How far is Montopolis, TX from Bulverde, TX?

The driving distance from Montopolis, TX to Bulverde, TX is about 72.3 miles (116.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 57.2 miles (92.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 05m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
72.26 mi
01h 32m
Flight
57.21 mi
92.07 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
57.21 mi
Kilometers
92.07 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
72.26 mi
Kilometers
116.29 km
Drive Time
01h 32m

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 32m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bulverde
Thu, Apr 23, 8:09 AM CDT
Return by in Montopolis
Thu, Apr 23, 9:42 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Montopolis
2026-04-23T06:36
Arrive Bulverde
Thu, Apr 23, 8:09 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 32m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:33 AM to 11:33 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:24 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Montopolis
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
San Marcos
TX

The most populous city in Hays County, Texas.

From Montopolis
36.2 mi
00h 46m
To Bulverde
36.1 mi
00h 46m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85°F
Thursday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S
Destination
83°F
Thursday

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Montopolis and Bulverde.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis and Bulverde.

  1. 1

    Start on 183 Toll South: Lockhart

    67 m · 5 sec

  2. 2

    Merge slight left onto Bergstrom Expressway

    1.3 km · 47 sec · Bergstrom Expressway

  3. 3

    Continue on Bastrop Highway

    1084 ft · 14 sec · Bastrop Highway

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight left toward 183 Toll: Ben White Boulevard

    1 mi · 2 min

  5. 5

    Merge slight right

    3.1 mi · 3 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward I 35 South, I 35 North, US 290 East: San Antonio, Waco

    2116 ft · 52 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I 35 South: San Antonio

    1.5 km · 2 min

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail

    42.6 mi · 46 min · Purple Heart Trail

  9. 9

    Continue on Interstate Highway 35

    1615 ft · 20 sec · Interstate Highway 35

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward Walnut Avenue

    895 ft · 22 sec

  11. 11

    Turn straight onto Interstate 35 South

    1311 ft · 30 sec · Interstate 35 South

  12. 12

    Turn right onto South Walnut Avenue

    2.8 mi · 6 min · South Walnut Avenue

  13. 13

    Continue on State Highway 46 West

    1.5 mi · 2 min · State Highway 46 West

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Farm-to-Market Road 1863

    17.1 mi · 26 min · Farm-to-Market Road 1863

  15. 15

    Continue on Bulverde Road

    1.2 mi · 3 min · Bulverde Road

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Bulverde Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Montopolis and Bulverde.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
16 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
3 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
22.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Purple Heart Trail
42.6 mi · 59%
Farm-to-Market Road 1863
17.1 mi · 24%
183 Toll
4.06 mi · 6%
South Walnut Avenue
2.77 mi · 4%
State Highway 46 West
1.45 mi · 2%
I 35 South
1.36 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Purple Heart Trail

Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail

42.6 mi · 00h 46m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 32m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15.1 mi
57.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
San Marcos
00h 46m from Montopolis
Leave By
3:24 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Montopolis and Mostly Cloudy near Bulverde.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Montopolis to Bulverde?

The road trip is about 72.3 miles (116.3 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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?

San Marcos is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.2 miles from Montopolis and 36.1 miles from Bulverde.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 57.2 miles (92.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.1 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 3:24 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.64 one way or $19.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Montopolis and Mostly Cloudy near Bulverde.

Stop Ideas Near San Marcos

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around San Marcos and the surrounding midpoint area.
New Braunfels Parks and Recreation
Scenic stop 12.5 mi away

New Braunfels Parks and Recreation

New Braunfels , TX
110 Golf Course Rd, New Braunfels, TX 78130
Rating 4.1/5 29 reviews City government office,Park,Skateboard park
New Braunfels City Hall
Meeting point 13.2 mi away

New Braunfels City Hall

New Braunfels , TX
550 Landa St, New Braunfels, TX 78130
Rating 3.7/5 3 reviews City government office
Comal County Courthouse(Gerichtsgebäude)
Nearby stop 12.4 mi away

Comal County Courthouse(Gerichtsgebäude)

New Braunfels , TX
100 N Seguin Ave, New Braunfels, TX 78130
Rating 2.6/5 11 reviews Courthouse

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to San Marcos.

RAIL

San Marcos Station

1 mi away
338 South Guadalupe St.
RAIL

Austin

46 mi away
250 North Lamar Blvd.
RAIL

San Antonio Station

73 mi away
350 Hoefgen Street
RAIL

Taylor

92 mi away
118 East First St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Montopolis and Bulverde. Straight-line distance: 57.21 mi (92.07 km).

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#1 Montopolis

This Travis County community, situated at an elevation of 469 feet, is known for its Colorado River industrial areas.

Population912,791
Coordinates30.2432700, -97.6905600
Altitude143
CountryUnited States
Bulverde

#2 Bulverde

City in Comal County, Texas, United States

Population5,509
Coordinates29.7438300, -98.4530700
Altitude333
CountryUnited States
Start: Montopolis (-97.69056, 30.24327)
End: Bulverde (-98.45307, 29.74383)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 116 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 24m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 48m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 26m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 12m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 01m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 54m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.55 gal
9.65 L · about $9.64
Round trip
$19.27
5.1 gal · 19.3 L
Estimated CO2
22.7 kg one way
Round trip: 45.3 kg / 100 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $9.64 $19.27
Mid-grade $4.25 $10.84 $21.69
Premium $4.59 $11.71 $23.41
Diesel $3.99 $10.18 $20.36

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Texas · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Montopolis and Bulverde. The current time is 06:36:10.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.