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Trip from Montopolis, TX to Wildwood, 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

4h 56m

Distance

252 mi

405 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$38

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 43m ★
6 AM
4h 57m
8 AM
5h 24m
10 AM
5h 6m
12 PM
5h 3m
3 PM
5h 7m
5 PM
5h 22m
8 PM
4h 49m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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gated community and census-designated place in Hardin and Tyler counties, Texas, United States

Wildwood, TX

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Trip Overview

This 252-mile journey from Montopolis, TX, to Wildwood, TX, is a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 56 minutes. Primarily following US 190, State Highway 21 East, and TX 30, this route is almost entirely highway driving, making it efficient for covering ground. With an estimated fuel cost of $38, it's an economical option for a quick trip. Both Montopolis and Wildwood are situated within the Great Plains region of Texas, so you won't be crossing major geographical divides. This drive offers a practical way to travel between these two points without significant detours or extended stops.

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

126 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
US 190 74.3 mi 1h 24m
State Highway 21 East 65.2 mi 1h 11m
TX 30 49.1 mi 58m
Texas State Highway 71 18.9 mi 21m
US Highway 69 South 18.5 mi 21m
TX 21 5.5 mi 6m
Boonville Road 3.2 mi 4m
East State Highway 71 2.7 mi 3m
Longest stretch: US 190 — 74.3 mi, about 1h 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis, TX and Wildwood, 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 Airport Use 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 North Use 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

5.5 mi · 6 min · TX 21
15

Turn right onto FM 158

1.0 mi · 1 min · West William J Bryan Parkway
16

Continue on FM 158

2.2 mi · 3 min · East William J Bryan Parkway
17

Continue on FM 158

3.2 mi · 4 min · Boonville Road
18

Continue on FM 158

0.8 mi · 1 min · Farm-to-Market Road 158
19

Continue on TX 30

49 mi · 58 min · TX 30
20

Continue on US 190

74 mi · 1 hr 24 min · US 190
21

Turn right onto US 69; US 287

1.5 mi · 1 min · South Magnolia Street
22

Continue on US 69; US 287

19 mi · 21 min · US Highway 69 South
23

Turn right onto FM 3063

2.4 mi · 5 min · FM 3063
24

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 30 sec
25

Turn right onto Wildwood Drive

0.6 mi · 1 min · Wildwood Drive
26

Arrive at destination

Wildwood Drive

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour 56-minute duration, this route is perfectly suited for a one-day trip. Aim for an early morning departure from Montopolis to maximize your daylight hours and avoid potential afternoon traffic. You'll only need one planned stop, so consider breaking up the 74.3-mile stretch on US 190 for a quick stretch or to refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading into longer stretches, and take advantage of the ample highway conditions to maintain a steady pace toward Wildwood.

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 126 miles from Montopolis, TX, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.3 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 55 miles or 1h 3m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 126 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

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wildwood, 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 252 miles and 4h 56m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 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 US 190 for about 74.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Brazos County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

College Station, TX

126 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

Giddings, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

College Station, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 126 miles from Montopolis, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 190 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.3 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.

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 website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 92.7 — 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...
5
3.9 mi into trip | ~4m in | 71 Toll / Bastrop Freeway

Turn straight onto 71 Toll / Bastrop Freeway toward 71 Toll East, TX 45 Toll North, TX 130 Toll North

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.
4
26.7 mi into trip | ~31m in | TX 21; Loop 150 / Chestnut Street

Turn right onto TX 21; Loop 150 / Chestnut Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
4
92.7 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in | TX 21

Keep slight left at fork onto TX 21

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$38.08 one way

$76.16 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 88 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $41.68 $83.36
premium $4.54 $44.99 $89.99
diesel $5.61 $55.64 $111.28

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$38

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$63–$88

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 88.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 75.6 0 $26.46 $12.10
Efficient EV 63 0 $22.05 $10.08
EV Truck/SUV 100.8 1 $35.28 $16.13

Gas CO2

88 kg

EV CO2

29 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 18, 2026

Origin

Montopolis, TX

Late night in Montopolis on Tuesday

Local time

3:59 AM

CDT

Current temp

66°F

Mostly Cloudy

S 5 to 10 mph 5% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 12:44AM CDT by NWS Norman OK

Freeze Warning

Freeze Warning issued April 18 at 12:34AM CDT until April 18 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

Destination

Wildwood, TX

Late night in Wildwood on Tuesday

Local time

3:59 AM

CDT

Current temp

66°F

Mostly Cloudy

S 0 to 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 12:44AM CDT by NWS Norman OK

Freeze Warning

Freeze Warning issued April 18 at 12:34AM CDT until April 18 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Amarillo 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

4h 56m 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?

Expect a highway-focused drive for 96% of this trip. The road will largely feel like an open highway, allowing for consistent speed and minimal distractions. You'll encounter a longest stretch of uninterrupted driving for 74.3 miles on US 190, which means you can settle in for a solid portion of the journey. While primarily highway, the transition between US 190, State Highway 21 East, and TX 30 will offer slight variations in scenery and road conditions, but the overall character remains that of efficient travel across the Texas landscape.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.3 mi on US 190.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 190 and State Highway 21 East. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 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 252 miles you will encounter 12 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 1.2 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 56m. Total distance: 252 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 74.3 miles on US 190. 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 Wildwood, 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 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Wildwood, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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