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Trip from Midway South, TX to Montopolis, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 59m
Distance
308.5 mi
496 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 46m
★
6 AM
5h 59m
8 AM
6h 25m
10 AM
6h 8m
12 PM
6h 6m
3 PM
6h 9m
5 PM
6h 24m
8 PM
5h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Midway South, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Montopolis, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
Midway South, TX to Montopolis, TX is 308.5 miles and takes about 5h 59m via I 69C and US 281, with a fuel budget near $45 and enough daylight to finish in a day. You'll be traveling entirely within Texas, moving from the Great Plains region to another part of the Great Plains. This route is primarily highway driving, making it a straightforward option for getting between these two points. With a recommended one-day drive, you should have plenty of time to complete the trip comfortably.
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
154.2 miles from Midway South, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 53m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69C | 92 mi | 1h 43m |
| US 281 | 57.1 mi | 1h |
| King David Drive | 31.8 mi | 39m |
| State Highway 80 North | 30.8 mi | 35m |
| State Highway 80 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| US Highway 183 South | 11.8 mi | 15m |
| Nueces Street | 11.1 mi | 14m |
| US 183 | 10.1 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
I 69C
— 92 mi, about 1h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Midway South, TX and Montopolis, TX.
1
Start on Live Oak Avenue
495 ft
·
27 sec
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Live Oak Avenue
2
Continue on Live Oak Avenue
377 ft
·
18 sec
·
Live Oak Avenue
3
Turn right onto 7W
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Midway Road
4
Turn left onto US 83 Bus
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Hooks Avenue
5
Turn right onto FM 493
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Salinas Boulevard
6
Turn left onto West Expressway 83
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Expressway 83
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
8
Merge onto I 2; US 83
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
I 2; US 83
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 146A
Toward I 69C North, US 281: Edinburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 69C
22 mi
·
23 min
·
I 69C
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on US 281
57 mi
·
1 hr
·
US 281
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69C; US 281
70 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
I 69C; US 281
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 281
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Nueces Street
14
Turn right onto TX 72
32 mi
·
39 min
·
King David Drive
15
Continue on TX 72; TX 239
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
16
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 72; TX 239
233 ft
·
3 sec
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East Main Street
17
Continue on FM 792
8.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Helena Road
18
Turn straight onto TX 80
24 mi
·
25 min
·
State Highway 80
19
Continue on TX 80
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Nixon Avenue
20
Continue on TX 80; TX 97
31 mi
·
35 min
·
State Highway 80 North
21
Continue on US 183
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 183
22
Continue on US 183
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
South Colorado Street
23
Continue on US 183
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
United States Highway 183
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
Toward TX 130 Toll North: Austin, Waco
25
Merge onto TX 130 Toll
9.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Pickle Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 460
Toward US 183 North: Austin
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Continue on US 183
12 mi
·
15 min
·
US Highway 183 South
Use the left lane.
28
Continue on 183 Toll
0.7 mi
·
40 sec
·
Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
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.
30
Keep slight right at fork onto Loop 111
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Airport Boulevard
31
Continue on Loop 111
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
Airport Boulevard
32
Continue on US 183
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Ed Bluestein Boulevard
33
Take the ramp
486 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
34
Arrive at destination
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 59m estimated drive time, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to allow ample daylight for your travels. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in choosing your break points. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $45, and plan your refueling stops accordingly. Since you'll be on I 69C for a significant portion, be aware of the increased traffic and exit frequency in those areas.
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 154.2 miles from Midway South, TX, or about 2h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92 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 68 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 154.2 miles or 2h 53m 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 52m
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 Midway South, 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 Midway South, TX
This is one driving day of about 308.5 miles and 5h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 68 miles from Midway South, 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 I 69C for about 92 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
154 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 68 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 154.2 miles from Midway South, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69C if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 92 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.
Rest Area
0 mi from route
Brooks County Rest Area
0 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.5 mi from route
Gibson Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
1.4 mi from route
~4 min detour
Weslaco, Texas
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+19564473407
Visit websiteMuseum of South Texas History
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
First break
3.3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Edinburg, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+19563836911
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 websiteEdinburg Scenic Wetlands & World Birding Center
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, ~10 min detour
First break
4.1 mi from route
~10 min detour
Edinburg, Texas
Hours: 8 am–6 pm
+19563819922
Visit websiteEstero Llano Grande State Park
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, ~11 min detour
4.4 mi from route
~11 min detour
Weslaco, Texas
Hours: 8 am–10 pm
+19565653919
Visit websiteSouth Texas Motorcycle Museum
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, ~10 min detour
First break
3.9 mi from route
~10 min detour
Edinburg, Texas
Hours: Closed
+19562920770
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 3.4 and 307 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
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I 2; US 83
Merge onto I 2; US 83
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
11.1 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward I 69C North, US 281: Edinburg
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 146A
Toward I 69C North, US 281: Edinburg
6
283.9 mi into trip
|
~5h 30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward TX 130 Toll North: Austin, Waco
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TX 130 Toll North: Austin, Waco
7
294.2 mi into trip
|
~5h 39m in
Take the exit toward US 183 North: Austin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 460
Toward US 183 North: Austin
7
307 mi into trip
|
~5h 56m 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
$47.23 one way
$94.47 round trip
$3.89/gal
25.4 MPG avg
108 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.29 | $52.13 | $104.26 |
| premium | $4.64 | $56.33 | $112.66 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $75.05 | $150.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 107.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 92.6 | 1 | $32.39 | $14.81 |
| Efficient EV | 77.1 | 0 | $26.99 | $12.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 123.4 | 1 | $43.19 | $19.74 |
Gas CO2
108 kg
EV CO2
36 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.
Origin
Midway South, TX
Late night in Midway South on Monday
Local time
3:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Mostly Clear
NNW 8 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 18 at 2:18AM CDT until October 20 at 7:32PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:12AM CDT until October 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Brownsville TX
Destination
Montopolis, TX
Late night in Montopolis on Monday
Local time
3:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Partly Cloudy
0 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 18 at 2:18AM CDT until October 20 at 7:32PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:12AM CDT until October 18 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Brownsville 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 59m 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?
This drive is mostly highway, with 79% of the 308.5 miles on major roads like I 69C and US 281. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 92 miles on I 69C before transitioning to surface roads like King David Drive. Expect to see a good number of exits and merges as you navigate this stretch. The majority of your time will be spent on high-speed, limited-access highways.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 92 mi on I 69C.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69C and US 281. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in near I 2; US 83.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 308.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles (I 2; US 83): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 283.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
583 ft
80 ft
Total Climb
778 ft
Total Descent
395 ft
Highest Point
583 ft
~286.4 mi in
Elevation Range
502 ft
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 Midway South, TX to Montopolis, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Waco along the way.
Waco
283.9 mi in
|
~5h 30m
About the Cities
Starting in Midway South, 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 5h 59m. Total distance: 308.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 92 miles on I 69C. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 11 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.
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. There are 11 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles (I 2; US 83): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 283.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 12.0 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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