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Trip from Hamlin, 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
5h 3m
Distance
265.7 mi
428 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 50m
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6 AM
5h 3m
8 AM
5h 30m
10 AM
5h 13m
12 PM
5h 10m
3 PM
5h 14m
5 PM
5h 29m
8 PM
4h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamlin, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Montopolis, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
Hamlin, TX to Montopolis, TX is 265.7 miles and takes about 5h 3m via US 183 and US 83, with a fuel budget near $39 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Texas, traversing the Great Plains region for its entirety. It's a straightforward trip, primarily on highways, making it a solid option for a single day of driving. You'll likely find it to be a practical route for getting between these two points without much 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
132.8 miles from Hamlin, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 35m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 183 | 51.8 mi | 57m |
| US 83 | 42.2 mi | 47m |
| South US Highway 183 | 35.3 mi | 38m |
| Commercial Avenue | 32.5 mi | 35m |
| US Highway 84 East | 29.2 mi | 33m |
| US 67 | 21.5 mi | 24m |
| US Highway 83 West | 16.5 mi | 24m |
| 183A Toll Road | 14.3 mi | 14m |
Longest stretch:
US 183
— 51.8 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamlin, TX and Montopolis, TX.
1
Start on US 83
0.9 mi
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1 min
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North Central Avenue
2
Continue on US 83
16 mi
·
24 min
·
US Highway 83 West
3
Continue on US 83; US 277
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
West Court Plaza
4
Turn slight right onto US 83; US 277
32 mi
·
35 min
·
Commercial Avenue
5
Continue on US 83; US 84
42 mi
·
47 min
·
US 83; US 84
6
Continue on US 84; US 283; TX 206
0.6 mi
·
46 sec
·
US 84; US 283; TX 206
7
Turn left onto US 84; US 283
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US 84; US 283
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 67; US 84
21 mi
·
24 min
·
US 67; US 84
9
Turn right onto US 84; US 183
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Garmon Drive
10
Continue on US 84; US 183
29 mi
·
33 min
·
US Highway 84 East
11
Turn right onto US 183; TX 16
22 mi
·
25 min
·
US 183; TX 16
12
Continue on US 183; US 190
15 mi
·
15 min
·
US 183; US 190
13
Merge onto US 183; US 190; US 281
260 ft
·
4 sec
·
North US Highway 281
14
Continue on US 183; US 190; US 281
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
North Key Avenue
15
Continue on US 183
35 mi
·
38 min
·
South US Highway 183
16
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
this road
17
Keep slight left at fork onto 183A Toll
14 mi
·
14 min
·
183A Toll Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on US 183
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US 183
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on 183 Toll
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Montopolis Drive, Patton Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
21
Turn straight onto US 183
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Ed Bluestein Boulevard
22
Take the ramp
486 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
23
Arrive at destination
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 3m estimated duration, leaving in the morning from Hamlin should allow you to reach Montopolis with plenty of daylight to spare. The total distance is 265.7 miles, and with one recommended stop, you can easily manage this in a single day. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $39, and plan your stop around the 51.8-mile stretch on US 183 to break up the drive. This route's highway-heavy profile means you can cover ground efficiently, so flexibility with your timing is a definite advantage.
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 132.8 miles from Hamlin, TX, or about 2h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.8 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 58 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 132.8 miles or 2h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 11m
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 Hamlin, 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 Hamlin, TX
This is one driving day of about 265.7 miles and 5h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Hamlin, 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 US 183 for about 51.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
133 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 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 132.8 miles from Hamlin, 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.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Rest Area US-84 US-283
0 mi from route
San Saba Picnic Area
0 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.9 mi from route
Lakeline Park
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.7 mi from route
~7 min detour
Cedar Park, Texas
+15124015500
Visit websiteParamount Theatre
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
First break
3.3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Abilene, Texas
+13256769620
Visit websiteAdamson-Spalding Storybook Garden
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
First break
3.1 mi from route
~8 min detour
Abilene, Texas
Visit website12th Armored Division Memorial
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
First break
3.3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Abilene, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+13256776515
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 websiteThe Discovery Center & Truth Bookstore
4.4
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the start, ~10 min detour
First break
3.9 mi from route
~10 min detour
Abilene, Texas
Hours: 1–5 pm
+13256735050
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 92.7 and 264.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
92.7 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
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US 84; US 283
Turn left onto US 84; US 283
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
156 mi into trip
|
~3h 1m in
|
US 183; TX 16
Turn right onto US 183; TX 16
Navigation decision point
3
193 mi into trip
|
~3h 42m in
|
US 183; US 190; US 281 / North US Highway 281
Merge onto US 183; US 190; US 281 / North US Highway 281
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
231 mi into trip
|
~4h 25m in
|
183A Toll / 183A Toll Road
Keep slight left at fork onto 183A Toll / 183A Toll Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
264.9 mi into trip
|
~5h 2m 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
$36.39 one way
$72.79 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
93 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $40.65 | $81.30 |
| premium | $4.23 | $44.20 | $88.39 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $50.17 | $100.34 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.00
183A Toll Road
(14.3 mi)
$1.00
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
$36
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 93 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 79.7 | 0 | $27.90 | $12.75 |
| Efficient EV | 66.4 | 0 | $23.25 | $10.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 106.3 | 1 | $37.20 | $17.00 |
Gas CO2
93 kg
EV CO2
31 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
Hamlin, TX
Morning in Hamlin on Monday
Local time
8:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
87°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
S 10 to 15 mph
63% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 6:45AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 6:45AM CDT until July 18 at 12:18AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
Montopolis, TX
Morning in Montopolis on Monday
Local time
8:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Partly Sunny
SSE 5 to 10 mph
6% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 6:45AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 6:45AM CDT until July 18 at 12:18AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio 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
4 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
5h 3m 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?
With 80% of this route on highways, you'll spend most of your time cruising. The longest stretch without a significant break is 51.8 miles on US 183. Expect to transition from highway driving to surface roads as you approach your destination. This setup suggests mostly rural cruising with fewer exits compared to more developed corridors.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51.8 mi on US 183.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 183 and US 83. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 92.7 miles in near US 84; US 283.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 3m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 92.7 miles (US 84; US 283): Lane positioning matters here; at 156 miles (US 183; TX 16): Navigation decision point; at 193 miles (US 183; US 190; US 281 / North US Highway 281): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,952 ft
463 ft
Total Climb
358 ft
Total Descent
1,616 ft
Highest Point
1,952 ft
~75.9 mi in
Elevation Range
1,489 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Hamlin, TX
Full guide →Founded 1907
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 5h 3m. Total distance: 265.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 51.8 miles on US 183. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.00 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 4 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.
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 4 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 92.7 miles (US 84; US 283): Lane positioning matters here; at 156 miles (US 183; TX 16): Navigation decision point; at 193 miles (US 183; US 190; US 281 / North US Highway 281): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 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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