How far is Willis, TX from Montopolis, TX?
The driving distance from Willis, TX to Montopolis, TX is about 153.9 miles (247.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 132.4 miles (213.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 37m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 48m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Washington County, Texas, US
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Willis and Montopolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Willis and Montopolis.
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Start on East Stewart Street
11 m · 8 sec · East Stewart Street
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Turn left onto North Danville Street
110 m · 10 sec · North Danville Street
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Turn right onto West Montgomery Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West Montgomery Street
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Continue on FM 1097 West
13.4 mi · 24 min · FM 1097 West
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Liberty Street
1626 ft · 38 sec · North Liberty Street
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Turn right onto Lone Star Parkway
2 mi · 3 min · Lone Star Parkway
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Turn right
22.5 mi · 32 min
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Continue on Spur 515
1.3 km · 1 min · Spur 515
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South La Salle Street
1.5 km · 1 min · South La Salle Street
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Turn left onto East Washington Avenue
1.9 mi · 3 min · East Washington Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 105
21.6 mi · 28 min · State Highway 105
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Continue straight
2955 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto North Chappell Hill Street
1376 ft · 30 sec · North Chappell Hill Street
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Turn right onto East Main Street
2 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
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Continue on US Highway 290 West
53.2 mi · 59 min · US Highway 290 West
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Continue straight
21.4 mi · 25 min
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Continue on Manor Expressway
5.6 mi · 6 min · Manor Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 183 South, US 183 North: Lockhart, Lampasas
2213 ft · 54 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 183 South: Lockhart
1.1 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
2609 ft · 37 sec
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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 Willis 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.
US Highway 290 West
Continue on US Highway 290 West
53.2 mi · 00h 59m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Willis 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 Willis to Montopolis?
The road trip is about 153.9 miles (247.6 km) and usually takes 02h 48m 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?
Burton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.3 miles from Willis and 76.6 miles from Montopolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 132.4 miles (213.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.52 one way or $41.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Willis and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Montopolis.
Stop Ideas Near Burton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Willis and Montopolis. Straight-line distance: 132.42 mi (213.11 km).
#1 Willis
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 7,122 |
| Coordinates | 30.4249300, -95.4799400 |
| 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: 248 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
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 | $20.52 | $41.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.09 | $46.18 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $24.93 | $49.86 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $21.68 | $43.36 |
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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