Trip from Venus, TX to Fort Worth, TX

Q: How long is the trip from Venus, TX to Fort Worth, TX?

The drive from Venus, TX to Fort Worth, TX covers 30.7 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are I 35W, West US Highway 67, South Interstate 35W. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 15.3 miles from Venus, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.64 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

35m

Distance

30.7 mi

49 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$5

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 9 min

4 AM

0h 32m ★

6 AM

0h 35m

8 AM

0h 41m

10 AM

0h 38m

12 PM

0h 37m

3 PM

0h 38m

5 PM

0h 41m

8 PM

0h 34m

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

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Trip Overview

If you are traveling from Venus to Fort Worth, you are looking at a straightforward 30.7-mile journey that typically takes about 35 minutes. This quick transit within the Great Plains region is highly efficient, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will rely primarily on I-35W and West US Highway 67 to complete the trek. With a minimal fuel budget of just $5, this route is as economical as it is direct. Because the drive is so short, there is no need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated logistics. It is a no-nonsense connection between two Texas communities that gets you where you need to go without any unnecessary fuss.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 30.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

35m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience as you navigate this 30.7-mile stretch, which is comprised of 98% highway driving. The route feels like a classic interstate commute, dominated by fast-paced travel rather than winding local roads. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-35W, which accounts for a substantial 21.6-mile uninterrupted segment of the trip. As you transition from the smaller community of Venus toward the urban hub of Fort Worth, the road environment remains consistent and predictable. This is a practical, utilitarian drive designed for speed and efficiency rather than leisurely sightseeing.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 35W is the longest continuous segment at about 21.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 35W and West US Highway 67. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near FM 157 / South Main Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 35m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (FM 157 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.6 miles (I 35W): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

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

5

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | FM 157 / South Main Street

Turn right onto FM 157 / South Main Street

Navigation decision point

5

8.4 mi into trip | ~10m in

Take the ramp toward County Road 707, County Road 604

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 27 Toward County Road 707, County Road 604

5

8.6 mi into trip | ~11m in | I 35W

Merge onto I 35W

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

7

30.2 mi into trip | ~34m in

Take the exit toward Allen Avenue

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 49A Toward Allen Avenue

5

30.6 mi into trip | ~35m in | East Allen Avenue

Turn left onto East Allen Avenue

Navigation decision point

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Venus, TX and Fort Worth, TX, road signs point toward County Road 707 and County Road 604.

County Road 707

8.4 mi in | ~10m

County Road 604

8.4 mi in | ~10m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 35W	21.6 mi	23m
West US Highway 67	7.3 mi	8m
South Interstate 35W	0.6 mi	1m
North Parkway Drive	0.3 mi	<1m
South Freeway	0.2 mi	<1m
South Main Street	0.1 mi	<1m
North FM 157	<0.1 mi	<1m
East Allen Avenue	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 35W — 21.6 mi, about 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

163 ft · 14 sec · this road

2

Turn right onto FM 157

0.1 mi · 12 sec · South Main Street

3

Continue on FM 157

424 ft · 10 sec · North FM 157

4

Turn left onto US 67

7.3 mi · 8 min · West US Highway 67

5

Turn right onto I 35 Bus

0.3 mi · 26 sec · North Parkway Drive

6

Continue on I 35 Bus

0.1 mi · 13 sec · South Interstate 35W

7

Turn right onto South Interstate 35W

0.5 mi · 54 sec · South Interstate 35W

8

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Exit 27 Toward County Road 707, County Road 604

9

Merge onto I 35W

22 mi · 23 min · I 35W

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Exit 49A Toward Allen Avenue Use the slight right lane.

11

Turn straight onto South Freeway

0.1 mi · 18 sec · South Freeway

12

Turn left onto East Allen Avenue

210 ft · 12 sec · East Allen Avenue

13

Turn left onto South Freeway

258 ft · 5 sec · South Freeway

14

Arrive at destination

South Freeway

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$4.64 one way

$9.28 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 11 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.20	$5.08	$10.16
premium	$4.54	$5.48	$10.96
diesel	$5.61	$6.78	$13.56

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$5

Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	9.2	$3.22	$1.47
Efficient EV	7.7	$2.69	$1.23
EV Truck/SUV	12.3	$4.30	$1.96

Gas CO2

11 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (64% 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Venus, TX

Night in Venus on Thursday

Local time

9:02 PM

CDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fort Worth, TX

Night in Fort Worth on Thursday

Local time

9:02 PM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

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

15 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

35m 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.

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