How far is Van Horn, TX from Montopolis, TX?
The driving distance from Van Horn, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 461.9 miles (743.4 km), with a travel time of about 07h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 427.9 miles (688.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 14h 22m 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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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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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Van Horn and Montopolis.
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Start on La Caverna Street
47 m · 7 sec · La Caverna Street
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Turn right onto East Broadway Street
60 m · 11 sec · East Broadway Street
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Turn left onto Van Horn Street
1245 ft · 25 sec · Van Horn Street
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Turn left onto Southeast Frontage Road
919 ft · 25 sec · Southeast Frontage Road
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 10 East: San Antonio
733 ft · 18 sec
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Merge slight left
46.5 mi · 44 min
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Keep slight right
290.2 mi · 4 hr 32 min
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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 Van Horn and Montopolis.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 10 East
Keep slight right
290 mi · 04h 32m
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.
Sunny leaving Van Horn 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 Van Horn to Montopolis?
The road trip is about 461.9 miles (743.4 km) and usually takes 07h 11m 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?
Ozona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 230.9 miles from Van Horn and 231 miles from Montopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 427.9 miles (688.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 34 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 $61.60 one way or $123.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 144.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Van Horn and Mostly Cloudy near Montopolis.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Van Horn and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 427.93 mi (688.69 km).
#1 Van Horn
Town of the United States
| Population | 1,856 |
| Coordinates | 31.0402900, -104.8307300 |
| Altitude | 1232 |
| 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: 743 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 15h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 09h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 45m |
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 | $61.60 | $123.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $69.31 | $138.62 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $74.83 | $149.67 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $65.09 | $130.17 |
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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