This 222.8-mile journey from Montopolis, TX to Redland, TX is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can easily be completed in about 4 hours and 17 minutes. With 97% of the route on main roads like TX 21 and TX 7, it's a smooth transit through the Great Plains region of Texas. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is $34, making it an economical option. Given its manageable length and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the drive.
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
111.4 miles from Montopolis, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
TX 21
79.2 mi
1h 31m
State Highway 21 East
65.2 mi
1h 11m
TX 7
33 mi
36m
Texas State Highway 71
18.9 mi
21m
TX 103
11.9 mi
12m
East State Highway 71
2.7 mi
3m
Bastrop Freeway
1.9 mi
2m
Ellen Trout Drive
1.8 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
TX 21
— 79.2 mi, about 1h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis, TX and Redland, 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
0.4 mi·26 sec·Bastrop Highway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward TX 71 East: Austin-Bergstrom International AirportUse the slight left / straight lanes.
5
Continue on TX 71
2.2 mi·2 min·East State Highway 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn straight onto 71 Toll
1.9 mi·2 min·Bastrop Freeway
Toward 71 Toll East, TX 45 Toll North, TX 130 Toll NorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on TX 71
0.5 mi·29 sec·East State Highway 71
8
Continue on TX 71
19 mi·21 min·Texas State Highway 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
10
Turn straight onto College Street
0.9 mi·1 min·College Street
11
Turn left onto TX 21; TX 95
0.4 mi·35 sec·State Highway 95
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto TX 21; Loop 150
0.8 mi·1 min·Chestnut Street
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on TX 21
65 mi·1 hr 11 min·State Highway 21 East
14
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 21
79 mi·1 hr 31 min·TX 21
15
At end of road, turn right onto TX 7; TX 21
33 mi·36 min·TX 7; TX 21
16
Continue on TX 103
12 mi·12 min·TX 103
17
Turn left onto TX 103; Loop 287
0.6 mi·55 sec·John Redditt Drive
18
Take the exit onto TX 103; Loop 287
0.3 mi·34 sec·TX 103; Loop 287
19
Continue on Loop 287
0.4 mi·46 sec·Loop 287 Frontage Road
20
Take the ramp onto Loop 287
0.1 mi·17 sec·Loop 287
21
Merge onto US 69; Loop 287
1.8 mi·2 min·Ellen Trout Drive
22
Take the exit
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward US 59 North, US 59 Business, FM 2021: Lufkin, Nacogdoches
23
Continue on this road
510 ft·23 sec·this road
Toward US 59 North, US 59 Business, FM 2021: Lufkin, Nacogdoches
24
Turn left onto US 59 Bus
0.3 mi·25 sec·North Timberland Drive
25
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
26
Merge onto US 59
1.4 mi·1 min·US 59
27
Turn left onto Winston 8 Ranch Road
0.8 mi·2 min·Winston 8 Ranch Road
28
Turn right
118 ft·5 sec
29
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
This 4-hour and 17-minute drive is ideal for a single-day excursion. Consider departing Montopolis, TX, in the morning to maximize daylight and allow ample time for your single planned stop. The longest stretch without a significant break is 79.2 miles, so plan your stop accordingly. With a fuel cost estimated at $34, it's a budget-friendly trip. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you travel primarily on TX 21 and TX 7, ensuring you have enough to reach Redland, TX, comfortably.
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 111.4 miles from Montopolis, TX, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.2 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 49 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.4 miles or 2h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Redland, 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 222.8 miles and 4h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 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 TX 21 for about 79.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 220.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.2 mi into trip|~1m in
Take the exit toward TX 71 East: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward TX 71 East: Austin-Bergstrom Internation...
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward 71 Toll East, TX 45 Toll North, TX 130 T...
6
26.3 mi into trip|~31m in|TX 21; TX 95 / State Highway 95
Turn left onto TX 21; TX 95 / State Highway 95
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
219.9 mi into trip|~4h 10m in
Take the exit toward US 59 North, US 59 Business, FM 2021: Lufkin, Nacogdoches
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 59 North, US 59 Business, FM 2021: Lu...
5
220.1 mi into trip|~4h 11m in|US 59 Bus / North Timberland Drive
Turn left onto US 59 Bus / North Timberland Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.67 one way
$67.33 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$36.85
$73.70
premium
$4.54
$39.78
$79.56
diesel
$5.61
$49.19
$98.38
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66.8
0
$23.39
$10.69
Efficient EV
55.7
0
$19.50
$8.91
EV Truck/SUV
89.1
1
$31.19
$14.26
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Montopolis, TX
Night
in Montopolis on Saturday
Local time
11:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 10:11PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 16 at 8:59PM CDT until April 17 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
Destination
Redland, TX
Night
in Redland on Saturday
Local time
11:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
12 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
4h 17m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this drive, with 97% of your travel occurring on main roads, including TX 21 and TX 7. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 79.2 miles on TX 21, offering a solid period of consistent driving. This route is characterized by its efficient, straightforward nature, minimizing time spent on slower, more complex roads. You'll experience the open feel of Texas highways as you make your way across the Great Plains.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 79.2 mi on TX 21.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on TX 21 and State Highway 21 East. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 222.8 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 1.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (71 Toll / Bastrop Freeway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.3 miles (TX 21; TX 95 / State Highway 95): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 17m. Total distance: 222.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 79.2 miles on TX 21. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Redland, 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 1.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (71 Toll / Bastrop Freeway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.3 miles (TX 21; TX 95 / State Highway 95): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Redland, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
