How far is Fort Worth, TX from Grand Prairie, TX?
Fastest route
The journey from Fort Worth, Texas to Grand Prairie, Texas takes approximately 23 minutes covering a distance of 21.1 miles via I-30 E.
Directions
- Start on Commerce St and head southeast on Commerce St toward E 4th St.
- Turn left at the 2nd cross street onto E 5th St.
- Take I-30 E to E Copeland Rd in Arlington. Exit from I-30 E.
- Merge onto I-30 E toward Dallas using the left lane.
- Stay on I-30 E by keeping right at the fork.
- Take exit 34 toward Belt Line Rd to reach Grand Prairie.
- Once on Belt Line Rd, take S Belt Line Rd to E Main St.
- Use the right lane to keep right.
- Make a slight right toward S Belt Line Rd.
- Take a slight right onto S Belt Line Rd.
- Take the Davis St exit toward Main St/SH-180/Jefferson Rd.
- Continue onto N Belt Line Rd.
- Turn right after Taco Bell (on the right).
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Keep track of your exits and follow the signs for I-30 E.
- 🚧 Be aware of any road closures or construction that may affect your route.
- ⏱️ Allow for extra time in case of traffic or unexpected delays.
- 📍 Use a navigation app or GPS device to assist you along the way.
- 🛣️ Stay in the left lane when merging onto I-30 E.
- 🚦 Observe traffic signals and road signs for a safe and smooth journey.
- 🗺️ Familiarize yourself with the route in advance to ensure a stress-free trip.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 25m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Tarrant County, Texas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Worth and Grand Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Worth and Grand Prairie.
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Start on South Freeway
17 m · 3 sec · South Freeway
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Turn right onto Elmwood Avenue
145 m · 23 sec · Elmwood Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Epps Street
631 ft · 28 sec · Epps Street
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Continue on East Maddox Avenue
126 m · 20 sec · East Maddox Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Freeway
98 m · 14 sec · South Freeway
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Turn left onto East Allen Avenue
64 m · 13 sec · East Allen Avenue
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Turn left onto South Freeway
2853 ft · 57 sec · South Freeway
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Take the ramp straight toward I 35W North
1192 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Freeway
2371 ft · 29 sec · South Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 30 East: Dallas
1.1 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Tom Landry Freeway
16.3 mi · 20 min · Tom Landry Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward PGBT South: President George Bush Turnpike
1778 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto President George Bush Turnpike
3024 ft · 37 sec · President George Bush Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 180: Main Street, Jefferson Street
1455 ft · 28 sec
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Turn straight onto North State Highway 161
136 m · 10 sec · North State Highway 161
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Turn left onto Dalworth Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Dalworth Street
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Turn slight left onto West Main Street
2155 ft · 51 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on East Main Street
1793 ft · 46 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left
23 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Worth and Grand Prairie.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Tom Landry Freeway
Merge slight left onto Tom Landry Freeway
16.3 mi · 00h 20m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Fort Worth and Partly Sunny near Grand Prairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Worth to Grand Prairie?
The road trip is about 22.4 miles (36.1 km) and usually takes 00h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Pantego is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.7 miles from Fort Worth and 11.7 miles from Grand Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.8 miles (30.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.99 one way or $5.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Fort Worth and Partly Sunny near Grand Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Pantego
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
The Keller Watertower
City of Irving, City Hall
Niles City Hall Saloon
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pantego.
Fort Worth Central Station
Union Station
Dallas, TX
Cleburne
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Worth and Grand Prairie. Straight-line distance: 18.83 mi (30.3 km).
#1 Fort Worth
The twelfth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.
| Population | 927,720 |
| Coordinates | 32.7254100, -97.3208500 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grand Prairie
The ninth most populous city in Texas.
| Population | 195,272 |
| Coordinates | 32.7459600, -96.9977800 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-96.997772, 32.74596)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 36 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $2.99 | $5.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.36 | $6.72 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $3.63 | $7.25 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $3.15 | $6.31 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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