How far is Montopolis, TX from Fort Stockton, TX?
The driving distance from Montopolis, TX to Fort Stockton, TX is about 340.9 miles (548.7 km), with a travel time of about 05h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 311.9 miles (502 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 52m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Montopolis and Fort Stockton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis and Fort Stockton.
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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
1084 ft · 14 sec · Bastrop Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward 183 Toll: Ben White Boulevard
1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight right
6.5 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left
6.1 mi · 7 min
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Continue on West US Highway 290 Frontage Rd
136 m · 6 sec · West US Highway 290 Frontage Rd
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Continue on West US 290 Frontage Rd
1525 ft · 24 sec · West US 290 Frontage Rd
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Turn straight onto West US 290 Bypass Lanes
2551 ft · 33 sec · West US 290 Bypass Lanes
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Continue on West US Highway 290
115 m · 5 sec · West US Highway 290
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Continue on West US Highway 290
30.4 mi · 37 min · West US Highway 290
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Merge slight left onto South US Highway 281
5.4 mi · 6 min · South US Highway 281
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · East Main Street
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Continue on West US Highway 290
27.2 mi · 31 min · West US Highway 290
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Continue on East Main Street
3.5 mi · 7 min · East Main Street
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Continue on West US Highway 290
39 mi · 43 min · West US Highway 290
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Take the exit straight toward I 10 West: Fort Stockton
2748 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
215.9 mi · 3 hr 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10 Business Loop West, US 385 South: Fort Stockton, Marathon
2143 ft · 57 sec
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Turn left onto East US Highway 290
1.3 km · 57 sec · East US Highway 290
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Continue on East Dickinson Boulevard
1.1 mi · 1 min · East Dickinson Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Main Street
75 m · 10 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto West 10th Street
17 m · 2 sec · West 10th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 10th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montopolis and Fort Stockton.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 10 West
Merge slight left
216 mi · 03h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Montopolis and Sunny near Fort Stockton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montopolis to Fort Stockton?
The road trip is about 340.9 miles (548.7 km) and usually takes 05h 52m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Junction is a useful midpoint, sitting about 170.3 miles from Montopolis and 170.7 miles from Fort Stockton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 311.9 miles (502 km), while the road route adds roughly 29 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 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:16 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $45.46 one way or $90.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 106.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Montopolis and Sunny near Fort Stockton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montopolis and Fort Stockton. Straight-line distance: 311.91 mi (501.97 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 Fort Stockton
City in Texas
| Population | 8,373 |
| Coordinates | 30.8940400, -102.8793200 |
| Altitude | 906 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fort Stockton (-102.87932, 30.89404)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 549 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 15m |
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 | $45.46 | $90.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $51.15 | $102.30 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $55.23 | $110.46 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $48.04 | $96.07 |
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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