Commuting to Waco from Fort Worth? Possible or impractical?

Question

I hear traffic is horrible on 35, just wondering if anyone does it or whether it's worth it. Don't live there.. just about to figure out whether to move to Ft Worth with a friend and try to save money or whether any savings I'll feel more at the pump/time.

Answer 1

Its too far to commute with gas at $3.50 and rising. Live in Waco. It is a nice town and rents are probably less than Ft. Worth.

Answer 2

That's too far to commute!  

Yes, traffic is terrible on 35W.  It's even worse North of Down Town.

Answer 3

I have no idea about Texas, but in the long run you'll usually come out ahead by living closer to your work.  When you factor in the cost of gas, wear and tear on your car, the time spent on the road, and so on, it's just not worth it to save a little on rent.