How far is Montopolis, TX from Bellaire, TX?
The driving distance from Montopolis, TX to Bellaire, TX is about 157.1 miles (252.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 138.6 miles (223.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 42m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 51m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Colorado County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Montopolis and Bellaire.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis and Bellaire.
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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
2119 ft · 26 sec · Bastrop Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward TX 71 East: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
2541 ft · 1 min
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Continue on East State Highway 71
2.2 mi · 3 min · East State Highway 71
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Turn straight onto Bastrop Freeway
1.9 mi · 2 min · Bastrop Freeway
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Continue on East State Highway 71
2388 ft · 29 sec · East State Highway 71
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Continue on Texas State Highway 71
137 mi · 2 hr 25 min · Texas State Highway 71
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Take the exit slight left toward I 10 Toll: Katy Tollway
1548 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left onto Katy Tollway
3.2 mi · 4 min · Katy Tollway
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Take the exit slight right
1092 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight right onto Katy Freeway
4.4 mi · 6 min · Katy Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 610
891 ft · 22 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 610 South
2723 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto West Loop North
4.6 mi · 6 min · West Loop North
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Take the exit slight right toward Bellaire Boulevard, Evergreen Street
1272 ft · 31 sec
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Turn straight onto West Loop South Frontage Road
591 ft · 15 sec · West Loop South Frontage Road
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Turn left onto Bellaire Boulevard
107 m · 21 sec · Bellaire Boulevard
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Turn left onto West Loop South Frontage Road
8 m · 1 sec · West Loop South Frontage Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Loop South Frontage Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montopolis and Bellaire.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Texas State Highway 71
Continue on Texas State Highway 71
137 mi · 02h 25m
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 Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bellaire.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montopolis to Bellaire?
The road trip is about 157.1 miles (252.8 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?
Columbus is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78.5 miles from Montopolis and 78.6 miles from Bellaire.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 138.6 miles (223.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.5 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 12:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.94 one way or $41.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Montopolis and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bellaire.
Stop Ideas Near Columbus
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montopolis and Bellaire. Straight-line distance: 138.63 mi (223.11 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 Bellaire
Village in Belmont County, Ohio, United States
| Population | 18,906 |
| Coordinates | 29.7057900, -95.4588300 |
| Altitude | 16 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bellaire (-95.45883, 29.70579)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 253 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
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 | $20.94 | $41.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.56 | $47.11 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $25.43 | $50.87 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $22.12 | $44.24 |
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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