How far is Montopolis, TX from Hamlin, TX?

The driving distance from Montopolis, TX to Hamlin, TX is about 269.5 miles (433.7 km), with a travel time of about 05h 07m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 232.1 miles (373.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 14m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
269.51 mi
05h 07m
Flight
232.09 mi
373.52 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
232.09 mi
Kilometers
373.52 km
Flight Time
00h 28m

Driving Distance

Road route
269.51 mi
Kilometers
433.73 km
Drive Time
05h 07m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 05h 07m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hamlin
Thu, Apr 23, 6:20 AM CDT
Return by in Montopolis
Thu, Apr 23, 11:27 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Montopolis
2026-04-23T01:13
Arrive Hamlin
Thu, Apr 23, 6:20 AM CDT
Route Timing
05h 07m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
11:07 AM to 1:07 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
6:46 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Montopolis
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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
Early
TX

City

From Montopolis
134.8 mi
02h 33m
To Hamlin
134.7 mi
02h 33m

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
93°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    1 mi · 1 min · Bastrop Highway

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight left

    42 m · 11 sec

  5. 5

    Turn sharp left onto US Highway 183 South

    1.1 mi · 1 min · US Highway 183 South

  6. 6

    Continue on Bergstrom Expressway

    6.2 mi · 6 min · Bergstrom Expressway

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    14.6 mi · 17 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    14.6 mi · 15 min

  9. 9

    Continue on North US Highway 183

    35.7 mi · 39 min · North US Highway 183

  10. 10

    Continue on South Key Avenue

    2.3 mi · 5 min · South Key Avenue

  11. 11

    Continue on North US Highway 281

    965 ft · 15 sec · North US Highway 281

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on North US Highway 183

    36.9 mi · 40 min · North US Highway 183

  13. 13

    At the end of the road, turn left

    30.4 mi · 35 min

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Early Boulevard

    1.7 mi · 2 min · Early Boulevard

  15. 15

    Continue on East Commerce Street

    22 mi · 25 min · East Commerce Street

  16. 16

    Keep slight right to continue on Wallis Avenue

    9.2 mi · 10 min · Wallis Avenue

  17. 17

    Turn right onto North Neches Street

    34.9 mi · 40 min · North Neches Street

  18. 18

    Continue straight

    24.1 mi · 27 min

  19. 19

    Continue straight

    16.3 mi · 18 min

  20. 20

    Turn slight right onto East Court Plaza

    589 ft · 8 sec · East Court Plaza

  21. 21

    Continue on Commercial Avenue

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Commercial Avenue

  22. 22

    Take the exit slight left

    16 mi · 24 min

  23. 23

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Central Avenue

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
23 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Neches Street
75.3 mi · 28%
North US Highway 183
72.6 mi · 27%
Bergstrom Expressway
36.1 mi · 13%
East Commerce Street
22 mi · 8%
Commercial Avenue
17.4 mi · 6%
Wallis Avenue
9.17 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

North US Highway 183

Keep slight left to continue on North US Highway 183

36.9 mi · 00h 40m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
05h 07m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
10h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+37.4 mi
232.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Early
02h 33m from Montopolis
Leave By
6:46 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Montopolis and Partly Sunny near Hamlin.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 269.5 miles (433.7 km) and usually takes 05h 07m 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?

Early is a useful midpoint, sitting about 134.8 miles from Montopolis and 134.7 miles from Hamlin.

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

The direct path is about 232.1 miles (373.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.4 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 6:46 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.94 one way or $71.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 84.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Montopolis and Partly Sunny near Hamlin.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Montopolis and Hamlin. Straight-line distance: 232.09 mi (373.52 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
Hamlin

#2 Hamlin

City in Fisher County, Texas, United States

Population1,997
Coordinates32.8848300, -100.1264900
Altitude525
CountryUnited States
Start: Montopolis (-97.69056, 30.24327)
End: Hamlin (-100.12649, 32.88483)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 434 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)08h 58m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 44m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 23m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 29m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 51m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 21m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.51 gal
36 L · about $35.94
Round trip
$71.88
19.02 gal · 72 L
Estimated CO2
84.5 kg one way
Round trip: 169 kg / 373 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $35.94 $71.88
Mid-grade $4.25 $40.44 $80.87
Premium $4.59 $43.66 $87.32
Diesel $3.99 $37.97 $75.95

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 Hamlin. The current time is 01:13:12.

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.