Trip from Weatherford, TX to Irving, TX

Drive Time

1h 7m

Distance

55.1 mi

89 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min

4 AM

1h 2m ★

6 AM

1h 7m

8 AM

1h 18m

10 AM

1h 11m

12 PM

1h 10m

3 PM

1h 11m

5 PM

1h 17m

8 PM

1h 4m

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

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Weatherford, TX

Jeff Stapleton

Trip Overview

Spanning 55.1 miles across the Great Plains, this direct route from Weatherford to Irving is a straightforward commute that typically takes about 1 hour and 7 minutes. Since the entire trip is easily manageable in a single day, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. With fuel costs estimated at just $8, it is a very budget-friendly way to move between these two Texas locations. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major corridors like I-20 and the Jim Wright Freeway. It is an ideal connection for travelers looking for efficiency rather than a leisurely sightseeing tour.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

27.6 miles from Weatherford, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience as you navigate this route, with 80% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. The drive relies on a mix of I-20, I-820 TEXpress, and the Jim Wright Freeway to keep traffic moving. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch along a 12.6-mile segment of the Jim Wright Freeway, which sets the pace for the trip. Because this is primarily an interstate-focused drive, you should prepare for a consistent, high-speed environment rather than winding local roads. It is a practical, utilitarian path that prioritizes speed and directness over scenic variety.

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

There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Jim Wright Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 12.6 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

1,047 ft 484 ft

Total Climb

141 ft

Total Descent

704 ft

Highest Point

1,047 ft

Elevation Range

563 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Jim Wright Freeway and I 820 TEXpress. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.3 miles in near I 30 / West Freeway.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 55.1 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 13.3 miles (I 30 / West Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.6 miles (I 820 TEXpress): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

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

13.3 mi into trip | ~18m in | I 30 / West Freeway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 30 / West Freeway toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane. Exit 421 Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth

18.9 mi into trip | ~24m in

Take the exit toward I 820 North

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 5B Toward I 820 North

32.6 mi into trip | ~40m in | I 820 TEXpress

Keep slight left at fork onto I 820 TEXpress toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas Entrance

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas E...

51.4 mi into trip | ~59m in

Take the exit toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road...

51.6 mi into trip | ~1h in

Keep slight left at fork toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Weatherford, TX to Irving, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Line Road South along the way.

Belt Line Road South

51.4 mi in | ~59m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Jim Wright Freeway	12.6 mi	14m
I 820 TEXpress	6.9 mi	6m
I 20	6.5 mi	6m
Fort Worth Highway	5.9 mi	9m
West Freeway	5.6 mi	5m
Airport Freeway	5 mi	5m
SH 121/183 TEXpress	4.4 mi	4m
West Irving Boulevard	2.7 mi	4m

Longest stretch: Jim Wright Freeway — 12.6 mi, about 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Weatherford, TX and Irving, TX.

Start on FM 51

221 ft · 11 sec · North Main Street

Continue on FM 51

272 ft · 6 sec · North Main Street

Enter roundabout onto US 180

456 ft · 14 sec · Fort Worth Highway

Continue on US 180

5.8 mi · 8 min · Fort Worth Highway

Use the none lane.

Take the ramp onto US 180

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 180

Merge onto I 20

6.5 mi · 6 min · I 20

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 30

5.6 mi · 5 min · West Freeway

Exit 421 Toward I 30 East: Downtown Fort Worth Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min

Exit 5B Toward I 820 North Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 820

13 mi · 14 min · Jim Wright Freeway

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 820

0.3 mi · 18 sec · Northeast Loop

Keep slight left at fork onto I 820 TEXpress

6.9 mi · 6 min · I 820 TEXpress

Toward I 820 Express East: DFW Airport Dallas Entrance Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Continue on TX 121 TEXpress; TX 183 TEXpress

4.4 mi · 4 min · SH 121/183 TEXpress

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on TX 183 TEXpress

2.5 mi · 2 min · SH 183 TEXpress

Toward TX 183 Express East Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

262 ft · 6 sec

Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto TX 183

5.0 mi · 5 min · Airport Freeway

Use the none / straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard, Belt Line Road South Use the right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 45 sec

Toward TX 356: Irving Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on TX 356

2.7 mi · 4 min · West Irving Boulevard

Use the none lane.

Continue on TX 356

0.4 mi · 52 sec · West 2nd Street

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto South Ohio Street

436 ft · 19 sec · South Ohio Street

Arrive at destination

North Ohio Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though keep in mind that high-traffic highway segments may be impacted by rush hour. You will not need to plan for any scheduled stops given the 1-hour and 7-minute duration, allowing you to drive straight through if you prefer. Keep a close eye on navigation apps when transitioning between the Jim Wright Freeway and I-820 TEXpress, as highway interchanges in this region can be complex. Because the fuel cost is a modest $8, you can easily top off your tank in Weatherford before heading out to ensure a stress-free journey. Enjoy the efficiency of this direct connection and the ease of reaching Irving without the need for an extended itinerary.

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 27.6 miles from Weatherford, TX, or about 34m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.6 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 55.1 miles or 1h 7m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 27.6 miles or 34m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 55m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Irving, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Weatherford, 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 Weatherford, TX

This is one driving day of about 55.1 miles and 1h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Weatherford, TX.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

The longest stretch is on Jim Wright Freeway for about 12.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 27.6 mi from Weatherford, TX · 34m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fort Worth, TX

28 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.

Popular next leg

Fort Worth, TX to Irving, TX

27.9 mi · 34m

Pacing Suggestions

Grand Prairie, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 55.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fort Worth, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 27.6 miles from Weatherford, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Irving, TX

The final approach into Irving, 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 Irving, TX.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$8.42 one way

$16.83 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 19 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$9.22	$18.45
premium	$4.59	$9.96	$19.92
diesel	$5.64	$12.24	$24.48

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$33–$58

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 19.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	16.5	$5.79	$2.64
Efficient EV	13.8	$4.82	$2.20
EV Truck/SUV	22	$7.71	$3.53

Gas CO2

19 kg

EV CO2

6 kg (68% 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 5 hours ago

Origin

Weatherford, TX

Afternoon in Weatherford on Sunday

Local time

3:11 PM

CDT

Current temp

79°F

Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

S 15 to 20 mph 88% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 9:08AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 8:43AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

Destination

Irving, TX

Afternoon in Irving on Sunday

Local time

3:11 PM

CDT

Current temp

79°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

S 15 mph 51% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 9:08AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 8:43AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

1h 7m 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 Weatherford, TX to Irving, TX covers 55.1 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Jim Wright Freeway, I 820 TEXpress, I 20. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 27.6 miles from Weatherford, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.42 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.

On the drive from Weatherford, TX to Irving, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Line Road South along the way.

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Trip from Weatherford, TX to Irving, TX

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

Elevation Profile

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Irving, TX

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

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Very similar conditions

1h 7m on the road

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