How far is Monte Alto, TX from San Antonio, TX?
The driving distance from Monte Alto, TX to San Antonio, TX is about 230.4 miles (370.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 213.2 miles (343.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 34m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
Patchy Fog
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Monte Alto and San Antonio.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monte Alto and San Antonio.
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Start on Lackland Street
907 ft · 42 sec · Lackland Street
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Turn right
1.1 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto FM 2812
3.5 mi · 5 min · FM 2812
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Turn left onto La Blanca Road
2632 ft · 55 sec · La Blanca Road
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Turn right
7.3 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto North Expressway 281
1644 ft · 33 sec · North Expressway 281
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 69C North, US 281 North
1426 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
65.7 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Keep slight right
70.2 mi · 1 hr 20 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Nueces Street
14.7 mi · 19 min · Nueces Street
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Continue straight
1199 ft · 16 sec
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Take the exit straight
68.8 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Commerce Street, Downtown, The Alamo
1358 ft · 33 sec
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Turn straight onto Interstate 37 South
116 m · 12 sec · Interstate 37 South
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Turn left onto East Commerce Street
1.4 km · 2 min · East Commerce Street
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Turn left onto Military Plaza
119 m · 16 sec · Military Plaza
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Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
100 m · 8 sec · Dolorosa Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dolorosa Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Monte Alto and San Antonio.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 69C North
Keep slight right
70.2 mi · 01h 20m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Monte Alto and Patchy Fog near San Antonio.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Monte Alto to San Antonio?
The road trip is about 230.4 miles (370.8 km) and usually takes 03h 34m 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?
Alice is a useful midpoint, sitting about 117.1 miles from Monte Alto and 113.2 miles from San Antonio.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 213.2 miles (343.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.2 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:52 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.37 one way or $56.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 72.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Monte Alto and Patchy Fog near San Antonio.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Monte Alto and San Antonio. Straight-line distance: 213.2 mi (343.11 km).
#1 Monte Alto
Monte Alto is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 26.3731200, -97.9716700 |
| Altitude | 16 |
| Country | United States |
#2 San Antonio
The seventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Antonio metropolitan area.
| Population | 1,567,118 |
| Coordinates | 29.4241200, -98.4936300 |
| Altitude | 198 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dolorosa Street (-98.493645, 29.424163)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 371 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 52m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.49 | $28.37 | $56.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.00 | $32.50 | $64.99 |
| Premium | $4.38 | $35.57 | $71.14 |
| Diesel | $5.60 | $45.56 | $91.12 |
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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