How far is Montopolis, TX from Ranger, TX?
The driving distance from Montopolis, TX to Ranger, TX is about 203.1 miles (326.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 164.5 miles (264.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 57m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 58m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Montopolis and Ranger.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis and Ranger.
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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
1 mi · 1 min · Bastrop Highway
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Take the exit slight left
42 m · 11 sec
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Turn sharp left onto US Highway 183 South
1.1 mi · 1 min · US Highway 183 South
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Continue on Bergstrom Expressway
6.2 mi · 6 min · Bergstrom Expressway
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Continue straight
14.6 mi · 17 min
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Continue straight
14.6 mi · 15 min
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Continue on North US Highway 183
35.7 mi · 39 min · North US Highway 183
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Continue on South Key Avenue
2.3 mi · 5 min · South Key Avenue
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Continue on North US Highway 281
965 ft · 15 sec · North US Highway 281
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Keep slight right to continue on North US Highway 281
42.9 mi · 49 min · North US Highway 281
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Continue on South Rice Street
2.3 mi · 3 min · South Rice Street
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Continue on North US Highway 281
19 mi · 20 min · North US Highway 281
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Continue on South Walnut Street
2995 ft · 43 sec · South Walnut Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North 2nd Street
2039 ft · 26 sec · North 2nd Street
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Continue on North US Highway 281
17.3 mi · 20 min · North US Highway 281
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Turn left onto South State Highway 108
1.2 km · 1 min · South State Highway 108
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Continue on South Graham Avenue
3201 ft · 1 min · South Graham Avenue
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Continue on South Graham Street
1.7 mi · 4 min · South Graham Street
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Continue on North State Highway 108
22.3 mi · 33 min · North State Highway 108
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Turn left onto West Interstate 20
1009 ft · 28 sec · West Interstate 20
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 West: Abilene
751 ft · 18 sec
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Merge slight left
14.8 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Loop 254 West: Ranger
2638 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight onto Loop 254 East
3.1 mi · 5 min · Loop 254 East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Loop 254 East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montopolis and Ranger.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
North US Highway 281
Keep slight right to continue on North US Highway 281
42.9 mi · 00h 49m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Montopolis and Sunny near Ranger.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montopolis to Ranger?
The road trip is about 203.1 miles (326.8 km) and usually takes 03h 58m 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?
Evant is a useful midpoint, sitting about 101.7 miles from Montopolis and 101.3 miles from Ranger.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 164.5 miles (264.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:02 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.06 one way or $54.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Montopolis and Sunny near Ranger.
Stop Ideas Near Evant
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 Evant.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montopolis and Ranger. Straight-line distance: 164.52 mi (264.77 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 Ranger
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 2,354 |
| Coordinates | 32.4698500, -98.6789500 |
| Altitude | 438 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ranger (-98.67895, 32.46985)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 327 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 31m |
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 | $27.06 | $54.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $30.44 | $60.89 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $32.87 | $65.74 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $28.59 | $57.18 |
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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