How far is Midlothian, TX from Montopolis, TX?
The driving distance from Midlothian, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 183.4 miles (295.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 160.1 miles (257.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 43m 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 51m.
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 Midlothian and Montopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Midlothian and Montopolis.
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Start on North 8th Street
17 m · 9 sec · North 8th Street
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto North Midlothian Parkway
1485 ft · 45 sec · North Midlothian Parkway
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Take the ramp left toward US 287 South
1884 ft · 45 sec
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Continue on East US Highway 287
4 mi · 5 min · East US Highway 287
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Continue on West US Highway 287
1.5 km · 1 min · West US Highway 287
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Take the exit slight right toward US 287 Business
2191 ft · 1 min
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Continue on West US Highway 287 Business
1.1 mi · 2 min · West US Highway 287 Business
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Continue on West US 287 Business
1.4 km · 1 min · West US 287 Business
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Turn left onto Ovilla Road
842 ft · 17 sec · Ovilla Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 35E South
1048 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
64 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Continue on North Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi · 8 min · North Jack Kultgen Expressway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
37.9 mi · 39 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Keep slight left
52.6 mi · 55 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 Midlothian and Montopolis.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 35E South
Merge slight left
64 mi · 01h 05m
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 Midlothian 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 Midlothian to Montopolis?
The road trip is about 183.4 miles (295.1 km) and usually takes 02h 51m 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?
Lorena is a useful midpoint, sitting about 90 miles from Midlothian and 93.4 miles from Montopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 160.1 miles (257.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.3 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 12:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.45 one way or $48.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Midlothian and Mostly Sunny near Montopolis.
Stop Ideas Near Lorena
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 Lorena.
McGregor
Waco, TX
Temple
Killeen, Texas
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Midlothian and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 160.07 mi (257.6 km).
#1 Midlothian
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 35,146 |
| Coordinates | 32.4823600, -96.9944500 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| 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: 295 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
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 | $24.45 | $48.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.51 | $55.02 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $29.70 | $59.41 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $25.83 | $51.67 |
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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