How far is Gladewater, TX from Fort Worth, TX?
Fastest route
The distance between Gladewater, Texas 75647 and Fort Worth, Texas is approximately 137 miles (221 kilometers).
Directions
To get from Gladewater, Texas to Fort Worth, Texas, you can follow these directions:
- Head southwest on N Main St toward E Upshur Ave.
- N Main St turns slightly right and becomes S Tyler St.
- Continue straight onto US-271 S/S Tyler St.
- Continue to follow US-271 S.
- Use the right lane to take the ramp to Dallas.
- Merge onto I-20 W in Smith County.
- Take exit 479A to merge onto US-175 W toward Dallas.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 284A for I-30 W.
- Keep left and merge onto I-30 W.
- Keep right at the fork to stay on I-30 W.
- Keep right at the fork to stay on I-30 W.
- Keep right at the fork to stay on I-30 W.
- Take exit 15C to merge onto US-287 N toward I-35W N/Denton.
- Keep left to continue on TX-280 Spur.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take the East 4th Street exit.
- Keep left and merge onto E 4th St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Take I-20 W, US-175 W, and I-30 W to reach Fort Worth.
- ⛽ Plan for rest stops along the way to refuel and stretch your legs.
- 🍽️ Consider stopping for meals at restaurants along the route.
- 🛣️ Be aware of traffic conditions and adjust your travel time accordingly.
- 📱 Use a navigation app or GPS device to help guide you during the journey.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 21m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Kaufman County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gladewater and Fort Worth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gladewater and Fort Worth.
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Start on North Main Street
1780 ft · 25 sec · North Main Street
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Turn slight right onto South Tyler Street
2.7 mi · 3 min · South Tyler Street
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Continue on US Highway 271
10 mi · 11 min · US Highway 271
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Take the exit right
1729 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
71.6 mi · 1 hr 12 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 20 West: Fort Worth
19.3 mi · 21 min
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Merge slight right onto Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
22 mi · 24 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
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Continue on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
19.7 mi · 21 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35W South, I 35W North: Waco, Denton
1177 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35W North: Denton
1972 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35W North: Fort Worth
957 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Freeway
3.2 mi · 3 min · South Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Allen Avenue
1435 ft · 35 sec
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Turn straight onto South Freeway
540 ft · 18 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
79 m · 5 sec · South Freeway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Freeway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gladewater and Fort Worth.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 271
Merge slight left
71.6 mi · 01h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Gladewater and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Worth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gladewater to Fort Worth?
The road trip is about 150.3 miles (241.9 km) and usually takes 02h 21m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Oak Ridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.1 miles from Gladewater and 75.2 miles from Fort Worth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 139 miles (223.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.03 one way or $40.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Gladewater and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Worth.
Stop Ideas Near Oak Ridge
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Oak Ridge.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gladewater and Fort Worth. Straight-line distance: 138.99 mi (223.68 km).
#1 Gladewater
City in Gregg County, Texas, United States
| Population | 6,352 |
| Coordinates | 32.5365300, -94.9427200 |
| Altitude | 111 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: South Freeway (-97.320871, 32.725411)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 242 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 52m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $20.03 | $40.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.54 | $45.07 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $24.33 | $48.66 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $21.16 | $42.33 |
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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