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Trip from Madisonville, TX to Montopolis, TX

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 36m

Distance

136.1 mi

219 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 26m ★
6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 58m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 57m
8 PM
2h 31m

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 and county seat of Madison County, Texas, United States

Madisonville, TX

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Trip Overview

This 136.1-mile drive from Madisonville, TX to Montopolis, TX is a straightforward, single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 36 minutes. With about 71% of the journey on highways, it offers a focused driving experience. A fuel budget of around $21 makes it an economical choice for a quick getaway. This route remains within the Great Plains region, so expect consistent scenery. It's an ideal route for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop, and the single recommended stop offers flexibility in pacing.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

68 miles from Madisonville, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
West State Highway 21 71.4 mi 1h 19m
East Main Street 35.4 mi 40m
TX 21 17.1 mi 19m
State Highway 71 East 2.3 mi 2m
East State Highway 71 2.2 mi 2m
Bastrop Freeway 1.9 mi 2m
San Jacinto Avenue 1.3 mi 2m
Airport Boulevard 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: West State Highway 21 — 71.4 mi, about 1h 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on US 190; TX 21

35 mi · 40 min · East Main Street
2

Continue on TX 21

1.3 mi · 2 min · San Jacinto Avenue
3

Continue on TX 21

71 mi · 1 hr 19 min · West State Highway 21
4

Turn left onto TX 95

0.3 mi · 29 sec · State Highway 95
Use the left / straight lanes.
5

Turn right onto TX 21

409 ft · 10 sec · State Highway 71 East
Use the right lane.
6

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 49 sec
Toward TX 21 West, TX 71 West
7

Merge onto TX 21; TX 71

2.2 mi · 2 min · State Highway 71 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on TX 71; TX 21

0.7 mi · 49 sec · TX 71; TX 21
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Continue on TX 21; TX 71

17 mi · 19 min · TX 21; TX 71
10

Continue on 71 Toll

1.9 mi · 2 min · Bastrop Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on TX 71

2.2 mi · 2 min · East State Highway 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Merge onto US 183

0.4 mi · 26 sec · Bastrop Highway
14

Continue on 183 Toll

0.7 mi · 40 sec · Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

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.
16

Keep slight right at fork onto Loop 111

0.2 mi · 33 sec · Airport Boulevard
17

Continue on Loop 111

0.5 mi · 42 sec · Airport Boulevard
18

Continue on US 183

0.1 mi · 8 sec · Ed Bluestein Boulevard
19

Take the ramp

486 ft · 11 sec
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
20

Arrive at destination

Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart

Trip Plan

Given its manageable 2-hour and 36-minute duration, this 136.1-mile trip is best suited for a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight hours and allow ample time for your single recommended stop without feeling rushed. The estimated fuel cost is $21, so ensure your tank is full before leaving Madisonville, as the longest stretch without a town is over 70 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during that extended highway segment on West State Highway 21.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68 miles from Madisonville, TX, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.4 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 30 miles or 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 68 miles or 1h 18m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 7m

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 Madisonville, 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 Madisonville, TX

This is one driving day of about 136.1 miles and 2h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Madisonville, 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 West State Highway 21 for about 71.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Giddings, TX

68 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

College Station, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lexington, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 68 miles from Madisonville, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before West State Highway 21 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.4 miles.

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.

Aggieland Safari

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Bryan, Texas

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19795995440

Visit website

Austin 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 website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 108.1 and 134.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
108.1 mi into trip | ~2h 2m in | TX 95 / State Highway 95

Turn left onto TX 95 / State Highway 95

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.
4
108.5 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in | TX 21 / State Highway 71 East

Turn right onto TX 21 / State Highway 71 East

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
108.9 mi into trip | ~2h 4m in | TX 21; TX 71 / State Highway 71 East

Merge onto TX 21; TX 71 / State Highway 71 East

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
133 mi into trip | ~2h 32m 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
134.6 mi into trip | ~2h 34m 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

$20.57 one way

$41.13 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 48 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $22.51 $45.02
premium $4.54 $24.30 $48.60
diesel $5.61 $30.05 $60.10

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 47.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 40.8 0 $14.29 $6.53
Efficient EV 34 0 $11.91 $5.44
EV Truck/SUV 54.4 0 $19.05 $8.71

Gas CO2

48 kg

EV CO2

16 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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Madisonville, TX

Late night in Madisonville on Tuesday

Local time

4:23 AM

CDT

Current temp

65°F

Partly Cloudy

S 10 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 16 at 6:58PM CDT until April 16 at 7:15PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 16 at 4:16PM CDT until April 16 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX

Destination

Montopolis, TX

Late night in Montopolis on Tuesday

Local time

4:23 AM

CDT

Current temp

69°F

Mostly Cloudy

S 5 to 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 16 at 6:58PM CDT until April 16 at 7:15PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 16 at 4:16PM CDT until April 16 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Lubbock 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

2h 36m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with over 70% of the 136.1 miles utilizing main roads like West State Highway 21 and TX 21. You'll encounter a longest stretch of uninterrupted driving measuring 71.4 miles on West State Highway 21. While the majority of the drive is on well-maintained highways, the transition through East Main Street in Madisonville might offer a brief change of pace before rejoining the open road. Expect a consistent driving rhythm for much of the journey.

71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 71.4 mi on West State Highway 21.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West State Highway 21 and East Main Street. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 108.1 miles in near TX 95 / State Highway 95.

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 136.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 108.1 miles (TX 95 / State Highway 95): Lane positioning matters here; at 108.5 miles (TX 21 / State Highway 71 East): Lane positioning matters here; at 108.9 miles (TX 21; TX 71 / State Highway 71 East): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Madisonville, TX

Full guide →

Top landmarks

  • • Woodbine Hotel and Restaurant — historic place in Madisonville, Madison County, Texas

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 2h 36m. Total distance: 136.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 71.4 miles on West State Highway 21. 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.

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

The main spots that need attention: at 108.1 miles (TX 95 / State Highway 95): Lane positioning matters here; at 108.5 miles (TX 21 / State Highway 71 East): Lane positioning matters here; at 108.9 miles (TX 21; TX 71 / State Highway 71 East): 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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