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Trip from Brownfield, TX to Montopolis, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 20m
Distance
389.9 mi
627 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 10m
★
6 AM
7h 20m
8 AM
7h 41m
10 AM
7h 28m
12 PM
7h 25m
3 PM
7h 29m
5 PM
7h 40m
8 PM
7h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brownfield, TX
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Montopolis, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
Brownfield, TX to Montopolis, TX is 389.9 miles and takes about 7h 20m via US 87 and TX 29, with a fuel budget near $57 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Texas, moving from the Great Plains region of West Texas into a more central area. With 75% of the drive on highways, expect a fairly straightforward trip focused on covering ground. It's a single-day drive with just two planned stops, making it a practical option if you're looking to get to your destination efficiently.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
195 miles from Brownfield, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 32m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 87 | 104.4 mi | 1h 55m |
| TX 29 | 55.6 mi | 1h 14m |
| William B Crooker Memorial Highway | 52.1 mi | 52m |
| State Highway 71 | 47.2 mi | 50m |
| North US Highway 87 | 18.1 mi | 18m |
| South US Highway 87 | 18.1 mi | 18m |
| Lamesa Highway | 15.6 mi | 16m |
| North State Highway 137 | 15.3 mi | 22m |
Longest stretch:
US 87
— 104.4 mi, about 1h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brownfield, TX and Montopolis, TX.
1
Start on US 62; US 82; US 385
42 ft
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3 sec
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Lubbock Road
2
Continue on US 62; US 82; US 380; US 385
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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North 1st Street
3
Continue on US 62; US 385
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Seagraves Road
4
Turn left onto TX 137
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Lamesa Highway
5
Continue on TX 137
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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State Highway 137
6
Continue on TX 137
15 mi
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14 min
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Lamesa Highway
7
Continue on TX 137
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Brownfield Highway
8
Continue on TX 137
15 mi
·
22 min
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North State Highway 137
9
Continue on TX 137
1.2 mi
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1 min
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North Bryan Avenue
10
Turn left onto US 180
0.7 mi
·
55 sec
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North 4th Street
11
Turn right onto US 87; US 180
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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North Lynn Avenue
12
Continue on US 87; US 180
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Dallas Avenue
13
Continue on US 87; US 180
18 mi
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18 min
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South US Highway 87
14
Continue on US 87
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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William Crooker Highway
15
Continue on US 87
18 mi
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18 min
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North US Highway 87
16
Continue on US 87
52 mi
·
52 min
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William B Crooker Memorial Highway
17
Continue on US 87; TX 158; TX 163
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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4th Street
18
Continue on US 87
15 mi
·
14 min
·
US Highway 87 South
19
Continue on US 87
104 mi
·
1 hr 55 min
·
US 87
20
Turn right onto US 87; US 190; US 377
2.8 mi
·
3 min
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Bridge Street
21
Turn left onto TX 71
47 mi
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50 min
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State Highway 71
22
Turn left onto TX 29; TX 71
56 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
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TX 29; TX 71
Use the left lane.
23
Turn right onto US 183
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
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North US Highway 183
24
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
25
Merge onto 183A Toll
13 mi
·
13 min
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183A Toll Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on US 183
15 mi
·
17 min
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US 183
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Continue on 183 Toll
4.8 mi
·
5 min
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Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Montopolis Drive, Patton Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
29
Turn straight onto US 183
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
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Ed Bluestein Boulevard
30
Take the ramp
486 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
31
Arrive at destination
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
Trip Plan
This is a drive best suited for a single day, so consider an early morning departure from Brownfield to maximize daylight. With a total duration of around 7 hours and 20 minutes, you have some flexibility with your two planned stops. Keep an eye on your fuel as you leave the more rural areas of West Texas; while the estimated cost is $57, it's always wise to top off before heading into longer stretches like the 104.4 miles on US 87. The transition from highway to surface roads later in the route means you'll want to be extra attentive to speed limit changes.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 195 miles from Brownfield, TX, or about 3h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.4 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 86 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 195 miles or 3h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 7m
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 Brownfield, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brownfield, TX
This is one driving day of about 389.9 miles and 7h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 86 miles from Brownfield, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 87 for about 104.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
195 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 86 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 195 miles from Brownfield, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 87 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.4 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.
Picnic Area
0 mi from route
US-87 Knotts Picnic Area
0 mi from route
Coke County Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
TA
1.9 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
2.5 mi from route
Heart of Texas Country Music Museum
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Final third
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Brady, Texas
Hours: Closed
+13255971895
Visit websiteHeart of Texas Museum
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Final third
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Brady, Texas
Hours: 1–5 pm
+13255970526
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 websiteBadu Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Later in the drive, ~9 min detour
Final third
3.6 mi from route
~9 min detour
Llano, Texas
Hours: Open 24 hours
+13252474158
Visit websiteKirby Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour
Halfway reset
4.4 mi from route
~11 min detour
San Angelo, Texas
Hours: Open 24 hours
+13256574279
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 389.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
1.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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TX 137 / Lamesa Highway
Turn left onto TX 137 / Lamesa Highway
Navigation decision point
4
37.7 mi into trip
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~48m in
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US 87; US 180 / North Lynn Avenue
Turn right onto US 87; US 180 / North Lynn Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
300.1 mi into trip
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~5h 27m in
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TX 29; TX 71
Turn left onto TX 29; TX 71
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
356.3 mi into trip
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~6h 43m in
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183A Toll / 183A Toll Road
Merge onto 183A Toll / 183A Toll Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
389.2 mi into trip
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~7h 18m in
Take the exit toward Montopolis Drive, Patton Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Montopolis Drive, Patton Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.40 one way
$106.81 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
136 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $59.65 | $119.30 |
| premium | $4.23 | $64.86 | $129.71 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $73.62 | $147.24 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.93
183A Toll Road
(13.3 mi)
$0.93
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 136.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 117 | 1 | $40.94 | $18.72 |
| Efficient EV | 97.5 | 1 | $34.12 | $15.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 156 | 1 | $54.59 | $24.95 |
Gas CO2
136 kg
EV CO2
46 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Brownfield, TX
Late night in Brownfield on Monday
Local time
12:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Partly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSE 10 mph
15% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 11:12PM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 10:46PM CDT until July 17 at 3:45AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
Montopolis, TX
Late night in Montopolis on Monday
Local time
12:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
SE 5 mph
20% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 11:12PM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 10:46PM CDT until July 17 at 3:45AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
95°F
Mason, TX
195 mi in
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
11 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
7h 20m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 75% of this 389.9-mile drive on highways. The longest continuous stretch on US 87 covers 104.4 miles, offering a good period of consistent cruising. As you transition to TX 29 and then the William B Crooker Memorial Highway, expect more frequent intersections and potentially slower speeds as you move off the primary highways. This shift is typical when moving from a major corridor to more local roads.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.4 mi on US 87.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 87 and TX 29. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near TX 137 / Lamesa Highway.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 20m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 11 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (TX 137 / Lamesa Highway): Navigation decision point; at 37.7 miles (US 87; US 180 / North Lynn Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 300.1 miles (TX 29; TX 71): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
3,308 ft
463 ft
Total Climb
510 ft
Total Descent
3,355 ft
Highest Point
3,308 ft
Elevation Range
2,845 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Brownfield, TX
Full guide →Brownfield is a city in the Llano Estacado region of Texas.
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 7h 20m. Total distance: 389.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 20m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 104.4 miles on US 87. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.93 in tolls one way, starting with 183A Toll Road. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 6 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 is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. 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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 6 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (TX 137 / Lamesa Highway): Navigation decision point; at 37.7 miles (US 87; US 180 / North Lynn Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 300.1 miles (TX 29; TX 71): Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.3 hours each way, a round trip means 14.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Montopolis, TX before the return drive.
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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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