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Trip from Denver City, 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

7h 49m

Distance

414.3 mi

667 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$63

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
7h 41m ★
6 AM
7h 50m
8 AM
8h 8m
10 AM
7h 56m
12 PM
7h 55m
3 PM
7h 57m
5 PM
8h 7m
8 PM
7h 44m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Yoakum County, Texas, United States

Denver City, TX

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Trip Overview

This 406.4-mile journey from Denver City, TX, to Montopolis, TX, is designed to be completed in a single day, taking approximately 6 hours and 47 minutes of driving time. With a projected fuel cost of around $62, it’s an economical option for a solo day trip. You'll be navigating primarily via East Broadway Street, West Avenue A, and Seminole Road, indicating a route that stays close to local infrastructure rather than major highways. The drive traverses the Great Plains region of Texas, offering a consistent landscape throughout. Plan for one designated stop to break up the drive. Its turn-heavy nature suggests you'll be more engaged with the road than on a typical interstate cruise.

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

207.1 miles from Denver City, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 48m 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
West Avenue A 39 mi 44m
TX 83 20.3 mi 30m
North US Highway 87 18.1 mi 18m
South US Highway 87 18.1 mi 18m
Longest stretch: US 87 — 104.4 mi, about 1h 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Denver City, TX and Montopolis, TX.

1

Start on North Main Avenue

58 ft · 9 sec · North Main Avenue
2

Turn left onto TX 83

0.6 mi · 54 sec · East Broadway Street
3

Turn right onto TX 83; TX 214

20 mi · 30 min · TX 83; TX 214
4

Continue on US 62; US 180

39 mi · 44 min · West Avenue A
5

Continue on US 180

1.6 mi · 1 min · Seminole Road
6

Continue on US 180

0.7 mi · 55 sec · North 4th Street
7

Turn right onto US 87; US 180

1.2 mi · 1 min · North Lynn Avenue
8

Continue on US 87; US 180

1.3 mi · 1 min · South Dallas Avenue
9

Continue on US 87; US 180

18 mi · 18 min · South US Highway 87
10

Continue on US 87

1.4 mi · 1 min · William Crooker Highway
11

Continue on US 87

18 mi · 18 min · North US Highway 87
12

Continue on US 87

52 mi · 52 min · William B Crooker Memorial Highway
13

Continue on US 87; TX 158; TX 163

1.2 mi · 2 min · 4th Street
14

Continue on US 87

15 mi · 14 min · US Highway 87 South
15

Continue on US 87

104 mi · 1 hr 55 min · US 87
16

Turn right onto US 87; US 190; US 377

2.8 mi · 3 min · Bridge Street
17

Turn left onto TX 71

47 mi · 50 min · State Highway 71
18

Turn left onto TX 29; TX 71

56 mi · 1 hr 14 min · TX 29; TX 71
Use the left lane.
19

Turn right onto US 183

0.3 mi · 20 sec · North US Highway 183
20

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 42 sec
21

Merge onto 183A Toll

13 mi · 13 min · 183A Toll Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Continue on US 183

15 mi · 17 min · US 183
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Continue on 183 Toll

4.8 mi · 5 min · Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Toward Montopolis Drive, Patton Avenue Use the slight right lane.
25

Turn straight onto US 183

0.4 mi · 30 sec · Ed Bluestein Boulevard
26

Take the ramp

486 ft · 11 sec
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
27

Arrive at destination

Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour and 47-minute duration, this route is best tackled as a single-day adventure. Aim for an early morning departure from Denver City, TX, to maximize daylight and allow ample time for your single planned stop. Since the drive is characterized as 'turn-heavy,' pay close attention to your GPS and road signs, especially as you transition between East Broadway Street, West Avenue A, and Seminole Road. The estimated fuel cost of $62 is reasonable, but it’s always wise to top off your tank before leaving Denver City to ensure you have plenty of range. Keep an eye out for local services as you progress through the Great Plains.

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 207.1 miles from Denver City, TX, or about 3h 48m 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 91 miles or 1h 47m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 207.1 miles or 3h 48m 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 37m

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 Denver City, 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 Denver City, TX

This is one driving day of about 414.3 miles and 7h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 91 miles from Denver City, 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.

city in Texas, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brownwood, TX

207 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

Big Spring, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 91 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Live Oak, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 207.1 miles from Denver City, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Badu Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 325.5

Llano, Texas

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13252474158

Visit website

Austin Bat Tours

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 414.3

Austin, Texas

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 413.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | TX 83 / East Broadway Street

Turn left onto TX 83 / East Broadway Street

Navigation decision point

4
0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | TX 83; TX 214

Turn right onto TX 83; TX 214

Navigation decision point

5
324.5 mi into trip | ~5h 57m in | TX 29; TX 71

Turn left onto TX 29; TX 71

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
380.7 mi into trip | ~7h 12m in | 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
413.6 mi into trip | ~7h 48m 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

$62.60 one way

$125.20 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 145 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $68.52 $137.05
premium $4.54 $73.97 $147.94
diesel $5.61 $91.47 $182.94

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

$63

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$89–$114

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 145 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $44 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 124.3 1 $43.50 $19.89
Efficient EV 103.6 1 $36.25 $16.57
EV Truck/SUV 165.7 2 $58.00 $26.52

Gas CO2

145 kg

EV CO2

48 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Denver City, TX

Late night in Denver City on Sunday

Local time

4:55 AM

CDT

Current temp

87°F

Sunny

SW 25 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 2:03PM CDT until April 18 at 8:00AM CDT by NWS Norman OK

High Wind Warning

High Wind Warning issued April 17 at 11:55AM MDT until April 17 at 7:00PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Destination

Montopolis, TX

Late night in Montopolis on Sunday

Local time

4:55 AM

CDT

Current temp

86°F

Mostly Cloudy

SSE 15 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 2:03PM CDT until April 18 at 8:00AM CDT by NWS Norman OK

High Wind Warning

High Wind Warning issued April 17 at 11:55AM MDT until April 17 at 7:00PM MDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

83°F

Brownwood, TX

207 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

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

7h 49m 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?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 406.4-mile route. With a 0% highway share, you won't encounter long stretches of high-speed cruising. Instead, this drive emphasizes navigating through local streets and roads, indicated by the use of East Broadway Street, West Avenue A, and Seminole Road. The absence of a 'longest_stretch' data point further reinforces the idea that this route is characterized by frequent changes in direction and speed, requiring your consistent attention. This isn't a route for setting cruise control and zoning out; it’s more of an interactive navigation experience.

72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 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 early in the drive near TX 83 / East Broadway Street.

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 49m, 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: near the start (TX 83 / East Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (TX 83; TX 214): Navigation decision point; at 324.5 miles (TX 29; TX 71): Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Denver City, 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 7h 49m. Total distance: 414.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 49m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (72%). 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (TX 83 / East Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (TX 83; TX 214): Navigation decision point; at 324.5 miles (TX 29; TX 71): Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.8 hours each way, a round trip means 15.7 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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