How far is Oak Trail Shores, TX from Montopolis, TX?
The driving distance from Oak Trail Shores, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 184.2 miles (296.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 155.4 miles (250.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 26m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 13m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Oak Trail Shores and Montopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oak Trail Shores and Montopolis.
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Start on Blackjack Lane
1009 ft · 45 sec · Blackjack Lane
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Turn left onto Green Oak Drive
95 m · 15 sec · Green Oak Drive
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Turn right onto West Oak Trail
1.1 mi · 3 min · West Oak Trail
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Turn right onto Oak Trail Drive
2322 ft · 1 min · Oak Trail Drive
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Turn left onto Lipan Highway
1.1 mi · 2 min · Lipan Highway
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Turn right
2.6 mi · 3 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West US Highway 377
26.4 mi · 30 min · West US Highway 377
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Continue on East South Loop
1.1 km · 1 min · East South Loop
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Turn left onto East Road
1758 ft · 25 sec · East Road
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Continue on South US Highway 281
18 mi · 20 min · South US Highway 281
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Continue on North 2nd Street
2039 ft · 29 sec · North 2nd Street
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Turn right onto North Walnut Street
2995 ft · 39 sec · North Walnut Street
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Turn straight onto North US Highway 281
19 mi · 20 min · North US Highway 281
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Continue on North Rice Street
2.3 mi · 3 min · North Rice Street
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Continue on South US Highway 281
43.1 mi · 49 min · South US Highway 281
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Continue on North Key Avenue
2.3 mi · 5 min · North Key Avenue
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Continue on South US Highway 183
35.3 mi · 38 min · South US Highway 183
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Continue straight
2151 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on 183A Toll Road
14.3 mi · 14 min · 183A Toll Road
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Continue straight
14.8 mi · 17 min
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Continue on Bergstrom Expressway
4.8 mi · 5 min · Bergstrom Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Montopolis Drive, Patton Avenue
1442 ft · 35 sec
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Turn straight onto Ed Bluestein Boulevard
1951 ft · 30 sec · Ed Bluestein Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
148 m · 12 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Oak Trail Shores and Montopolis.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
South US Highway 281
Continue on South US Highway 281
43.1 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.
Partly Sunny leaving Oak Trail Shores and Mostly Cloudy near Montopolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Oak Trail Shores to Montopolis?
The road trip is about 184.2 miles (296.5 km) and usually takes 03h 13m 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 94.6 miles from Oak Trail Shores and 89.7 miles from Montopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 155.4 miles (250.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.8 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 10:34 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.56 one way or $49.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Oak Trail Shores and Mostly Cloudy near Montopolis.
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 Oak Trail Shores and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 155.38 mi (250.06 km).
#1 Oak Trail Shores
Census designated place
| Population | 2,755 |
| Coordinates | 32.4887500, -97.8342000 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: 183 Toll (-97.690637, 30.243248)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 297 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
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 | $24.56 | $49.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.64 | $55.28 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $29.84 | $59.68 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $25.95 | $51.91 |
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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