How far is Harker Heights, TX from Montopolis, TX?
The driving distance from Harker Heights, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 79.5 miles (127.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 58.1 miles (93.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 29m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 14m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Harker Heights and Montopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harker Heights and Montopolis.
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Start on Jorgette Drive
684 ft · 31 sec · Jorgette Drive
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Continue on Jorgette Drive
119 m · 23 sec · Jorgette Drive
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Turn left onto Clore Road
1485 ft · 1 min · Clore Road
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Turn right onto Indian Trail
1626 ft · 54 sec · Indian Trail
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Turn left onto East Central Texas Expressway
102 m · 7 sec · East Central Texas Expressway
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 14 East, US 190 East
907 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left onto Central Texas Expressway
7.7 mi · 8 min · Central Texas Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 1670
1277 ft · 31 sec
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Turn straight onto US 190 Frontage Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · US 190 Frontage Road
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Turn right onto Stillhouse Hollow Dam Road
6.8 mi · 9 min · Stillhouse Hollow Dam Road
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Turn left onto Farm-to-Market Road 2484
1.5 km · 1 min · Farm-to-Market Road 2484
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Turn right onto North Robertson Road
1.4 km · 2 min · North Robertson Road
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Take the ramp straight toward I 35 South
1915 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
44.5 mi · 47 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 183: Lockhart, Lampasas
1390 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 183 South: Lockhart
1.4 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Continue on Bergstrom Expressway
4.8 mi · 5 min · Bergstrom Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Montopolis Drive, Patton Avenue
1442 ft · 35 sec
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Turn straight onto Ed Bluestein Boulevard
1951 ft · 30 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 Harker Heights and Montopolis.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 35 South
Merge slight left
44.5 mi · 00h 47m
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 Harker Heights 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 Harker Heights to Montopolis?
The road trip is about 79.5 miles (127.9 km) and usually takes 01h 14m 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?
Serenada is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.2 miles from Harker Heights and 43.2 miles from Montopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 58.1 miles (93.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.4 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 4:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.58 one way or $21.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Harker Heights and Mostly Sunny near Montopolis.
Stop Ideas Near Serenada
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 Harker Heights and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 58.09 mi (93.48 km).
#1 Harker Heights
City in Bell County, Texas, United States
| Population | 33,071 |
| Coordinates | 31.0835100, -97.6597400 |
| Altitude | 233 |
| 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: 128 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
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 | $10.58 | $21.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.91 | $23.81 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $12.85 | $25.71 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $11.18 | $22.36 |
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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