Origin
Trophy Club, TX
Afternoon in Trophy Club on Friday
Local time
12:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Trophy Club, TX to Fort Worth, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
24.7 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trophy Club, TX
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Fort Worth, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Trophy Club to Fort Worth, you are looking at a quick 24.7-mile journey that typically takes about 29 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it connects two points within the Texas Great Plains region without requiring an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $4 for fuel to cover the distance, making this an incredibly cost-effective commute or visit. Because the route is entirely highway-focused, you will spend the vast majority of your time on major arterial roads. It is an ideal option if you need to move efficiently between these two North Texas locations without the hassle of navigating backroads.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 24.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed, interstate-heavy experience, as 96% of this drive takes place on highways. You will rely primarily on the I-35W TEXpress, the Alliance Gateway Freeway, and the North South Freeway to navigate the corridor. The most significant portion of your time behind the wheel will be spent on a 13.8-mile stretch along the I-35W TEXpress, which provides a consistent, uninterrupted flow. Given the highway-focused profile, you should be prepared for a utilitarian drive that prioritizes speed and directness over scenic winding roads. It is a straightforward, no-nonsense route designed for getting you from Trophy Club to Fort Worth as reliably as possible.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 35W TEXpress is the longest continuous segment at about 13.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
797 ft
500 ft
Total Climb
377 ft
Total Descent
333 ft
Highest Point
797 ft
~10.6 mi in
Elevation Range
297 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35W TEXpress and Alliance Gateway Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 24.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 29m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (TX 170 / Alliance Gateway Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles (TX 170 / Alliance Gateway Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward TX 114 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward TX 114 West
7
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
TX 170 / Alliance Gateway Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 170 / Alliance Gateway Freeway toward TX 170 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward TX 170 West
5
7.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
TX 170 / Alliance Gateway Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 170 / Alliance Gateway Freeway toward I 35W South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 35W South
5
8.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
TX 170 Toll / Alliance Gateway Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 170 Toll / Alliance Gateway Freeway toward I 35W Express South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 35W Express South
8
23.8 mi into trip
|
~27m 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 35W TEXpress | 13.8 mi | 13m |
| Alliance Gateway Freeway | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| North South Freeway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| US 287 Bus | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Northwest Parkway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Freeway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Trophy Club Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Hogans Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 35W TEXpress
— 13.8 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Trophy Club, TX and Fort Worth, TX.
1
Start on Hamper Court
358 ft
·
18 sec
·
Hamper Court
2
Turn right onto Hogans Drive
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Hogans Drive
3
Turn right onto Indian Creek Drive
388 ft
·
13 sec
·
Indian Creek Drive
4
Turn left onto Trophy Club Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Trophy Club Drive
5
Turn right onto East State Highway 114
506 ft
·
8 sec
·
East State Highway 114
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward TX 114 West
Use the slight left lane.
7
Merge onto TX 114
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Northwest Parkway
Toward Trophy Club Drive
8
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 170
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Alliance Gateway Freeway
Toward TX 170 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 170
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Alliance Gateway Freeway
Toward I 35W South
10
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 170 Toll
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
Alliance Gateway Freeway
Toward I 35W Express South
11
Merge onto I 35W TEXpress
14 mi
·
13 min
·
I 35W TEXpress
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 35W
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North South Freeway
13
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.
14
Continue on South Freeway
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
South Freeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
South Freeway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.73 one way
$7.46 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $4.09 | $8.17 |
| premium | $4.54 | $4.41 | $8.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.45 | $10.91 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.06
Northwest Parkway
(0.5 mi)
$0.06
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$0
Total
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.59 | $1.19 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.16 | $0.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.46 | $1.58 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Afternoon in Fort Worth on Friday
Local time
12:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 10 to 15 mph
10% chance
Live forecast
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
9 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
29m 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 Trophy Club, TX to Fort Worth, TX covers 24.7 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 35W TEXpress, Alliance Gateway Freeway, North South Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.4 miles from Trophy Club, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.73 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.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 24.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 29m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (TX 170 / Alliance Gateway Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles (TX 170 / Alliance Gateway Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Trophy Club, TX to Fort Worth, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 500 ft to 797 ft elevation with about 377 ft of total climbing.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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