How far is Granite Shoals, TX from Montopolis, TX?
The driving distance from Granite Shoals, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 62.1 miles (100 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.7 miles (76.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 17m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Texas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Granite Shoals and Montopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Granite Shoals and Montopolis.
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Start on East Greenbriar Drive
654 ft · 21 sec · East Greenbriar Drive
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Turn right onto North Phillips Ranch Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Phillips Ranch Road
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Turn right
6.3 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto North US Highway 281
5.2 mi · 8 min · North US Highway 281
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 71 East: Austin
780 ft · 33 sec
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Turn straight
32.8 mi · 42 min
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Continue on State Highway 71 West
1.1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 71 West
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Continue straight
1091 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight right onto West US Highway 290
1.2 km · 59 sec · West US Highway 290
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Take the exit straight toward US 290 East, TX 71 East
590 ft · 12 sec
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Merge slight left onto West US Highway 290
62 m · 3 sec · West US Highway 290
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Continue straight
11.1 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 183 North
1241 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
1.4 km · 59 sec
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Continue on Bergstrom Expressway
1.1 km · 41 sec · Bergstrom Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Loop 111: Cesar Chavez Street, 5th Street, 6th Street, 7th Street, Airport Boulevard
2724 ft · 54 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Airport Boulevard
1278 ft · 34 sec · Airport Boulevard
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Continue on Airport Boulevard
2658 ft · 43 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
A richer read on the saved driving route between Granite Shoals and Montopolis.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
Turn straight
32.8 mi · 00h 42m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Granite Shoals and Mostly Sunny near Montopolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Granite Shoals to Montopolis?
The road trip is about 62.1 miles (100 km) and usually takes 01h 17m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Briarcliff is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.2 miles from Granite Shoals and 30.9 miles from Montopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.7 miles (76.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.4 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.28 one way or $16.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Granite Shoals and Mostly Sunny near Montopolis.
Stop Ideas Near Briarcliff
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Granite Shoals and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 47.73 mi (76.81 km).
#1 Granite Shoals
City in Burnet County, Texas, United States
| Population | 5,162 |
| Coordinates | 30.5890800, -98.3839200 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| 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: 100 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
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 | $8.28 | $16.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.31 | $18.62 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $10.05 | $20.11 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $8.74 | $17.49 |
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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