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Trip from Texarkana, TX to Fort Worth, TX

Drive Time

3h 48m

Distance

211 mi

340 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$32

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 36m ★
6 AM
3h 48m
8 AM
4h 14m
10 AM
3h 57m
12 PM
3h 55m
3 PM
3h 58m
5 PM
4h 12m
8 PM
3h 41m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Texarkana, TX, TX

Texarkana, TX

Thomas balabaud

Downtown Fort Worth, TX, TX

Fort Worth, TX

Talena Reese

Trip Overview

Connecting Texarkana to Fort Worth is a straightforward 211-mile journey that typically takes 3 hours and 48 minutes. Because the entire route stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, you can easily complete this drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $32 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly option for travelers. Since the route is heavily reliant on major corridors, it functions best as a direct transit rather than a sightseeing tour. Whether you are heading west for business or visiting family, the trip is efficient and manageable for most drivers.

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

105.5 miles from Texarkana, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience as you traverse the state, with 97% of your time spent on major roads. The drive is dominated by a long 203.9-mile stretch on I-30, providing a consistent pace for the vast majority of your journey. You will start by navigating brief segments of New Boston Road and West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard before merging onto the interstate. Because the route is so reliant on I-30, it lacks the technical challenges of local roads but requires sustained attention during the long highway haul. You will find that the road maintains a predictable, steady rhythm from start to finish.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 30 is the longest continuous segment at about 203.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 30 and New Boston Road. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Main Street.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 211 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (US 82 / New Boston Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Main Street

Turn left onto Main Street

Navigation decision point

6
1.7 mi into trip | ~3m in | US 82 / New Boston Road

Turn left onto US 82 / New Boston Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
4.2 mi into trip | ~7m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 30 West: Dallas

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 30 West: Dallas
7
208.9 mi into trip | ~3h 43m in

Take the exit toward I 35W South: Waco

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 15B Toward I 35W South: Waco
8
210.1 mi into trip | ~3h 46m in | 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...

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 30 203.9 mi 3h 34m
New Boston Road 2.1 mi 3m
West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard 0.8 mi 1m
Summerhill Road 0.8 mi 1m
US 287 Bus 0.5 mi 1m
South Freeway 0.5 mi <1m
Jarvis Parkway 0.2 mi <1m
Sowell Lane <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 30 — 203.9 mi, about 3h 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Texarkana, TX and Fort Worth, TX.

1

Start on US 67; US 82

298 ft · 10 sec · West 7th Street
2

Turn left onto Main Street

384 ft · 15 sec · Main Street
3

Turn left onto US 67; US 82

0.8 mi · 1 min · West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
4

Turn right onto TX 93

0.8 mi · 1 min · Summerhill Road
5

Turn left onto US 82

2.1 mi · 3 min · New Boston Road
Use the left lane.
6

Turn right onto Sowell Lane

474 ft · 9 sec · Sowell Lane
7

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 16 sec
8

Merge onto I 369; US 59

0.2 mi · 15 sec · Jarvis Parkway
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 46 sec
Toward I 30 West: Dallas
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 51 sec
11

Merge onto I 30

204 mi · 3 hr 34 min · I 30
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

1.1 mi · 2 min
Exit 15B Toward I 35W South: Waco Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Merge onto I 35W; US 287 Bus

0.1 mi · 6 sec · South Freeway
14

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.
15

Continue on South Freeway

0.4 mi · 46 sec · South Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
16

Arrive at destination

South Freeway

Trip Plan

Planning for this trip is simple given the one-stop recommendation, allowing you plenty of flexibility in your schedule. Aim to depart early to avoid potential congestion as you transition from the quieter stretches near Texarkana toward the denser traffic patterns approaching Fort Worth. Since the longest segment covers over 200 miles, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting I-30 to avoid unnecessary detours. Keep in mind that your $32 fuel budget is based on steady cruising, so monitor your speed to maintain efficiency throughout the 211-mile trek. Using your single planned stop to stretch your legs mid-way will help keep you alert for the final approach into the Fort Worth area.

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 105.5 miles from Texarkana, TX, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 203.9 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 28m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 105.5 miles or 1h 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 3h 6m

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 Texarkana, 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 Texarkana, TX

This is one driving day of about 211 miles and 3h 48m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Texarkana, 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 30 for about 203.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 105.5 mi from Texarkana, TX · 1h 55m into the drive

Downtown Greenville, TX, TX

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Greenville, TX

106 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

Greenville, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Greenville, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 105.5 miles from Texarkana, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 30 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 203.9 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

$32.23 one way

$64.46 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 74 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $35.32 $70.64
premium $4.59 $38.14 $76.28
diesel $5.64 $46.88 $93.75

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$32

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$57–$82

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 73.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 63.3 0 $22.15 $10.13
Efficient EV 52.8 0 $18.46 $8.44
EV Truck/SUV 84.4 1 $29.54 $13.50

Gas CO2

74 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 18 hours ago

Origin

Texarkana, TX

Afternoon in Texarkana on Sunday

Local time

4:17 PM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy

S 5 mph 17% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 11 at 9:42PM CDT until April 11 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 11 at 9:30PM CDT until April 13 at 9:27AM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA

Destination

Fort Worth, TX

Afternoon in Fort Worth on Sunday

Local time

4:17 PM

CDT

Current temp

67°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SSE 15 mph 41% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 11 at 9:42PM CDT until April 11 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 11 at 9:30PM CDT until April 13 at 9:27AM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA

Along the Route

59°F

Greenville, TX

106 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

3 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

3h 48m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Texarkana, TX to Fort Worth, TX covers 211 miles and takes about 3h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 30, New Boston Road, West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 105.5 miles from Texarkana, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.23 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 211 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (US 82 / New Boston Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Texarkana, TX to Fort Worth, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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