How far is Montopolis, TX from Van Horn, TX?
The driving distance from Montopolis, TX to Van Horn, TX is about 460.3 miles (740.8 km), with a travel time of about 07h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 427.9 miles (688.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 15h 27m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 07h 43m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Montopolis and Van Horn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis and Van Horn.
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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
336.6 mi · 5 hr 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10 Business
1258 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right onto Ross Drive
911 ft · 19 sec · Ross Drive
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Continue on East Broadway Street
1 km · 1 min · East Broadway Street
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Turn right onto La Caverna Street
47 m · 3 sec · La Caverna Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · La Caverna Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montopolis and Van Horn.
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
337 mi · 05h 16m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Montopolis and Sunny near Van Horn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montopolis to Van Horn?
The road trip is about 460.3 miles (740.8 km) and usually takes 07h 43m 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?
Ozona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 229.8 miles from Montopolis and 230.5 miles from Van Horn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 427.9 miles (688.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.4 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 $61.37 one way or $122.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 144.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Montopolis and Sunny near Van Horn.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montopolis and Van Horn. Straight-line distance: 427.93 mi (688.69 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 Van Horn
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,856 |
| Coordinates | 31.0402900, -104.8307300 |
| Altitude | 1232 |
| Country | United States |
End: Van Horn (-104.83073, 31.04029)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 741 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 15h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 09h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 44m |
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 | $61.37 | $122.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $69.05 | $138.10 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $74.56 | $149.12 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $64.85 | $129.69 |
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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