How far is Lamesa, TX from Montopolis, TX?
The driving distance from Lamesa, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 346.6 miles (557.8 km), with a travel time of about 05h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 304.4 miles (489.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 37m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 48m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Concho County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lamesa and Montopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lamesa and Montopolis.
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Start on the route
49 m · 14 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Lynn Avenue
1.3 mi · 1 min · North Lynn Avenue
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Continue on South Dallas Avenue
1.3 mi · 1 min · South Dallas Avenue
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Continue on South US Highway 87
18.1 mi · 18 min · South US Highway 87
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Continue on William Crooker Highway
1.4 mi · 1 min · William Crooker Highway
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Continue on North US Highway 87
18.1 mi · 18 min · North US Highway 87
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Continue on William B Crooker Memorial Highway
52.1 mi · 52 min · William B Crooker Memorial Highway
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Continue on 4th Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · 4th Street
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Continue on US Highway 87 South
14.6 mi · 15 min · US Highway 87 South
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Continue straight
104.4 mi · 1 hr 55 min
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Turn right onto Bridge Street
2.8 mi · 3 min · Bridge Street
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Turn left onto State Highway 71
47.2 mi · 51 min · State Highway 71
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Turn left
55.6 mi · 1 hr 14 min
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Turn right onto North US Highway 183
1327 ft · 21 sec · North US Highway 183
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Take the ramp slight left
1729 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto 183A Toll Road
13.3 mi · 13 min · 183A Toll Road
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Continue straight
14.8 mi · 17 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 Lamesa and Montopolis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
US Highway 87 South
Continue straight
104 mi · 01h 55m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Lamesa and Mostly Cloudy near Montopolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lamesa to Montopolis?
The road trip is about 346.6 miles (557.8 km) and usually takes 05h 48m 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?
Eden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 176.1 miles from Lamesa and 170.5 miles from Montopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 304.4 miles (489.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.2 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 5:22 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $46.22 one way or $92.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 108.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lamesa and Mostly Cloudy near Montopolis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lamesa and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 304.43 mi (489.94 km).
#1 Lamesa
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 9,131 |
| Coordinates | 32.7376000, -101.9509900 |
| Altitude | 912 |
| 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: 558 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 19m |
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 | $46.22 | $92.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $52.00 | $104.00 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $56.15 | $112.30 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $48.83 | $97.67 |
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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