How far is Montopolis, TX from Runge, TX?

The driving distance from Montopolis, TX to Runge, TX is about 101.7 miles (163.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 02m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 94 miles (151.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 04m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
101.69 mi
02h 02m
Flight
93.98 mi
151.24 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
93.98 mi
Kilometers
151.24 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
101.69 mi
Kilometers
163.65 km
Drive Time
02h 02m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 02m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Runge
Thu, Apr 23, 1:36 AM CDT
Return by in Montopolis
Thu, Apr 23, 3:38 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Montopolis
2026-04-22T23:34
Arrive Runge
Thu, Apr 23, 1:36 AM CDT
Route Timing
02h 02m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:02 AM to 12:02 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:26 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Montopolis
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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
Luling
TX

City in Guadalupe County, Texas, USA

From Montopolis
51 mi
01h 01m
To Runge
50.7 mi
01h 01m

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
82°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph SE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    9.8 mi · 9 min · Pickle Parkway

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward US 183 South: Lockhart

    1219 ft · 30 sec

  7. 7

    Continue on United States Highway 183

    2699 ft · 35 sec · United States Highway 183

  8. 8

    Continue on North Colorado Street

    4.9 mi · 9 min · North Colorado Street

  9. 9

    Continue on US 183

    10.1 mi · 12 min · US 183

  10. 10

    Continue on North Magnolia Avenue

    4.2 mi · 7 min · North Magnolia Avenue

  11. 11

    Continue straight

    49.8 mi · 55 min

  12. 12

    Turn left

    9.2 mi · 14 min

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Helena Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
13 steps
1 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Magnolia Avenue
54 mi · 53%
Bastrop Highway
11.7 mi · 12%
US 183
10.1 mi · 10%
Pickle Parkway
9.8 mi · 10%
North Colorado Street
4.93 mi · 5%
Bergstrom Expressway
0.79 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

North Magnolia Avenue

Continue straight

49.8 mi · 00h 55m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 02m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 04m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.7 mi
94 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Luling
01h 01m from Montopolis
Leave By
2:26 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Montopolis and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Runge.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 101.7 miles (163.7 km) and usually takes 02h 02m 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?

Luling is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51 miles from Montopolis and 50.7 miles from Runge.

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

The direct path is about 94 miles (151.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.7 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 2:26 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.57 one way or $27.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Montopolis and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Runge.

Stop Ideas Near Luling

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Luling, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Luling.

RAIL

San Marcos Station

36 mi away
338 South Guadalupe St.
RAIL

Austin

66 mi away
250 North Lamar Blvd.
RAIL

San Antonio Station

85 mi away
350 Hoefgen Street
RAIL

Taylor

101 mi away
118 East First St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Montopolis and Runge. Straight-line distance: 93.98 mi (151.24 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
Runge

#2 Runge

Town of the United States

Population1,166
Coordinates28.8833100, -97.7130500
Altitude94
CountryUnited States
Start: Montopolis (-97.69056, 30.24327)
End: Runge (-97.71305, 28.88331)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 164 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 23m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 32m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 02m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 41m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 27m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 16m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.59 gal
13.58 L · about $13.57
Round trip
$27.13
7.18 gal · 27.16 L
Estimated CO2
31.9 kg one way
Round trip: 63.8 kg / 141 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $13.57 $27.13
Mid-grade $4.25 $15.26 $30.53
Premium $4.59 $16.48 $32.96
Diesel $3.99 $14.33 $28.67

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 Runge. The current time is 23:34:10.

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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.