How far is Montopolis, TX from Monahans, TX?
The driving distance from Montopolis, TX to Monahans, TX is about 389.2 miles (626.3 km), with a travel time of about 07h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 322.1 miles (518.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 14h 06m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Montopolis and Monahans.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis and Monahans.
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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
169.9 mi · 2 hr 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 190, FM 305: Iraan, McCamey
1195 ft · 29 sec
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Continue on I 10 Service Road
656 ft · 19 sec · I 10 Service Road
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Turn right
4 mi · 6 min
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Turn left onto Farm to Market Road 305
18.1 mi · 27 min · Farm to Market Road 305
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Continue on South Burleson Avenue
2.3 mi · 3 min · South Burleson Avenue
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Continue straight
20.1 mi · 23 min
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Turn left onto West 6th Street
5.8 mi · 9 min · West 6th Street
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Turn right
25.4 mi · 25 min
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Turn left onto Interstate Highway 20 Service Drive
684 ft · 19 sec · Interstate Highway 20 Service Drive
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Continue on East Interstate 20 State Route North
1611 ft · 44 sec · East Interstate 20 State Route North
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 West: El Paso
656 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left
16.8 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 20 Business West: Monahans
665 ft · 11 sec
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Continue on East Sealy Avenue
707 ft · 12 sec · East Sealy Avenue
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Continue on East Interstate 20
3 mi · 5 min · East Interstate 20
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Turn left onto South Main Avenue
54 m · 9 sec · South Main Avenue
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Turn left
32 m · 8 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montopolis and Monahans.
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
170 mi · 02h 39m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Montopolis and Sunny near Monahans.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montopolis to Monahans?
The road trip is about 389.2 miles (626.3 km) and usually takes 07h 03m 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 194.5 miles from Montopolis and 194.7 miles from Monahans.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 322.1 miles (518.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 67.1 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 $51.89 one way or $103.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 122 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Montopolis and Sunny near Monahans.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montopolis and Monahans. Straight-line distance: 322.13 mi (518.42 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 Monahans
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 7,857 |
| Coordinates | 31.5943000, -102.8926500 |
| Altitude | 799 |
| Country | United States |
End: Monahans (-102.89265, 31.5943)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 626 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 51m |
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 | $51.89 | $103.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $58.38 | $116.76 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $63.03 | $126.07 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $54.82 | $109.65 |
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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