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Trip from Montopolis, TX to Seminole, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 16m
Distance
385.6 mi
621 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 6m
★
6 AM
7h 16m
8 AM
7h 38m
10 AM
7h 24m
12 PM
7h 22m
3 PM
7h 25m
5 PM
7h 37m
8 PM
7h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montopolis, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Seminole, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Montopolis, TX to Seminole, TX is 385.6 miles and takes about 7h 16m via US Highway 87 North, with a fuel budget near $60 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip primarily stays within the Great Plains region, traversing flat, open terrain for most of its length. Given its mostly highway profile and manageable duration, it's a straightforward drive, ideal for a single day if you're looking for efficiency. Plan for a day with minimal scenic detours and a focus on covering ground.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
192.8 miles from Montopolis, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 87 North | 75.3 mi | 1h 15m |
| United States Highway 87 | 71.2 mi | 1h 16m |
| TX 71 | 55.3 mi | 1h |
| East State Highway 71 | 42 mi | 56m |
| West US Highway 180 | 38.7 mi | 43m |
| West Highway 71 | 22.4 mi | 31m |
| US 87 | 18.6 mi | 20m |
| South US Highway 87 | 18.1 mi | 18m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 87 North
— 75.3 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis, TX and Seminole, TX.
1
Start on this road
219 ft
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5 sec
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this road
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
2
Merge onto 183 Toll
0.8 mi
·
47 sec
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Bergstrom Expressway
3
Continue on US 183
0.2 mi
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13 sec
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Bastrop Highway
4
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward 183 Toll: Ben White Boulevard
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
5
Merge onto TX 71
6.5 mi
·
7 min
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TX 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 290; TX 71
4.9 mi
·
5 min
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US 290; TX 71
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn slight right onto West Highway 71
22 mi
·
31 min
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West Highway 71
8
Continue on TX 71
42 mi
·
56 min
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East State Highway 71
Use the right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 71
1.5 mi
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2 min
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TX 71
10
Turn left onto TX 29; TX 71
2.7 mi
·
3 min
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West Young Street
11
Continue on TX 71
47 mi
·
50 min
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TX 71
12
Turn right onto US 87; US 377
2.8 mi
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3 min
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US 87; US 377
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 87; US 190; US 377
0.3 mi
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19 sec
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Commerce Street
14
Turn straight onto US 87
71 mi
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1 hr 16 min
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United States Highway 87
15
Continue on US 87; Loop 306
4.1 mi
·
5 min
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South Bryant Boulevard
16
Continue on US 87; US 277
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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South Koenigheim Street
17
Continue on US 87; US 277; US 67 Bus
4.3 mi
·
6 min
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North Bryant Boulevard
18
Continue on US 87
23 mi
·
23 min
·
US Highway 87 North
19
Continue on US 87
16 mi
·
16 min
·
US 87
20
Turn straight onto US 87; TX 158; TX 163
52 mi
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52 min
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US Highway 87 North
21
Continue on US 87
15 mi
·
15 min
·
North US Highway 87
22
Continue on US 87
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
William Crooker Highway
23
Continue on US 87
18 mi
·
18 min
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South US Highway 87
24
Continue on US 87; US 180
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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South Dallas Avenue
25
Continue on US 87; US 180
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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South Lynn Avenue
26
Turn left onto US 180
0.7 mi
·
52 sec
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North 4th Street
27
Continue on US 180
1.6 mi
·
1 min
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Seminole Road
28
Continue on US 180
39 mi
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43 min
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West US Highway 180
29
Arrive at destination
US 180
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7h 16m drive, consider leaving Montopolis early to take advantage of daylight and avoid any potential afternoon traffic. With two recommended stops, you can break up the 385.6 miles and the longest stretch of 75.3 miles on US Highway 87 North. Keep an eye on fuel, especially as you get further into West Texas; the estimated $60 fuel cost is a good baseline, but local prices can vary. This is a manageable one-day trip, so you have flexibility with your departure time.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 192.8 miles from Montopolis, TX, or about 3h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.3 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 85 miles or 1h 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 192.8 miles or 3h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Seminole, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Montopolis, TX
This is one driving day of about 385.6 miles and 7h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 85 miles from Montopolis, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 87 North for about 75.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
193 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 85 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 192.8 miles from Montopolis, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 87 North if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75.3 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.
Picnic Area
0 mi from route
US-87 Knotts Picnic Area
0 mi from route
Coke County Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.9 mi from route
TA
1.9 mi from route
TXB Market
2.4 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
2.5 mi from route
Badu Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
2.9 mi from route
~7 min detour
Llano, Texas
Hours: Open 24 hours
+13252474158
Visit websiteAustin 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 79.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the exit toward 183 Toll: Ben White Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward 183 Toll: Ben White Boulevard
5
2 mi into trip
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~3m in
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TX 71
Merge onto TX 71
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
8.6 mi into trip
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~10m in
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US 290; TX 71
Keep slight left at fork onto US 290; TX 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
77.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
|
TX 71
Keep slight right at fork onto TX 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
79.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
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TX 29; TX 71 / West Young Street
Turn left onto TX 29; TX 71 / West Young Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$52.82 one way
$105.63 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
135 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $58.99 | $117.99 |
| premium | $4.23 | $64.14 | $128.28 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $72.81 | $145.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 134.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 115.7 | 1 | $40.49 | $18.51 |
| Efficient EV | 96.4 | 1 | $33.74 | $15.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 154.2 | 1 | $53.98 | $24.68 |
Gas CO2
135 kg
EV CO2
45 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
Montopolis, TX
Late night in Montopolis on Monday
Local time
12:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Cloudy
SE 5 mph
12% chance
Live forecast
Tornado Warning
Tornado Warning issued July 16 at 11:58PM CDT until July 17 at 12:45AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 11:42PM CDT until July 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
Seminole, TX
Late night in Seminole on Monday
Local time
12:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 5 mph
14% chance
Live forecast
Tornado Warning
Tornado Warning issued July 16 at 11:58PM CDT until July 17 at 12:45AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 16 at 11:42PM CDT until July 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
95°F
Brady, TX
193 mi in
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
10 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
7h 16m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park tells the story of our 36th president beginning with his ancestors until his final resting place on his beloved LBJ Ranch. This entire "circle of life" gives...
22 mi from route
~56 min detour
Free
near mile 53.2
Park Closure: Texas White House Complex Closure
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly on highways, with a 94% highway share. You'll experience a long stretch of 75.3 miles on US Highway 87 North, offering consistent cruising. The vast majority of your travel will be on these main arteries, meaning you can expect straightforward navigation with fewer turns. Expect mostly rural cruising with minimal urban merging.
94% 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: 75.3 mi on US Highway 87 North.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 87 North and United States Highway 87. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
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 385.6 miles you will encounter 9 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 1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (TX 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles (US 290; TX 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
3,297 ft
463 ft
Total Climb
3,031 ft
Total Descent
196 ft
Highest Point
3,297 ft
~385.6 mi in
Elevation Range
2,834 ft
About the Cities
Arriving in Seminole, 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 7h 16m. Total distance: 385.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 16m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 75.3 miles on US Highway 87 North. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 8 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 Seminole, 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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 8 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (TX 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles (US 290; TX 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.3 hours each way, a round trip means 14.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Seminole, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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