Origin
Colorado, TX
Night in Colorado on Saturday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colorado, TX to Montopolis, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
50m
Distance
41.9 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colorado, TX
Thomas balabaud
Trip Overview
This straightforward 41.9-mile drive from Colorado, TX to Montopolis, TX will take you about 50 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on TX 71, which accounts for 91% of the journey. The estimated fuel cost for this short haul is around $6. Given its brevity, it's ideal for a quick transit between the Great Plains regions of Texas. This route is a convenient option if you're looking for a simple, direct path with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 71 | 33.4 mi | 36m |
| East State Highway 71 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Bastrop Freeway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Hill Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Airport Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Bergstrom Expressway | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Old Lake Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Bastrop Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
TX 71
— 33.4 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colorado, TX and Montopolis, TX.
1
Start on CR 321
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Lake Road
2
Continue on CR 321
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Hill Road
3
Continue on Hill Road
218 ft
·
14 sec
·
Hill Road
4
Turn left onto TX 71
33 mi
·
36 min
·
TX 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on 71 Toll
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bastrop Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on TX 71
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East State Highway 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto US 183
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
Bastrop Highway
9
Continue on 183 Toll
0.7 mi
·
40 sec
·
Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
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.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto Loop 111
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Airport Boulevard
12
Continue on Loop 111
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
Airport Boulevard
13
Continue on US 183
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Ed Bluestein Boulevard
14
Take the ramp
486 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
15
Arrive at destination
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from Colorado, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 41.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
TX 71
Turn left onto TX 71
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
38.8 mi into trip
|
~45m 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
40.4 mi into trip
|
~47m 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...
4
40.9 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
Loop 111 / Airport Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto Loop 111 / Airport Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
41.8 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the ramp toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
Navigation decision point
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.33 one way
$12.66 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $6.93 | $13.86 |
| premium | $4.54 | $7.48 | $14.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.25 | $18.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.40 | $2.01 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.67 | $1.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.87 | $2.68 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Destination
Montopolis, TX
Night in Montopolis on Saturday
Local time
11:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Elgin, TX
21 mi in
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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
50m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this trip, with 91% of the drive on major roads like TX 71 and the Bastrop Freeway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 33.4 miles, also on TX 71. This suggests a consistent pace for a significant portion of the drive. The profile indicates a generally smooth, high-speed journey, characteristic of a modern highway route designed for efficient travel between points.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.4 mi on TX 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 71 and East State Highway 71. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near TX 71.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 41.9 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (TX 71): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
553 ft
311 ft
Total Climb
414 ft
Total Descent
311 ft
Highest Point
553 ft
~23.9 mi in
Elevation Range
242 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 Colorado, TX to Montopolis, TX, road signs begin pointing toward 183 Toll North: Lampasas along the way.
183 Toll North: Lampasas
38.8 mi in
|
~45m
About the Cities
Starting in Colorado, TX
Full guide →Colorado is a state of wild contrasts. From the flat plains of the eastern portion of the state to some of the Rocky Mountains' highest peaks to the high desert and red rock country of the western reaches of the state, the landscape is incredibly varied, home to many diverse ecosystems and natural marvels, and supports a thriving hunting and outdoors culture that draws people from around the world. And yet, the contrasts in the natural landscape are nothing compared to the political and social contrasts you will find here. Like much of the rest of the American West, Colorado is a traditionally rural state with a frontier heritage and a very pro-business attitude. But here you will also find fiercely liberal communities in the college and resort towns that have been home to hippies and major countercultural figures.
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 50m. Total distance: 41.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.4 miles on TX 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (TX 71): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Montopolis, TX before heading back.
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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