How far is Hempstead, TX from Montopolis, TX?
The driving distance from Hempstead, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 109.4 miles (176.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 96.8 miles (155.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 40m 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 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hempstead and Montopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hempstead and Montopolis.
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Start on Austin Street
19 m · 6 sec · Austin Street
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Turn right
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto US 290 West
1566 ft · 38 sec
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Continue straight
21.8 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 290 West: Austin
53.4 mi · 1 hr
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Continue straight
21.4 mi · 25 min
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Continue on Manor Expressway
5.6 mi · 6 min · Manor Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 183 South, US 183 North: Lockhart, Lampasas
2213 ft · 54 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 183 South: Lockhart
1.1 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
2609 ft · 37 sec
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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 Hempstead 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.
US 290 West
Take the exit slight right toward US 290 West: Austin
53.4 mi · 01h 00m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hempstead 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 Hempstead to Montopolis?
The road trip is about 109.4 miles (176.1 km) and usually takes 01h 50m 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?
Giddings is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.4 miles from Hempstead and 54 miles from Montopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 96.8 miles (155.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.6 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 2:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.59 one way or $29.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms around Hempstead and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Montopolis.
Stop Ideas Near Giddings
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Giddings.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hempstead and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 96.83 mi (155.84 km).
#1 Hempstead
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 8,835 |
| Coordinates | 30.0974400, -96.0782900 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| 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: 176 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $14.59 | $29.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.41 | $32.83 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $17.72 | $35.44 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $15.41 | $30.83 |
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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