How far is Powderly, TX from Montopolis, TX?
The driving distance from Powderly, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 319.5 miles (514.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 277.3 miles (446.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Powderly and Montopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Powderly and Montopolis.
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Start on North US Highway 271
8.3 mi · 9 min · North US Highway 271
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Continue on North Main Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Graham Street
88 m · 9 sec · Graham Street
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Turn left onto 1st Street Northwest
1173 ft · 24 sec · 1st Street Northwest
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Continue on 1st Street Southwest
1.1 km · 1 min · 1st Street Southwest
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Turn left onto West Hearne Avenue
799 ft · 16 sec · West Hearne Avenue
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Turn right onto South Church Street
47.7 mi · 52 min · South Church Street
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Take the exit slight right toward I 30 West: Dallas
1981 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
55.1 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35E: Denton, Waco
3065 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35E South, I 35E North: Waco, Denton
607 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35E North, I 35E South: Denton, Waco
67 m · 5 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 35E South: Waco
1915 ft · 30 sec
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Continue on South R L Thornton Freeway
2866 ft · 44 sec · South R L Thornton Freeway
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Continue on South R L Thornton Freeway
89.3 mi · 1 hr 32 min · South R L Thornton Freeway
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Continue on North Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi · 8 min · North Jack Kultgen Expressway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
37.9 mi · 39 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Keep slight left
52.6 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 183: Lockhart, Lampasas
1390 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 183 South: Lockhart
1.4 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
2.2 mi · 3 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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0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Powderly and Montopolis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
South R L Thornton Freeway
Continue on South R L Thornton Freeway
89.3 mi · 01h 32m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Powderly and Chance Rain Showers near Montopolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Powderly to Montopolis?
The road trip is about 319.5 miles (514.2 km) and usually takes 04h 58m 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?
Italy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 156 miles from Powderly and 163.5 miles from Montopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 277.3 miles (446.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.2 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.32 one way or $78.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 100.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Powderly and Chance Rain Showers near Montopolis.
Stop Ideas Near Italy
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 Italy.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Powderly and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 277.24 mi (446.17 km).
#1 Powderly
Powderly is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.8112200, -95.5244000 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| 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: 514 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 59m |
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 | $3.49 | $39.32 | $78.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.00 | $45.05 | $90.09 |
| Premium | $4.38 | $49.31 | $98.61 |
| Diesel | $5.60 | $63.16 | $126.31 |
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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