How far is Rotan, TX from Montopolis, TX?
The driving distance from Rotan, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 284.7 miles (458.1 km), with a travel time of about 04h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 243.3 miles (391.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 22m 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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City in Texas, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rotan and Montopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rotan and Montopolis.
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Start on East Sammy Baugh Avenue
30 m · 10 sec · East Sammy Baugh Avenue
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Turn left onto South Cleveland Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · South Cleveland Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 70 North
8.4 mi · 9 min · State Highway 70 North
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Continue on North Concho Street
1.2 km · 1 min · North Concho Street
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Continue on State Highway 70 South
16.8 mi · 18 min · State Highway 70 South
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Turn left onto Bluebonnet Drive
1.2 mi · 1 min · Bluebonnet Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Broadway Street
1135 ft · 19 sec · East Broadway Street
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Keep slight right to continue on I 20 West: Midland
531 ft · 13 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 20 West: Midland
2.5 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SH 70 South, SH 70 Business: Sweetwater, San Angelo
804 ft · 23 sec
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Turn straight onto Northeast Georgia Avenue
1644 ft · 42 sec · Northeast Georgia Avenue
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Turn left onto Lamar Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Lamar Street
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Continue on State Highway 70
10.4 mi · 11 min · State Highway 70
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Turn left onto State Highway 153
69 mi · 1 hr 14 min · State Highway 153
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Continue on West Walnut Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West Walnut Street
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Continue on East Walnut Street
1.5 km · 1 min · East Walnut Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
9.4 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
21.5 mi · 25 min
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Turn right onto Garmon Drive
1.3 mi · 1 min · Garmon Drive
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Continue on US Highway 84 East
29.2 mi · 33 min · US Highway 84 East
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Turn right
22.2 mi · 25 min
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Continue straight
14.8 mi · 15 min
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Merge slight left onto North US Highway 281
79 m · 4 sec · North 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 Rotan 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.
State Highway 153
Turn left onto State Highway 153
69 mi · 01h 14m
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 Rotan and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Montopolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rotan to Montopolis?
The road trip is about 284.7 miles (458.1 km) and usually takes 04h 41m 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?
Brownwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 142.2 miles from Rotan and 142.5 miles from Montopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 243.3 miles (391.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 41.4 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 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.94 one way or $75.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 89.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Rotan and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Montopolis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rotan and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 243.27 mi (391.5 km).
#1 Rotan
City in Texas
| Population | 1,418 |
| Coordinates | 32.8520500, -100.4656600 |
| Altitude | 594 |
| 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: 458 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 33m |
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 | $37.94 | $75.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $42.69 | $85.38 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $46.09 | $92.19 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $40.09 | $80.18 |
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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