How far is Live Oak, TX from Montopolis, TX?
The driving distance from Live Oak, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 176.3 miles (283.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 146.7 miles (236.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 13m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 06m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Llano County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Live Oak and Montopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Live Oak and Montopolis.
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Start on County Road 2335
5.4 mi · 13 min · County Road 2335
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Turn right
37.2 mi · 43 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 Live Oak and Montopolis.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn left
55.6 mi · 01h 14m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Live Oak and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Montopolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Live Oak to Montopolis?
The road trip is about 176.3 miles (283.8 km) and usually takes 03h 06m 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?
Llano is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.1 miles from Live Oak and 85.3 miles from Montopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 146.7 miles (236.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:46 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.51 one way or $47.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Live Oak and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Montopolis.
Stop Ideas Near Llano
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 Llano.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Live Oak and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 146.72 mi (236.12 km).
#1 Live Oak
City in Texas
| Population | 16,661 |
| Coordinates | 31.1390600, -99.9295200 |
| Altitude | 654 |
| 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: 284 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 12m |
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 | $23.51 | $47.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.45 | $52.89 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $28.56 | $57.11 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $24.84 | $49.67 |
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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