | $19.96 | $39.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.68 | $49.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.5 | 0 | $11.74 | $5.37 |
| Efficient EV | 28 | 0 | $9.78 | $4.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.7 | 0 | $15.65 | $7.16 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Fort Worth, TX
Evening in Fort Worth on Thursday
Local time
7:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°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
2 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
1h 45m 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 Moody, TX to Fort Worth, TX covers 111.8 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 8th Street, Spring Valley Highway, West Spring Valley Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.9 miles from Moody, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.89 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Moody, TX to Fort Worth, TX is easy. At 1h 45m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Moody, TX to Fort Worth, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Moody, TX to Fort Worth, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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