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Trip from Bevil Oaks, TX to Montopolis, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 32m
Distance
240.8 mi
388 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 19m
★
6 AM
4h 33m
8 AM
5h 0m
10 AM
4h 42m
12 PM
4h 39m
3 PM
4h 43m
5 PM
4h 58m
8 PM
4h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bevil Oaks, TX
Hector Portillo
Montopolis, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
Bevil Oaks to Montopolis is 240.8 miles and takes about 4h 32m via TX 71 and US 90, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Texas, beginning in the Great Plains region and ending in the same area. Expect a predominantly highway experience for this trip, making it a straightforward option for a single-day excursion. It's a practical choice if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently, with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
120.4 miles from Bevil Oaks, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 21m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 71 | 77.7 mi | 1h 22m |
| Katy Freeway | 74.4 mi | 1h 21m |
| US 90 | 47.2 mi | 54m |
| Crosby Freeway | 12 mi | 14m |
| TX 105 | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| State Highway 326 | 7.1 mi | 10m |
| East Freeway | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| East State Highway 71 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
TX 71
— 77.7 mi, about 1h 22m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
7 AM
~5,532 veh/hr typical · worst 6,521
Quietest
2 AM
~622 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 51 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bevil Oaks, TX and Montopolis, TX.
1
Start on Sweetgum Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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Sweetgum Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto TX 105
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
TX 105
3
Turn left onto TX 326
7.1 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 326
4
Turn right onto US 90
42 mi
·
48 min
·
US 90
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 90
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Crosby Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn straight onto US 90
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 90
7
Take the exit onto US 90
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 90
Toward US 90 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 10; US 90
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
East Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on I 10; US 90
74 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
Katy Freeway
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit onto TX 71
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
TX 71
Toward TX 71 West: La Grange, Austin
11
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 71
77 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
TX 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on 71 Toll
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bastrop Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on TX 71
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East State Highway 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto US 183
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
Bastrop Highway
16
Continue on 183 Toll
0.7 mi
·
40 sec
·
Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
Toward Loop 111: Cesar Chavez Street, 5th Street, 6th Street, 7th Street, Airport Boulevard
Use the right lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto Loop 111
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Airport Boulevard
19
Continue on Loop 111
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
Airport Boulevard
20
Continue on US 183
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Ed Bluestein Boulevard
21
Take the ramp
486 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
22
Arrive at destination
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
Trip Plan
Given this is a 1-day trip, leaving in the morning will give you ample time to reach Montopolis comfortably. With a duration of around 4.5 hours, you could make a single stop for fuel or a break. The longest stretch without a major change in scenery is 77.7 miles on TX 71, so plan accordingly for that segment. Your estimated fuel cost is around $35, which is a good benchmark for budgeting. This route is flexible enough that you can depart later if needed, but an earlier start maximizes daylight.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 120.4 miles from Bevil Oaks, TX, or about 2h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 53 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 120.4 miles or 2h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montopolis, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bevil Oaks, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bevil Oaks, TX
This is one driving day of about 240.8 miles and 4h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Bevil Oaks, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on TX 71 for about 77.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
120 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 120.4 miles from Bevil Oaks, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before TX 71 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77.7 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Buc-ee's
0.1 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
TA
0.3 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.5 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
1.6 mi from route
Colorado County Eastbound Rest Area
2.1 mi from route
Colorado County Westbound Rest Area
2.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
2.5 mi from route
Waugh Drive Bat Colony
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, short detour
Early stretch
2.1 mi from route
~5 min detour
Houston, Texas
Hours: Open 24 hours
+17137520314
Visit websiteThe Escape Game Houston (Galleria)
5.0
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, short detour
Early stretch
3.4 mi from route
~8 min detour
Houston, Texas
Hours: 8 am–12 pm
+17136365541
Visit websiteSheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Early in the drive, ~9 min detour
Early stretch
3.6 mi from route
~9 min detour
Houston, Texas
Hours: 8 am–5 pm
+12814562800
Visit websiteAustin Bat Tours
4.4
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the end, ~9 min detour
Home stretch
3.5 mi from route
~9 min detour
Austin, Texas
Hours: 9 am–10 pm
Visit websiteAndretti Indoor Karting & Games Katy
4.1
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Halfway reset
3.4 mi from route
~9 min detour
Katy, Texas
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
+18329742201
Visit websiteMidtown Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour
Early stretch
3.9 mi from route
~10 min detour
Houston, Texas
Hours: 8 am–10 pm
+17135267577
Visit websiteBarbara Fish Daniel Nature Play Area and Picnic Pavilion
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, short detour
Early stretch
3.3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Houston, Texas
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+17137520314
Visit websiteDowntown Aquarium
4.1
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Early stretch
3.7 mi from route
~9 min detour
Houston, Texas
Hours: 10 am–8:30 pm
+17132233474
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 58.3 and 239.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
58.3 mi into trip
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~1h 11m in
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US 90 / Crosby Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 90 / Crosby Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
71.7 mi into trip
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~1h 26m in
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US 90
Take the exit onto US 90 toward US 90 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 90 West
6
156.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 1m in
|
TX 71
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
237.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 27m in
Take the exit toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas
7
239.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 30m in
Take the exit toward Loop 111: Cesar Chavez Street, 5th Street, 6th Street, 7th Street, Airport Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Loop 111: Cesar Chavez Street, 5th Stree...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.98 one way
$65.96 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
84 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $36.84 | $73.68 |
| premium | $4.23 | $40.05 | $80.11 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $45.47 | $90.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 72.2 | 0 | $25.28 | $11.56 |
| Efficient EV | 60.2 | 0 | $21.07 | $9.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 96.3 | 1 | $33.71 | $15.41 |
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Bevil Oaks, TX
Late night in Bevil Oaks on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Partly Sunny
SW 0 to 5 mph
3% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 8:54AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 8:54AM CDT until July 22 at 11:40AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Destination
Montopolis, TX
Late night in Montopolis on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
94°F
Partly Sunny
S 5 to 10 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 8:54AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 8:54AM CDT until July 22 at 11:40AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 32m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is almost entirely highway driving, with a 99% highway share. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 77.7 miles on TX 71, indicating sustained highway cruising. The transition to surface roads, if any, will be minimal and likely near your destination. Expect a consistent driving experience with frequent exits for most of the trip.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 77.7 mi on TX 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 71 and Katy Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 58.3 miles in near US 90 / Crosby Freeway.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 240.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 58.3 miles (US 90 / Crosby Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 71.7 miles (US 90): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.5 miles (TX 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
463 ft
25 ft
Total Climb
469 ft
Total Descent
32 ft
Highest Point
463 ft
~240.8 mi in
Elevation Range
438 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bevil Oaks, TX to Montopolis, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Austin along the way.
Austin
156 mi in
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~3h
|
via TX 71
About the Cities
Starting in Bevil Oaks, TX
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 32m. Total distance: 240.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 77.7 miles on TX 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 14 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Montopolis, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 14 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 58.3 miles (US 90 / Crosby Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 71.7 miles (US 90): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.5 miles (TX 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Montopolis, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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