How far is Montopolis, TX from Sparks, TX?
The driving distance from Montopolis, TX to Sparks, TX is about 69.8 miles (112.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.3 miles (82.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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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 01h 18m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
The most populous city in Williamson County, Texas.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Montopolis and Sparks.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis and Sparks.
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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
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35, Loop 275: Waco, Lamar Boulevard
145 m · 12 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 35 South, Loop 275: Lamar Boulevard
1089 ft · 27 sec
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Turn straight onto East Anderson Lane
2997 ft · 1 min · East Anderson Lane
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Turn right onto North Interstate 35
1 mi · 1 min · North Interstate 35
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 35 North
959 ft · 17 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
41.5 mi · 44 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 2268, FM 2843: Holland, Florence
1637 ft · 32 sec
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Continue on South I-35 Frontage Road
1.3 km · 1 min · South I-35 Frontage Road
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Turn right onto FM 2268
8.6 mi · 10 min · FM 2268
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Continue on Josephine Street
3049 ft · 1 min · Josephine Street
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Turn right onto North Austin Street
116 m · 16 sec · North Austin Street
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Turn left onto West Travis Street
986 ft · 33 sec · West Travis Street
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Turn left onto North Franklin Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Franklin Street
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Continue on State Highway 95
3.2 mi · 3 min · State Highway 95
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Highway 95
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montopolis and Sparks.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Purple Heart Trail
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
41.5 mi · 00h 44m
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.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Montopolis and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Sparks.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montopolis to Sparks?
The road trip is about 69.8 miles (112.4 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?
Georgetown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35 miles from Montopolis and 34.9 miles from Sparks.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.3 miles (82.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.5 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:52 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.53 one way or $17.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around Montopolis and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Sparks.
Stop Ideas Near Georgetown
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 Georgetown.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montopolis and Sparks. Straight-line distance: 51.28 mi (82.52 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 Sparks
Sparks is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.9285200, -97.3597200 |
| Altitude | 143 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sparks (-97.35972, 30.92852)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 112 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $3.47 | $8.53 | $17.07 |
| Mid-grade | $3.96 | $9.73 | $19.47 |
| Premium | $4.34 | $10.67 | $21.34 |
| Diesel | $5.58 | $13.73 | $27.46 |
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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