Origin
Stowell, TX
Afternoon in Stowell on Sunday
Local time
2:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stowell, TX to Fort Worth, TX
Drive Time
5h 48m
Distance
320.7 mi
516 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 35m
★
6 AM
5h 48m
8 AM
6h 14m
10 AM
5h 57m
12 PM
5h 55m
3 PM
5h 59m
5 PM
6h 13m
8 PM
5h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stowell, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Fort Worth, TX
Talena Reese
Trip Overview
Traveling from Stowell to Fort Worth covers 320.7 miles and typically takes about 5 hours and 48 minutes of driving time. Because this journey stays entirely within the Great Plains region of Texas, you can easily complete the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget approximately $49 for fuel, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. You will rely primarily on I-45, US-287, and the East Grand Parkway North to navigate the distance. It is a straightforward, highway-focused route that serves as a practical connection between these two points.
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
160.4 miles from Stowell, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined by its high-speed highway travel, with 98% of the journey consisting of major roadways. You will spend the vast majority of your time behind the wheel on limited-access interstates and highways, making it a very efficient, albeit focused, driving experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-45, where you will cover 173.6 miles without needing to change your primary road. As you transition between the segments of I-45, US-287, and the East Grand Parkway, the road personality remains consistent and predictable. Expect a steady, high-tempo pace as you cross through the Texas landscape.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 45 is the longest continuous segment at about 173.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 45 and US 287. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 31.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 320.7 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 31.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 258.7 miles (US 287): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
31.3 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward TX 99 Toll: Grand Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 799
Toward TX 99 Toll: Grand Parkway
7
82.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward Houston, Dallas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Houston, Dallas
8
258.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 36m in
|
US 287
Take the exit onto US 287 toward US 287 North: Waxahachie, Fort Worth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 247
Toward US 287 North: Waxahachie, Fort Worth
8
316.3 mi into trip
|
~5h 41m in
Take the exit toward I 35W South, I 35W North: Waco, Denton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 437
Toward I 35W South, I 35W North: Waco, Denton
7
316.5 mi into trip
|
~5h 42m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 35W North: Denton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35W North: Denton
Towns Along This Route
Between Stowell, TX and Fort Worth, TX, road signs point toward Houston and Dallas.
Houston
82.7 mi in
|
~1h 33m
Dallas
82.7 mi in
|
~1h 33m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 45 | 173.6 mi | 2h 57m |
| US 287 | 57.6 mi | 1h 5m |
| East Grand Parkway North | 50.7 mi | 55m |
| I 10 | 27.7 mi | 31m |
| South Freeway | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| Gulfway Drive | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Interstate 45 North Frontage Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| TX 73 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 45
— 173.6 mi, about 2h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stowell, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on TX 124
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Gulfway Drive
Use the none lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Use the left lane.
3
Merge onto TX 73
0.7 mi
·
47 sec
·
TX 73
4
Merge onto I 10
28 mi
·
31 min
·
I 10
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 799
Toward TX 99 Toll: Grand Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn straight onto East Freeway Frontage Road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
East Freeway Frontage Road
7
Turn right onto TX 99 Toll
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Grand Parkway North
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
9
Merge onto TX 99 Toll
50 mi
·
53 min
·
East Grand Parkway North
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Houston, Dallas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Interstate 45 North Frontage Road
Use the right lane.
12
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
Toward I 45 North
13
Merge onto I 45
174 mi
·
2 hr 57 min
·
I 45
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit onto US 287
58 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
US 287
Exit 247
Toward US 287 North: Waxahachie, Fort Worth
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 437
Toward I 35W South, I 35W North: Waco, Denton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 35W North: Denton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 35W North: Fort Worth
18
Merge onto I 35W
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Freeway
Use the none lane.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 49A
Toward Allen Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn straight onto South Freeway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Freeway
21
Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
210 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Allen Avenue
22
Turn left onto South Freeway
258 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Freeway
23
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable day trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though leaving early helps avoid potential congestion on busier stretches. Planning for at least one dedicated stop is essential to break up the nearly six hours of driving and keep you alert. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the longer legs, especially on the 173.6-mile stretch of I-45, to ensure you don't run low between service areas. Because the route is almost entirely highway-based, prioritize comfort and cruise control settings to minimize fatigue. Always check traffic reports for the East Grand Parkway North before you head out, as this segment can be a critical link in your overall travel time.
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 160.4 miles from Stowell, TX, or about 2h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 173.6 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 160.4 miles or 2h 55m 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 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 Stowell, 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 Stowell, TX
This is one driving day of about 320.7 miles and 5h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Stowell, 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 45 for about 173.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 160.4 mi from Stowell, TX · 2h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
160 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 160.4 miles from Stowell, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 45 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 173.6 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
$48.99 one way
$97.98 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
112 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $53.69 | $107.37 |
| premium | $4.59 | $57.97 | $115.93 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $71.25 | $142.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 96.2 | 1 | $33.67 | $15.39 |
| Efficient EV | 80.2 | 0 | $28.06 | $12.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 128.3 | 1 | $44.90 | $20.52 |
Gas CO2
112 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (66% 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
2:48 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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 48m 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 Stowell, TX to Fort Worth, TX covers 320.7 miles and takes about 5h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 45, US 287, East Grand Parkway North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 160.4 miles from Stowell, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.99 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 18 significant decision points across 320.7 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 31.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 258.7 miles (US 287): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Stowell, TX and Fort Worth, TX, road signs point toward Houston and Dallas.
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