Arlington, Texas to Fort Worth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

13 miles 20.9 km · straight line
15.2 miles actual route 24.5 km · driving distance
22min estimated drive time
$1 - $2 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
276° W bearing direction

How far is Arlington, Texas from Fort Worth?

The distance from Arlington, Texas to Fort Worth is 13 miles (20.9 km) as the crow flies. Fort Worth is located W of Arlington, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 15.2 miles, taking about 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Arlington, Texas and Fort Worth. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Arlington, Texas to Fort Worth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22min $1 - $2 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Arlington, Texas
32.74°N, 97.11°W
America/Chicago
184m elevation
Fort Worth
32.76°N, 97.33°W
America/Chicago
203m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 4 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM