How far is Hamlin, TX from Montopolis, TX?

The driving distance from Hamlin, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 264.6 miles (425.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 21m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 232.1 miles (373.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 43m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
264.65 mi
04h 21m
Flight
232.09 mi
373.52 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
232.09 mi
Kilometers
373.52 km
Flight Time
00h 28m

Driving Distance

Road route
264.65 mi
Kilometers
425.92 km
Drive Time
04h 21m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 21m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Montopolis
Thu, Apr 23, 2:12 AM CDT
Return by in Hamlin
Thu, Apr 23, 6:34 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Hamlin
2026-04-22T21:50
Arrive Montopolis
Thu, Apr 23, 2:12 AM CDT
Route Timing
04h 21m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:22 AM to 12:22 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:16 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Hamlin
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Early
TX

City

From Hamlin
132.9 mi
02h 10m
To Montopolis
131.7 mi
02h 10m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
87°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph S
Destination
81°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Hamlin and Montopolis.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hamlin and Montopolis.

  1. 1

    Start on North Central Avenue

    1.4 km · 1 min · North Central Avenue

  2. 2

    Continue on US Highway 83 West

    16.5 mi · 24 min · US Highway 83 West

  3. 3

    Continue on West Court Plaza

    595 ft · 8 sec · West Court Plaza

  4. 4

    Turn slight right onto Commercial Avenue

    32.5 mi · 35 min · Commercial Avenue

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    42.2 mi · 48 min

  6. 6

    Continue straight

    1 km · 46 sec

  7. 7

    Turn left

    11.4 mi · 13 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    21.5 mi · 25 min

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Garmon Drive

    1.3 mi · 1 min · Garmon Drive

  10. 10

    Continue on US Highway 84 East

    29.2 mi · 33 min · US Highway 84 East

  11. 11

    Turn right

    22.2 mi · 25 min

  12. 12

    Continue straight

    14.8 mi · 15 min

  13. 13

    Merge slight left onto North US Highway 281

    79 m · 4 sec · North US Highway 281

  14. 14

    Continue on North Key Avenue

    2.3 mi · 5 min · North Key Avenue

  15. 15

    Continue on South US Highway 183

    35.3 mi · 38 min · South US Highway 183

  16. 16

    Continue straight

    2151 ft · 30 sec

  17. 17

    Keep slight left to continue on 183A Toll Road

    14.3 mi · 14 min · 183A Toll Road

  18. 18

    Continue straight

    14.8 mi · 17 min

  19. 19

    Continue on Bergstrom Expressway

    4.8 mi · 5 min · Bergstrom Expressway

  20. 20

    Take the exit slight right toward Montopolis Drive, Patton Avenue

    1442 ft · 35 sec

  21. 21

    Turn straight onto Ed Bluestein Boulevard

    1951 ft · 30 sec · Ed Bluestein Boulevard

  22. 22

    Take the ramp straight toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart

    148 m · 12 sec

  23. 23

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Hamlin and Montopolis.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
23 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Commercial Avenue
96.8 mi · 37%
US Highway 84 East
44 mi · 17%
South US Highway 183
35.7 mi · 13%
183A Toll Road
29.1 mi · 11%
US Highway 83 West
16.5 mi · 6%
Bergstrom Expressway
4.79 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Commercial Avenue

Continue straight

42.2 mi · 00h 48m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 21m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+32.5 mi
232.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Early
02h 10m from Hamlin
Leave By
8:16 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Hamlin 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 Hamlin to Montopolis?

The road trip is about 264.6 miles (425.9 km) and usually takes 04h 21m 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?

Early is a useful midpoint, sitting about 132.9 miles from Hamlin and 131.7 miles from Montopolis.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 232.1 miles (373.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.5 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 8:16 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.30 one way or $70.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 83 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hamlin and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Montopolis.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Hamlin and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 232.09 mi (373.52 km).

Hamlin

#1 Hamlin

City in Fisher County, Texas, United States

Population1,997
Coordinates32.8848300, -100.1264900
Altitude525
CountryUnited States
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#2 Montopolis

This Travis County community, situated at an elevation of 469 feet, is known for its Colorado River industrial areas.

Population912,791
Coordinates30.2432700, -97.6905600
Altitude143
CountryUnited States
Start: US 83 South (-100.126539, 32.88482)
End: 183 Toll (-97.690637, 30.243248)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 426 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 49m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 37m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 17m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 24m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 46m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 18m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.34 gal
35.35 L · about $35.30
Round trip
$70.59
18.68 gal · 70.7 L
Estimated CO2
83 kg one way
Round trip: 166 kg / 366 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $35.30 $70.59
Mid-grade $4.25 $39.71 $79.43
Premium $4.59 $42.88 $85.76
Diesel $3.99 $37.29 $74.59

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Texas · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Hamlin and Montopolis. The current time is 21:50:24.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.