How far is Pecos, TX from Montopolis, TX?
The driving distance from Pecos, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 395.5 miles (636.5 km), with a travel time of about 06h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 353.7 miles (569.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 12h 40m 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 06h 20m.
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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pecos and Montopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pecos and Montopolis.
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Start on East 6th Street
20 m · 5 sec · East 6th Street
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Turn right onto South Cedar Street
51.1 mi · 58 min · South Cedar Street
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Turn left onto Interstate 10 West
130 m · 12 sec · Interstate 10 West
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Take the ramp straight toward I 10 East: San Antonio
1597 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left onto La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
219.2 mi · 3 hr 26 min · La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
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Take the exit slight right toward US 290 East: Fredericksburg
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue on US Highway 290
39 mi · 42 min · US Highway 290
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Continue on West Main Street
3.5 mi · 8 min · West Main Street
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Continue on East US Highway 290
27.2 mi · 31 min · East US Highway 290
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Continue on West Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Take the exit slight right
724 ft · 19 sec
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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 slight left onto East US Highway 290
30.9 mi · 38 min · East US Highway 290
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Continue on West US Highway 290
1424 ft · 18 sec · West US Highway 290
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Take the exit slight left
892 ft · 22 sec
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Continue on West US Highway 290
2 mi · 2 min · West US Highway 290
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Continue straight
11.1 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 183 North
1241 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
1.4 km · 59 sec
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Continue on Bergstrom Expressway
1.1 km · 41 sec · Bergstrom Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Loop 111: Cesar Chavez Street, 5th Street, 6th Street, 7th Street, Airport Boulevard
2724 ft · 54 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Airport Boulevard
1278 ft · 34 sec · Airport Boulevard
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Continue on Airport Boulevard
2658 ft · 43 sec · Airport Boulevard
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Continue on Ed Bluestein Boulevard
552 ft · 9 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 Pecos and Montopolis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
Merge slight left onto La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
219 mi · 03h 26m
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 Sunny leaving Pecos 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 Pecos to Montopolis?
The road trip is about 395.5 miles (636.5 km) and usually takes 06h 20m 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?
Sonora is a useful midpoint, sitting about 197.7 miles from Pecos and 197.8 miles from Montopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 353.7 miles (569.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.8 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 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 $52.75 one way or $105.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 124.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Pecos and Mostly Cloudy near Montopolis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pecos and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 353.73 mi (569.27 km).
#1 Pecos
City in Texas
| Population | 10,488 |
| Coordinates | 31.4229100, -103.4932300 |
| Altitude | 787 |
| 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: 636 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 56m |
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 | $52.75 | $105.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $59.36 | $118.72 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $64.09 | $128.18 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $55.74 | $111.48 |
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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