How far is Montopolis, TX from Meadows Place, TX?
The driving distance from Montopolis, TX to Meadows Place, TX is about 152 miles (244.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 132.4 miles (213 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 40m 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 02h 50m.
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City in Colorado County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis and Meadows Place.
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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
125.5 mi · 2 hr 12 min · Texas State Highway 71
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 99 Toll North, TX 99 South: Grand Parkway
2346 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on TX 99 South: Grand Parkway
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto West Grand Parkway South
10.6 mi · 13 min · West Grand Parkway South
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Take the exit slight right toward West Airport Boulevard
943 ft · 23 sec
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Turn straight onto West Grand Parkway South Frontage Road
1229 ft · 26 sec · West Grand Parkway South Frontage Road
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Turn left onto West Airport Boulevard
7.7 mi · 15 min · West Airport Boulevard
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Turn left onto Amblewood Drive
1344 ft · 1 min · Amblewood Drive
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Turn right onto Dorrance Lane
7 m · 1 sec · Dorrance Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dorrance Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montopolis and Meadows Place.
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
126 mi · 02h 12m
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 Cloudy leaving Montopolis and Mostly Cloudy near Meadows Place.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montopolis to Meadows Place?
The road trip is about 152 miles (244.6 km) and usually takes 02h 50m 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?
Columbus is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.9 miles from Montopolis and 76.1 miles from Meadows Place.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 132.4 miles (213 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.6 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 12:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.26 one way or $40.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Montopolis and Mostly Cloudy near Meadows Place.
Stop Ideas Near Columbus
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montopolis and Meadows Place. Straight-line distance: 132.35 mi (213 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 Meadows Place
City in Fort Bend County, Texas, United States
| Population | 4,813 |
| Coordinates | 29.6513400, -95.5880000 |
| Altitude | 26 |
| Country | United States |
End: Meadows Place (-95.588, 29.65134)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 245 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 53m |
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 | $20.26 | $40.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.79 | $45.58 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $24.61 | $49.22 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $21.40 | $42.80 |
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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