How far is Tahoka, TX from Fort Worth, TX?
The driving distance from Tahoka, TX to Fort Worth, TX is about 300.5 miles (483.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 261.1 miles (420.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Village in Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tahoka and Fort Worth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tahoka and Fort Worth.
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Start on the route
2521 ft · 29 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward Loop 472: Tahoka
134 m · 18 sec
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Turn sharp right onto East Access Road
3084 ft · 2 min · East Access Road
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Turn left onto Lockwood Street
24.4 mi · 36 min · Lockwood Street
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Turn right onto South Broadway Street
1998 ft · 49 sec · South Broadway Street
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Continue on US Highway 84
74.6 mi · 1 hr 15 min · US Highway 84
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Keep slight left to continue on I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
183 mi · 3 hr 5 min
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Keep slight left to continue on West Freeway
15.2 mi · 17 min · West Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35W, I 35W Express Toll North, US 377 North: Waco, Denton
870 ft · 12 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35W South: Waco
2725 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto South Freeway
547 ft · 7 sec · South Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 287 Business: Rosedale Street, Allen Avenue
2710 ft · 1 min
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Continue on South Freeway
1940 ft · 47 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 Tahoka and Fort Worth.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 20 East
Keep slight left to continue on I 20 East, US 84 East: Abilene
183 mi · 03h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Tahoka and Slight 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 Tahoka to Fort Worth?
The road trip is about 300.5 miles (483.6 km) and usually takes 04h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Impact is a useful midpoint, sitting about 150.1 miles from Tahoka and 150.4 miles from Fort Worth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 261.1 miles (420.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:54 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $40.06 one way or $80.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 94.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Tahoka and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Worth.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tahoka and Fort Worth. Straight-line distance: 261.11 mi (420.22 km).
#1 Tahoka
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 2,665 |
| Coordinates | 33.1667600, -101.7937700 |
| Altitude | 939 |
| 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: 484 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 44m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $40.06 | $80.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $45.07 | $90.14 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $48.66 | $97.33 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $42.33 | $84.65 |
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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