How far is Waelder, TX from Montopolis, TX?
The driving distance from Waelder, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 59.4 miles (95.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.6 miles (71.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 09m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Caldwell County, Texas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waelder and Montopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waelder and Montopolis.
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Start on Northwest 2nd Street
26 m · 6 sec · Northwest 2nd Street
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Turn right onto North E Avenue
3277 ft · 1 min · North E Avenue
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Take the ramp right
2216 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
17 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 90, US 183: Luling, Lockhart
1656 ft · 40 sec
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Turn right onto East Pierce Street
3.9 mi · 6 min · East Pierce Street
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Turn right onto South Magnolia Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · South Magnolia Avenue
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Continue on US 183
10.1 mi · 12 min · US 183
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Continue on South Colorado Street
4.9 mi · 9 min · South Colorado Street
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Continue on United States Highway 183
1282 ft · 17 sec · United States Highway 183
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Keep slight left to continue on TX 130 Toll North: Austin, Waco
2447 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pickle Parkway
9.8 mi · 9 min · Pickle Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 183 North: Austin
1920 ft · 47 sec
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Continue on US Highway 183 South
11.8 mi · 15 min · US Highway 183 South
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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 Waelder 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.
North E Avenue
Merge slight left
17 mi · 00h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Waelder 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 Waelder to Montopolis?
The road trip is about 59.4 miles (95.6 km) and usually takes 01h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Brownsboro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.3 miles from Waelder and 27.2 miles from Montopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.6 miles (71.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.94 one way or $15.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Waelder and Mostly Cloudy near Montopolis.
Stop Ideas Near Brownsboro
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waelder and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 44.55 mi (71.69 km).
#1 Waelder
City in Gonzales County, Texas, United States
| Population | 1,155 |
| Coordinates | 29.6952300, -97.2986000 |
| Altitude | 116 |
| 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: 96 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
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 | $7.94 | $15.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.93 | $17.86 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $9.64 | $19.28 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $8.39 | $16.77 |
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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