Fort Worth to Port Arthur: Road Trip Guide & Distance

281.6 miles 453.2 km · straight line
342.3 miles actual route 550.9 km · driving distance
6h 17min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
134° SE bearing direction

How far is Fort Worth from Port Arthur?

The distance from Fort Worth to Port Arthur is 281.6 miles (453.2 km) as the crow flies. Port Arthur is located SE of Fort Worth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 342.3 miles, taking about 6h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fort Worth and Port Arthur. 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 Fort Worth to Port Arthur

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 17min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 32min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~5h 58min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fort Worth & Port Arthur

Quick Facts

Fort Worth
32.76°N, 97.33°W
America/Chicago
203m elevation
Port Arthur
29.89°N, 93.94°W
America/Chicago
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM