How far is Montopolis, TX from Buchanan Dam, TX?
The driving distance from Montopolis, TX to Buchanan Dam, TX is about 74.2 miles (119.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 55.9 miles (89.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 58m 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 01h 29m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Williamson County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Montopolis and Buchanan Dam.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis and Buchanan Dam.
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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
14.6 mi · 17 min
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Continue straight
13.6 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right
1547 ft · 38 sec
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Turn straight onto North US Highway 183
1244 ft · 22 sec · North US Highway 183
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Turn left onto West State Highway 29
21.7 mi · 28 min · West State Highway 29
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Continue on East Polk Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · East Polk Street
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Continue on Buchanan Drive
1.9 mi · 3 min · Buchanan Drive
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Continue on TX 29
10.9 mi · 13 min · TX 29
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Turn right onto Island Lodges Drive
43 m · 6 sec · Island Lodges Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Island Lodges Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montopolis and Buchanan Dam.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
West State Highway 29
Turn left onto West State Highway 29
21.7 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Montopolis and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Buchanan Dam.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montopolis to Buchanan Dam?
The road trip is about 74.2 miles (119.4 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Liberty Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.1 miles from Montopolis and 37.1 miles from Buchanan Dam.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 55.9 miles (89.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.3 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 3:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.90 one way or $19.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around Montopolis and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Buchanan Dam.
Stop Ideas Near Liberty Hill
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 Buchanan Dam. Straight-line distance: 55.87 mi (89.92 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 Buchanan Dam
Place in Texas
| Population | 1,519 |
| Coordinates | 30.7399000, -98.4311400 |
| Altitude | 318 |
| Country | United States |
End: Buchanan Dam (-98.43114, 30.7399)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 119 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
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 | $9.90 | $19.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.14 | $22.28 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $12.03 | $24.06 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $10.46 | $20.92 |
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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