College Station to Fort Worth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

158.3 miles 254.7 km · straight line
173.8 miles actual route 279.7 km · driving distance
3h 8min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
339° NNW bearing direction

How far is College Station from Fort Worth?

The distance from College Station to Fort Worth is 158.3 miles (254.7 km) as the crow flies. Fort Worth is located NNW of College Station. By car, the driving distance is approximately 173.8 miles, taking about 3h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 College Station 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 College Station to Fort Worth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 8min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 46min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~2h 59min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between College Station & Fort Worth

Quick Facts

College Station
30.63°N, 96.33°W
America/Chicago
103m 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 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 157.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM