How far is Seymour, TX from Montopolis, TX?
The driving distance from Seymour, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 283.7 miles (456.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 249.2 miles (401 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 27m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Seymour and Montopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seymour and Montopolis.
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Start on North Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Ingram Street
1.3 km · 1 min · East Ingram Street
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Continue on State Highway 114
31.8 mi · 47 min · State Highway 114
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Continue on West Main Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 114 East
9.8 mi · 15 min · State Highway 114 East
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Turn right
8 mi · 14 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto US Highway 380 West
4.9 mi · 7 min · US Highway 380 West
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Continue on Elm Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Elm Street
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Continue on State Highway 16 South
14.2 mi · 20 min · State Highway 16 South
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Continue on State Highway 337
21.1 mi · 21 min · State Highway 337
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At the end of the road, turn left onto US Highway 180 West
1.8 mi · 3 min · US Highway 180 West
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Continue on Southwest 1st Street
1.6 km · 2 min · Southwest 1st Street
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Turn right onto South Oak Avenue
1.7 mi · 2 min · South Oak Avenue
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Continue on US Highway 281
39.9 mi · 44 min · US Highway 281
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Continue on East Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · 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 Seymour 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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Seymour 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 Seymour to Montopolis?
The road trip is about 283.7 miles (456.5 km) and usually takes 04h 43m 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?
Stephenville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 147.9 miles from Seymour and 135.8 miles from Montopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 249.2 miles (401 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.5 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 7:32 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.83 one way or $75.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 89 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Seymour and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Montopolis.
Stop Ideas Near Stephenville
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 Stephenville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Seymour and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 249.15 mi (400.97 km).
#1 Seymour
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 2,557 |
| Coordinates | 33.5942600, -99.2603500 |
| Altitude | 393 |
| 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: 457 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 32m |
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 | $37.83 | $75.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $42.56 | $85.13 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $45.96 | $91.91 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $39.97 | $79.94 |
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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