How far is Montopolis, TX from Flatonia, TX?
The driving distance from Montopolis, TX to Flatonia, TX is about 64.3 miles (103.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.8 miles (83.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 45m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Montopolis and Flatonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis and Flatonia.
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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
30 mi · 33 min · Texas State Highway 71
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Take the exit slight right
960 ft · 26 sec
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Keep slight left
536 ft · 15 sec
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Turn right onto Loop 230
1.5 mi · 2 min · Loop 230
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Continue on Royston Street
1132 ft · 21 sec · Royston Street
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Continue on State Highway 95
26 mi · 39 min · State Highway 95
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Turn right onto West Main Street North
10 m · 1 sec · West Main Street North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montopolis and Flatonia.
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
30 mi · 00h 33m
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 Sunny leaving Montopolis and Mostly Sunny near Flatonia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montopolis to Flatonia?
The road trip is about 64.3 miles (103.5 km) and usually takes 01h 22m 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?
Smithville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.2 miles from Montopolis and 32.1 miles from Flatonia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.8 miles (83.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.5 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 3:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.58 one way or $17.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Montopolis and Mostly Sunny near Flatonia.
Stop Ideas Near Smithville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Smithville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montopolis and Flatonia. Straight-line distance: 51.83 mi (83.42 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 Flatonia
Town in Fayette County, Texas, United States
| Population | 1,453 |
| Coordinates | 29.6877300, -97.1086000 |
| Altitude | 139 |
| Country | United States |
End: Flatonia (-97.1086, 29.68773)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 104 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $8.58 | $17.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.65 | $19.30 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $10.42 | $20.84 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $9.06 | $18.13 |
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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