How far is Mason, TX from Montopolis, TX?
The driving distance from Mason, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 114.8 miles (184.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.1 miles (157.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 04m 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 02h 02m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mason and Montopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mason and Montopolis.
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Start on Austin Street
1 km · 57 sec · Austin Street
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Continue on East State Highway 29
62.5 mi · 1 hr 15 min · East State Highway 29
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Continue on West Polk Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · West Polk Street
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Continue on East State Highway 29
21.7 mi · 28 min · East State Highway 29
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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 Mason 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.
East State Highway 29
Continue on East State Highway 29
62.5 mi · 01h 15m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Mason 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 Mason to Montopolis?
The road trip is about 114.8 miles (184.8 km) and usually takes 02h 02m 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?
Burnet is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.3 miles from Mason and 54.4 miles from Montopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.1 miles (157.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.7 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 2:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.30 one way or $30.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Mason and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Montopolis.
Stop Ideas Near Burnet
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 Burnet.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mason and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 98.11 mi (157.9 km).
#1 Mason
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 2,347 |
| Coordinates | 30.7487900, -99.2306100 |
| Altitude | 469 |
| 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: 185 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
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 | $15.30 | $30.61 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.22 | $34.44 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $18.59 | $37.19 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $16.17 | $32.34 |
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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