How far is Montopolis, TX from Fort Davis, TX?

The estimated driving distance from Montopolis, TX to Fort Davis, TX is about 437.1 miles (703.4 km), with a travel time of about 07h 39m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 370.4 miles (596.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 15h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT.
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Road
437.05 mi
07h 39m · estimated
Flight
370.39 mi
596.08 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
370.39 mi
Kilometers
596.08 km
Flight Time
00h 44m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
437.05 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
703.37 km
Drive Time
07h 39m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fort Davis
Sat, Apr 11, 7:30 AM CDT
Return by in Montopolis
Sat, Apr 11, 3:10 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Montopolis
2026-04-10T23:50
Arrive Fort Davis
Sat, Apr 11, 7:30 AM CDT
Route Timing
07h 39m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT
Treat this as a longer travel day
Arrive between
1:40 PM to 3:10 PM CDT

Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.

Leave by
8:40 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 08h 00m at the destination.
Back in Montopolis
8:00 PM CDT
Overnight-style route

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
Sonora
TX

City in Texas

From Montopolis
185.2 mi
03h 49m
To Fort Davis
251.8 mi
03h 49m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
80°F
Friday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph ESE
Destination
77°F
Friday

Mostly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 1:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph S

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Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis and Fort Davis.

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Route Summary

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

Trip Read

Better with a longer stop

This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.

Drive Time
07h 39m
Overnight route
Same-Day Return
15h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+66.7 mi
370.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Sonora
03h 49m from Montopolis
Leave By
8:40 PM CDT
Overnight-style route
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Montopolis and Mostly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Davis.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Montopolis to Fort Davis?

The road trip is about 437.1 miles (703.4 km) and usually takes 07h 39m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Sonora is a useful midpoint, sitting about 185.2 miles from Montopolis and 251.8 miles from Fort Davis.

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

The direct path is about 370.4 miles (596.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 66.7 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $58.27 one way or $116.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 137 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Montopolis and Mostly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Davis.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Montopolis and Fort Davis. Straight-line distance: 370.39 mi (596.08 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
Fort Davis

#2 Fort Davis

Census-designated place (CDP) in Jeff Davis County, Texas, United States

Population1,201
Coordinates30.5882100, -103.8946300
Altitude1491
CountryUnited States
Start: Montopolis (-97.69056, 30.24327)
End: Fort Davis (-103.89463, 30.58821)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 703 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)14h 33m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)10h 55m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)08h 44m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)07h 17m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)06h 14m
80 mph (129 km/h)05h 27m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
15.42 gal
58.38 L · about $58.27
Round trip
$116.54
30.84 gal · 116.76 L
Estimated CO2
137 kg one way
Round trip: 274.1 kg / 604 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $58.27 $116.54
Mid-grade $4.25 $65.57 $131.13
Premium $4.59 $70.79 $141.59
Diesel $3.99 $61.57 $123.14

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 11, 2026

There is no time difference between Montopolis and Fort Davis. The current time is 23:50:37.

Distance to Other Cities

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