How far is Shady Hollow, TX from Montopolis, TX?
The driving distance from Shady Hollow, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 18.6 miles (30 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.6 miles (18.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Travis County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Sunny
Patchy Fog then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Shady Hollow and Montopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shady Hollow and Montopolis.
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Start on Saddle Mountain Trail
95 m · 16 sec · Saddle Mountain Trail
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Turn right onto Spotted Horse Trail
857 ft · 43 sec · Spotted Horse Trail
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Turn left onto Brodie Lane
5.2 mi · 10 min · Brodie Lane
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Turn right onto West US 290 Frontage Road
2174 ft · 48 sec · West US 290 Frontage Road
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Take the ramp straight toward US 290 East, TX 71 East
1361 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
8 mi · 9 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 Shady Hollow and Montopolis.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
US 290 East
Merge slight left
8 mi · 00h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Patchy Fog then Sunny leaving Shady Hollow and Patchy Fog then Sunny near Montopolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Shady Hollow to Montopolis?
The road trip is about 18.6 miles (30 km) and usually takes 00h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sunset Valley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.7 miles from Shady Hollow and 9.9 miles from Montopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.6 miles (18.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.49 one way or $4.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Sunny around Shady Hollow and Patchy Fog then Sunny near Montopolis.
Stop Ideas Near Sunset Valley
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 Sunset Valley.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Shady Hollow and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 11.59 mi (18.66 km).
#1 Shady Hollow
Census designated place
| Population | 5,004 |
| Coordinates | 30.1649300, -97.8622300 |
| Altitude | 229 |
| 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: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
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 | $2.49 | $4.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.81 | $5.61 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $3.03 | $6.06 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $2.64 | $5.27 |
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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