Origin
Lone Star, TX
Morning in Lone Star on Sunday
Local time
10:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lone Star, 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
1h 22m
Distance
71.8 mi
116 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lone Star, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
This 71.8-mile drive from Lone Star, TX to Montopolis, TX will take approximately 1 hour and 22 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily travel on South Fort Hood Street, Purple Heart Trail, and Bergstrom Expressway. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $11. This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive' within the Great Plains region, so be prepared for frequent directional changes. With no recommended stops and a relatively short duration, this trip offers a straightforward journey between two points in Texas.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Fort Hood Street | 33.8 mi | 37m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 24.7 mi | 26m |
| Bergstrom Expressway | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| East Veterans Memorial Boulevard | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| US 183 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| North Interstate 35 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Ed Bluestein Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 46th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Fort Hood Street
— 33.8 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lone Star, TX and Montopolis, TX.
1
Start on 46th Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
46th Street
2
Turn right onto US 190 Bus
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Veterans Memorial Boulevard
3
Turn left onto TX 195
34 mi
·
37 min
·
South Fort Hood Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
5
Continue on North Interstate 35
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
North Interstate 35
6
Continue on North Interstate 35
0.6 mi
·
46 sec
·
North Interstate 35
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 35 South: Austin
8
Merge onto I 35
25 mi
·
26 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 240B
Toward US 183: Lockhart, Lampasas
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 183 South: Lockhart
Use the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto US 183
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 183
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on 183 Toll
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Montopolis Drive, Patton Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn straight onto US 183
0.4 mi
·
30 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
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.9 miles from Lone Star, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 3.1 and 71.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.1 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
TX 195 / South Fort Hood Street
Turn left onto TX 195 / South Fort Hood Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
38.1 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
I 35 / Purple Heart Trail
Merge onto I 35 / Purple Heart Trail
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
62.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward US 183: Lockhart, 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.
Exit 240B
Toward US 183: Lockhart, Lampasas
7
63.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 183 South: Lockhart
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 183 South: Lockhart
7
71.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m 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
$10.85 one way
$21.70 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $11.88 | $23.75 |
| premium | $4.54 | $12.82 | $25.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.85 | $31.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.54 | $3.45 |
| Efficient EV | 18 | 0 | $6.28 | $2.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.7 | 0 | $10.05 | $4.60 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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 Sunday
Local time
10:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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 22m 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 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 71.8-mile trip. While only 11% of the route involves highways, you'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 33.8 miles on South Fort Hood Street. This suggests a journey that is more about navigating local roads with various turns rather than a continuous highway cruise. The character of the drive will likely shift as you move from local streets to more arterial roads, requiring your attention to navigation throughout the 1 hour and 22-minute duration.
Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.8 mi on South Fort Hood Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near TX 195 / South Fort Hood Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 3.1 miles (TX 195 / South Fort Hood Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.1 miles (I 35 / Purple Heart Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Lone Star, TX to Montopolis, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Lampasas along the way.
Lampasas
62.9 mi in
|
~1h 11m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 71.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.8 miles on South Fort Hood Street. 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 3.1 miles (TX 195 / South Fort Hood Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 38.1 miles (I 35 / Purple Heart Trail): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.9 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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