How far is Montopolis, TX from Progreso, TX?

The driving distance from Montopolis, TX to Progreso, TX is about 336.6 miles (541.7 km), with a travel time of about 06h 00m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 287.3 miles (462.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 12h 00m 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
336.6 mi
06h 00m
Flight
287.27 mi
462.31 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
287.27 mi
Kilometers
462.31 km
Flight Time
00h 34m

Driving Distance

Road route
336.6 mi
Kilometers
541.71 km
Drive Time
06h 00m

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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 06h 00m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Progreso
Thu, Apr 23, 3:38 AM CDT
Return by in Montopolis
Thu, Apr 23, 9:38 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Montopolis
2026-04-22T21:38
Arrive Progreso
Thu, Apr 23, 3:38 AM CDT
Route Timing
06h 00m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
12:00 PM to 2:00 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
5:00 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
George West
TX

City in Texas, United States

From Montopolis
168.7 mi
03h 00m
To Progreso
168 mi
03h 00m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
81°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph SE
Destination
86°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
7 to 14 mph SE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    11.7 mi · 15 min · Bastrop Highway

  4. 4

    Take the ramp straight toward TX 130 Toll South: Lockhart, San Antonio

    1565 ft · 38 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto Pickle Parkway

    37.4 mi · 33 min · Pickle Parkway

  6. 6

    Keep slight right to continue on I 10 West: San Antonio

    3262 ft · 1 min

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    11.1 mi · 11 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    9.4 mi · 9 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight left

    12 mi · 13 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on Connally Loop

    1.4 mi · 2 min · Connally Loop

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto Connally Loop

    6.7 mi · 7 min · Connally Loop

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward I 37, US 281 North: San Antonio, Corpus Christi

    1184 ft · 29 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on I 37 South: Corpus Christi

    2457 ft · 1 min

  14. 14

    Merge slight left

    60.5 mi · 1 hr 1 min

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward US 281 South

    15.2 mi · 19 min

  16. 16

    Keep slight left to continue on South Nueces Street

    66.2 mi · 1 hr 10 min · South Nueces Street

  17. 17

    Keep slight left

    9.5 mi · 10 min

  18. 18

    Keep slight left to continue on Falfurrias Expressway

    55.8 mi · 59 min · Falfurrias Expressway

  19. 19

    Keep slight left

    18.4 mi · 20 min

  20. 20

    Merge slight left

    2577 ft · 34 sec

  21. 21

    Continue straight

    12.3 mi · 14 min

  22. 22

    Take the exit slight right toward FM 1015: International Boulevard

    1786 ft · 44 sec

  23. 23

    Turn straight onto East Expressway 83

    1.3 km · 1 min · East Expressway 83

  24. 24

    Turn right onto International Boulevard

    3.4 mi · 5 min · International Boulevard

  25. 25

    Continue on International Boulevard

    1.4 mi · 4 min · International Boulevard

  26. 26

    Turn left onto East Palm Avenue

    131 m · 19 sec · East Palm Avenue

  27. 27

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Palm Avenue

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Long-distance drive

This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.

Directions
27 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
10
6 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Falfurrias Expressway
87 mi · 26%
South Nueces Street
75.7 mi · 22%
I 37 South
60.9 mi · 18%
Pickle Parkway
37.4 mi · 11%
I 10 West
33.2 mi · 10%
US 281 South
15.2 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

South Nueces Street

Keep slight left to continue on South Nueces Street

66.2 mi · 01h 10m

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
06h 00m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
12h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+49.3 mi
287.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
George West
03h 00m from Montopolis
Leave By
5:00 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Montopolis and Mostly Sunny near Progreso.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 336.6 miles (541.7 km) and usually takes 06h 00m 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?

George West is a useful midpoint, sitting about 168.7 miles from Montopolis and 168 miles from Progreso.

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

The direct path is about 287.3 miles (462.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 49.3 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 5:00 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $44.89 one way or $89.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 105.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Montopolis and Mostly Sunny near Progreso.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Montopolis and Progreso. Straight-line distance: 287.27 mi (462.31 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
Progreso

#2 Progreso

City in Hidalgo County, Texas

Population5,979
Coordinates26.0923000, -97.9572200
Altitude21
CountryUnited States
Start: Montopolis (-97.69056, 30.24327)
End: Progreso (-97.95722, 26.0923)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 542 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)11h 12m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)08h 24m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)06h 43m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)05h 36m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 48m
80 mph (129 km/h)04h 11m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
11.88 gal
44.96 L · about $44.89
Round trip
$89.79
23.76 gal · 89.92 L
Estimated CO2
105.6 kg one way
Round trip: 211.2 kg / 466 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $44.89 $89.79
Mid-grade $4.25 $50.51 $101.03
Premium $4.59 $54.54 $109.08
Diesel $3.99 $47.44 $94.87

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 Progreso. The current time is 21:38:25.

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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.