How far is Montopolis, TX from Ames, TX?
The driving distance from Montopolis, TX to Ames, TX is about 109.6 miles (176.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 88.4 miles (142.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 24m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 12m.
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 Montopolis and Ames.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis and Ames.
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Start on 183 Toll South: Lockhart
67 m · 5 sec
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Merge slight left onto Bergstrom Expressway
1.3 km · 47 sec · Bergstrom Expressway
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Continue on Bastrop Highway
1 mi · 1 min · Bastrop Highway
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Take the exit slight left
42 m · 11 sec
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Turn sharp left onto US Highway 183 South
1.1 mi · 1 min · US Highway 183 South
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Continue on Bergstrom Expressway
6.2 mi · 6 min · Bergstrom Expressway
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Continue straight
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35, Loop 275: Waco, Lamar Boulevard
145 m · 12 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35 South, Loop 275: Lamar Boulevard
1089 ft · 27 sec
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Turn straight onto East Anderson Lane
2997 ft · 1 min · East Anderson Lane
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Turn right onto North Interstate 35
1 mi · 1 min · North Interstate 35
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 35 North
959 ft · 17 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
52.2 mi · 54 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward Central Avenue
1602 ft · 39 sec
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Turn straight onto South I-35 Frontage Road
100 m · 9 sec · South I-35 Frontage Road
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Turn left onto East Central Avenue
1 km · 2 min · East Central Avenue
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Turn right onto North Main Street
2.8 mi · 6 min · North Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 317
4.9 mi · 7 min · State Highway 317
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Turn slight right
986 ft · 36 sec
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Turn straight onto Airport Road
26.9 mi · 36 min · Airport Road
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Continue on South Highway 36 Bypass
4.1 mi · 5 min · South Highway 36 Bypass
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Continue on State Highway 36
4.1 mi · 4 min · State Highway 36
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 36th Division Memorial Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montopolis and Ames.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Purple Heart Trail
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
52.2 mi · 00h 54m
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 Cloudy leaving Montopolis and Partly Sunny near Ames.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montopolis to Ames?
The road trip is about 109.6 miles (176.4 km) and usually takes 02h 12m 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?
Salado is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.9 miles from Montopolis and 54.7 miles from Ames.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 88.4 miles (142.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.62 one way or $29.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Montopolis and Partly Sunny near Ames.
Stop Ideas Near Salado
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montopolis and Ames. Straight-line distance: 88.44 mi (142.33 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Ames
City in Liberty County, Texas, United States
| Population | 1,275 |
| Coordinates | 31.5209900, -97.7794700 |
| Altitude | 281 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ames (-97.77947, 31.52099)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 176 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
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 | $14.62 | $29.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.46 | $32.91 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $17.77 | $35.53 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $15.45 | $30.91 |
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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