How far is Montopolis, TX from Hudson Bend, TX?
The driving distance from Montopolis, TX to Hudson Bend, TX is about 29.6 miles (47.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 18.6 miles (30 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Montopolis and Hudson Bend.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis and Hudson Bend.
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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
4.9 mi · 6 min
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Turn slight right onto West Highway 71
7.1 mi · 10 min · West Highway 71
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Turn right onto Ranch Road 620 South
7.6 mi · 11 min · Ranch Road 620 South
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Turn left onto Hudson Bend Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Hudson Bend Road
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Turn right onto La Hacienda Drive
43 m · 6 sec · La Hacienda Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · La Hacienda Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montopolis and Hudson Bend.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Ranch Road 620 South
Turn right onto Ranch Road 620 South
7.62 mi · 00h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Montopolis and Mostly Cloudy near Hudson Bend.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montopolis to Hudson Bend?
The road trip is about 29.6 miles (47.7 km) and usually takes 00h 40m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Barton Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.9 miles from Montopolis and 14.8 miles from Hudson Bend.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.6 miles (30 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.97 one way or $7.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Montopolis and Mostly Cloudy near Hudson Bend.
Stop Ideas Near Barton Creek
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 Barton Creek.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montopolis and Hudson Bend. Straight-line distance: 18.62 mi (29.97 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 Hudson Bend
Census designated place
| Population | 2,981 |
| Coordinates | 30.4171400, -97.9291800 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hudson Bend (-97.92918, 30.41714)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $3.97 | $7.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.46 | $8.93 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $4.82 | $9.64 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $4.19 | $8.39 |
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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