How far is Brackettville, TX from Montopolis, TX?
The driving distance from Brackettville, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 214.9 miles (345.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 175.8 miles (282.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 57m 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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City in Medina County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brackettville and Montopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brackettville and Montopolis.
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Start on West Spring Street
7 m · 3 sec · West Spring Street
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Turn right onto South Ann Street
152 m · 18 sec · South Ann Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Military Highway
2841 ft · 37 sec · East Military Highway
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Continue on East US Highway 90
37.5 mi · 43 min · East US Highway 90
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Continue on West Main Street
4.9 mi · 6 min · West Main Street
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Continue on East US Highway 90
37.7 mi · 43 min · East US Highway 90
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Continue on 19th Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · 19th Street
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Continue on US Highway 90 East
25.4 mi · 29 min · US Highway 90 East
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Continue on Cleto Rodriguez Freeway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Cleto Rodriguez Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 410 North, TX 16 North
1.3 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left onto Connally Loop
19.8 mi · 23 min · Connally Loop
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35 North: Austin
1694 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Pan Am Expressway
6.8 mi · 8 min · North Pan Am Expressway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
11.9 mi · 13 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Continue on Interstate Highway 35
1.9 mi · 2 min · Interstate Highway 35
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
46.7 mi · 51 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward 6th - 12th Streets
665 ft · 18 sec
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Turn straight onto North Interstate 35
105 m · 11 sec · North Interstate 35
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Turn right onto East 7th Street
2.8 mi · 5 min · East 7th Street
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Turn straight onto Airport Boulevard
1279 ft · 20 sec · Airport Boulevard
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Continue on Ed Bluestein Boulevard
552 ft · 9 sec · Ed Bluestein Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
148 m · 12 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
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Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Purple Heart Trail
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46.7 mi · 00h 51m
Route Summary
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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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Brackettville and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Montopolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brackettville to Montopolis?
The road trip is about 214.9 miles (345.8 km) and usually takes 03h 28m 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?
La Coste is a useful midpoint, sitting about 101.8 miles from Brackettville and 113 miles from Montopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 175.8 miles (282.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.1 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 10:02 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.64 one way or $57.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 67.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near La Coste
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brackettville and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 175.79 mi (282.91 km).
#1 Brackettville
City in Texas
| Population | 1,679 |
| Coordinates | 29.3105100, -100.4178600 |
| Altitude | 337 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Montopolis
This Travis County community, situated at an elevation of 469 feet, is known for its Colorado River industrial areas.
| Population | 912,791 |
| Coordinates | 30.2432700, -97.6905600 |
| Altitude | 143 |
| Country | United States |
End: 183 Toll (-97.690637, 30.243248)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 346 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 40m |
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 | $28.64 | $57.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $32.23 | $64.46 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $34.80 | $69.60 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $30.27 | $60.53 |
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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