Origin
La Grange, TX
Morning in La Grange on Tuesday
Local time
11:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from La Grange, TX to Montopolis, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
59.9 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
La Grange, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
This 59.9-mile drive from La Grange, TX to Montopolis, TX is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 7 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $9, it's an economical option for a day trip. You'll spend 93% of your time on major roadways, primarily West State Highway 71 Bypass and East State Highway 71, making it a consistent drive. Both your starting and ending points are within the Great Plains region, so you can expect a familiar landscape throughout. This route is best suited for a single day of travel, requiring no overnight stops.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West State Highway 71 Bypass | 50.9 mi | 55m |
| East State Highway 71 | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| Bastrop Freeway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| South Jefferson Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Airport Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Bergstrom Expressway | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Bastrop Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Ed Bluestein Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West State Highway 71 Bypass
— 50.9 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Grange, TX and Montopolis, TX.
1
Start on US 77
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Jefferson Street
2
Turn left onto West State Highway 71 Bypass
366 ft
·
8 sec
·
West State Highway 71 Bypass
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
4
Merge onto TX 71
51 mi
·
54 min
·
West State Highway 71 Bypass
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on TX 71
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
East State Highway 71
6
Continue on 71 Toll
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bastrop Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on TX 71
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East State Highway 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto US 183
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
Bastrop Highway
10
Continue on 183 Toll
0.7 mi
·
40 sec
·
Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
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.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto Loop 111
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Airport Boulevard
13
Continue on Loop 111
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
Airport Boulevard
14
Continue on US 183
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Ed Bluestein Boulevard
15
Take the ramp
486 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
16
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
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30 miles from La Grange, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 58.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
West State Highway 71 Bypass
Turn left onto West State Highway 71 Bypass
Navigation decision point
4
1.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
TX 71 / West State Highway 71 Bypass
Merge onto TX 71 / West State Highway 71 Bypass
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
56.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m 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
58.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m 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
$9.05 one way
$18.10 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $9.91 | $19.81 |
| premium | $4.54 | $10.69 | $21.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.23 | $26.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18 | 0 | $6.29 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.24 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.39 | $3.83 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Morning in Montopolis on Tuesday
Local time
11:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Bastrop, TX
30 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
19 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
1h 7m 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 predominantly highway experience on this trip, with the road profile being "Highway-focused drive." You'll be on major roads for most of the 59.9 miles, with a significant 93% of the journey taking place on these faster routes. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 50.9 miles on West State Highway 71 Bypass, offering a sustained period of open road. The Bastrop Freeway will also be a key part of your drive. This route is designed for efficient travel, minimizing slower, more winding sections.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.9 mi on West State Highway 71 Bypass.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West State Highway 71 Bypass and East State Highway 71. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near West State Highway 71 Bypass.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 59.9 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.3 miles (West State Highway 71 Bypass): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (TX 71 / West State Highway 71 Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 La Grange, TX to Montopolis, TX, road signs begin pointing toward 183 Toll North: Lampasas along the way.
183 Toll North: Lampasas
56.9 mi in
|
~1h 2m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 59.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50.9 miles on West State Highway 71 Bypass. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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 1.3 miles (West State Highway 71 Bypass): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (TX 71 / West State Highway 71 Bypass): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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