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Trip from Montopolis, TX to Olney, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 11, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 10m
Distance
264.5 mi
426 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 57m
★
6 AM
5h 10m
8 AM
5h 37m
10 AM
5h 20m
12 PM
5h 17m
3 PM
5h 21m
5 PM
5h 36m
8 PM
5h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montopolis, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Olney, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Montopolis, TX to Olney, TX is 264.5 miles and takes about 5h 10m via North US Highway 281, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, offering a straightforward drive. With most of the trip on main roads, it's a practical choice for a single-day transit. The estimated fuel cost is around $38, so plan accordingly. Given the relatively short duration, this trip is easily manageable within a single day.
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
132.3 miles from Montopolis, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North US Highway 281 | 80 mi | 1h 30m |
| Morgan Mill Road | 39.9 mi | 44m |
| North US Highway 183 | 35.7 mi | 38m |
| State Highway 337 | 21.1 mi | 21m |
| US 183 | 14.6 mi | 16m |
| 183A Toll | 14.6 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 16 | 14.2 mi | 20m |
| State Highway 114 East | 9.8 mi | 14m |
Longest stretch:
North US Highway 281
— 80 mi, about 1h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis, TX and Olney, TX.
1
Start on this road
219 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
2
Merge onto 183 Toll
0.8 mi
·
47 sec
·
Bergstrom Expressway
3
Continue on US 183
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Bastrop Highway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
4
Take the exit
136 ft
·
10 sec
Use the left lane.
5
Turn sharp left onto US 183
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 183 South
6
Continue on 183 Toll
6.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 183
15 mi
·
16 min
·
US 183
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on 183A Toll
15 mi
·
14 min
·
183A Toll
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on US 183
36 mi
·
38 min
·
North US Highway 183
10
Continue on US 183
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
South Key Avenue
11
Continue on US 183; US 190; US 281
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
North US Highway 281
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 281
43 mi
·
49 min
·
North US Highway 281
13
Continue on US 281
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Rice Street
14
Continue on US 281
19 mi
·
20 min
·
North US Highway 281
15
Continue on US 281
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
South Walnut Street
16
At end of road, turn left onto US 281; TX 6
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
North 2nd Street
17
Continue on US 281; TX 6
18 mi
·
20 min
·
North US Highway 281
18
Continue on US 281
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Road
19
Continue on US 281
40 mi
·
44 min
·
Morgan Mill Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on US 281
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Oak Avenue
21
Turn left onto US 180; BH
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Hubbard Street
22
Continue on US 180; BH
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US Highway 180 West
23
Turn right onto TX 337
21 mi
·
21 min
·
State Highway 337
24
Continue on TX 16
14 mi
·
20 min
·
State Highway 16
25
Continue on TX 16
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Elm Street
26
Continue on US Highway 380 West
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
US Highway 380 West
27
Turn right onto FM 1769
8.0 mi
·
14 min
·
FM 1769
28
Turn left onto TX 114
9.8 mi
·
14 min
·
State Highway 114 East
29
Continue on TX 114
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
East Main Street
30
Arrive at destination
TX 114
Trip Plan
Consider leaving Montopolis, TX in the morning to make the most of daylight for the 5h 10m drive. With only one recommended stop and a 264.5-mile distance, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 80-mile stretch on North US Highway 281, as services might be more spread out. The estimated fuel cost is $38, so ensure you have sufficient funds or a card ready. This is a manageable one-day trip, so you can depart when you're ready.
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 132.3 miles from Montopolis, TX, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80 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 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 132.3 miles or 2h 27m 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 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Olney, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Montopolis, 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 Montopolis, TX
This is one driving day of about 264.5 miles and 5h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Montopolis, 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 North US Highway 281 for about 80 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
132 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 132.3 miles from Montopolis, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before North US Highway 281 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 80 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.
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Austin Bat Tours
4.4
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the start, ~9 min detour
3.5 mi from route
~9 min detour
Austin, Texas
Hours: 9 am–10 pm
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 141.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Depart toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
Navigation decision point
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
5
1.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 183 / US Highway 183 South
Turn sharp left onto US 183 / US Highway 183 South
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
76.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
US 281 / North US Highway 281
Keep slight right at fork onto US 281 / North US Highway 281
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
141.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 37m in
|
US 281; TX 6 / North 2nd Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 281; TX 6 / North 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.48 one way
$82.95 round trip
$3.98/gal
25.4 MPG avg
93 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $45.62 | $91.24 |
| premium | $4.72 | $49.18 | $98.36 |
| diesel | $6.20 | $64.55 | $129.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-05.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 79.4 | 0 | $27.77 | $12.70 |
| Efficient EV | 66.1 | 0 | $23.14 | $10.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 105.8 | 1 | $37.03 | $16.93 |
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
Montopolis, TX
Morning in Montopolis on Sunday
Local time
6:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
93°F
Sunny
SW 0 to 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 9 at 11:56PM CDT until October 11 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 9 at 11:19PM CDT until October 10 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Destination
Olney, TX
Morning in Olney on Sunday
Local time
6:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
93°F
Sunny
S 5 to 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 9 at 11:56PM CDT until October 11 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 9 at 11:19PM CDT until October 10 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
5h 10m 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 route is primarily highway driving, with 75% of the 264.5 miles on main roads like North US Highway 281 and North US Highway 183. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 80 miles on North US Highway 281, offering sustained cruising. The transition from highway to surface roads will happen as you approach your destination in Olney, TX. Expect mostly rural cruising with minimal urban merging.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 80 mi on North US Highway 281.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North US Highway 281 and Morgan Mill Road. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 264.5 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (US 183 / US Highway 183 South): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,308 ft
463 ft
Total Climb
1,342 ft
Total Descent
622 ft
Highest Point
1,308 ft
~151.2 mi in
Elevation Range
845 ft
About the Cities
Arriving in Olney, TX
Full guide →Founded 1909
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 10m. Total distance: 264.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 80 miles on North US Highway 281. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 2 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 2 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles (US 183 / US Highway 183 South): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.2 hours each way, a round trip means 10.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Olney, 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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