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Trip from Presidio, TX to Montopolis, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
8h 42m
Distance
494.7 mi
796 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$68
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
8h 35m
★
6 AM
8h 43m
8 AM
8h 58m
10 AM
8h 48m
12 PM
8h 46m
3 PM
8h 49m
5 PM
8h 57m
8 PM
8h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Presidio, TX
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Montopolis, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
This nearly 500-mile journey from Presidio, Texas, to Montopolis, Texas, spans 494.7 miles and will take an estimated 8 hours and 42 minutes to complete. Given the distance and duration, it's best suited for a two-day trip, allowing for a more relaxed pace. The drive primarily utilizes the La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor and US Highway 67, with a portion on East US Highway 290. You'll encounter a mixed drive profile, so be prepared for varied road conditions. With an estimated fuel cost of $75, this route offers a straightforward way to cover significant ground within the Great Plains region of Texas.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
247.3 miles from Presidio, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 17m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor | 228.3 mi | 3h 34m |
| US Highway 67 | 80 mi | 1h 27m |
| East US Highway 290 | 58.1 mi | 1h 8m |
| US Highway 290 | 39 mi | 42m |
| South US Higway 67 | 25.4 mi | 28m |
| US Highway 90 East | 24.9 mi | 26m |
| US 290 | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| East US Highway 90 | 7.6 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
— 228.3 mi, about 3h 34m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~487 veh/hr typical · worst 873
Quietest
3 AM
~90 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
5.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 51 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Presidio, TX and Montopolis, TX.
1
Start on West O'Reilly Street
81 ft
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9 sec
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West O'Reilly Street
2
Turn sharp right onto US 67 Bus
0.6 mi
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1 min
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North Erma Avenue
3
Keep slight left at fork onto US 67 Bus; FM 170
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
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US 67 Business
4
Turn right onto US 67; FM 170
54 mi
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59 min
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US Highway 67
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 67
4.1 mi
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4 min
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US Highway 67
6
Continue on US 67
0.4 mi
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51 sec
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South Highland Street
7
Turn right onto US 67; US 90
0.4 mi
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56 sec
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East San Antonio Street
8
Continue on US 67; US 90
25 mi
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26 min
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US Highway 90 East
9
Continue on US 67; US 90
1.6 mi
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1 min
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West Holland Avenue
10
Continue on US 67; US 90
7.6 mi
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8 min
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East US Highway 90
11
Turn slight left onto US 67
22 mi
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24 min
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US Highway 67
12
Continue on US 67
25 mi
·
28 min
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South US Higway 67
13
Turn right onto Interstate 10 West
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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Interstate 10 West
14
Take the ramp onto La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
228 mi
·
3 hr 34 min
·
La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor
Toward I 10 East: Fort Stockton
15
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Exit 477
Toward US 290 East: Fredericksburg
16
Continue on US 290
39 mi
·
42 min
·
US Highway 290
17
Continue on US 290; US 87
3.5 mi
·
7 min
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West Main Street
18
Continue on US 290
27 mi
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30 min
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East US Highway 290
19
Continue on US 290
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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West Main Street
20
Take the exit onto US 290
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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US 290
21
Merge onto US 281; US 290
5.4 mi
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6 min
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South US Highway 281
22
Turn slight left onto US 290
31 mi
·
37 min
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East US Highway 290
Toward US 290: Austin
Use the left lane.
23
Continue on US 290
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
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West US Highway 290
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
25
Continue on West US Highway 290
2.0 mi
·
2 min
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West US Highway 290
26
Continue on US 290; TX 71
11 mi
·
12 min
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US 290; TX 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
Toward US 183 North
Use the right lane.
28
Merge onto US 183
0.9 mi
·
59 sec
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US 183
29
Continue on 183 Toll
0.7 mi
·
40 sec
·
Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
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.
31
Keep slight right at fork onto Loop 111
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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Airport Boulevard
32
Continue on Loop 111
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
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Airport Boulevard
33
Continue on US 183
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
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Ed Bluestein Boulevard
34
Take the ramp
486 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
35
Arrive at destination
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 8-hour, 42-minute drive, plan for an overnight stop. Starting early in the morning from Presidio will give you ample daylight for your first leg. With only two recommended stops, be sure to plan for fuel and rest. The longest stretch on the La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor is over 200 miles, so ensure you have sufficient fuel before embarking on that segment. The $75 fuel cost estimate is a good baseline, but always check current prices.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 247.3 miles from Presidio, TX, or about 4h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 228.3 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 109 miles or 2h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 247.3 miles or 4h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 247.3 miles or 4h 17m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 29m
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 Presidio, 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.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Presidio, TX
Aim for roughly 247 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Montopolis, TX
Aim for roughly 247 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 109 miles from Presidio, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor for about 228.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
247 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Junction, TXOvernight Options
Night 1
247 mi · about 4.4h in
A practical overnight split lands near Junction, TX after about 247 miles or 4.4 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 109 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 247.3 miles from Presidio, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 228.3 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 247 miles or 4.4 hours on the road.
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.
Parking Area
0 mi from route
Gillespie County US 290 Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Sutton County Westbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Sutton County Eastbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.1 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Gillespie County Ranch Road 1 Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
East Pecos County Sheffield Eastbound Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.2 mi from route
Parking Area
0.2 mi from route
Parking Area
0.2 mi from route
Parking Area
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.2 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.3 mi from route
East Pecos County Sheffield Westbound Rest Area
0.4 mi from route
Picnic Area
0.4 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.9 mi from route
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
3.2 mi from route
~8 min detour
Stonewall, Texas
Hours: 8:30 am–4 pm
+18306442252
Visit websiteSchreiner Park
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Junction, Texas
+13254463880
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 websiteSouth Llano River State Park
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Later in the drive, ~12 min detour
Final third
4.7 mi from route
~12 min detour
Junction, Texas
Hours: 8 am–10 pm
+13254463994
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 0 and 493.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 67 Bus / North Erma Avenue
Turn sharp right onto US 67 Bus / North Erma Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 67 Bus; FM 170 / US 67 Business
Keep slight left at fork onto US 67 Bus; FM 170 / US 67 Business
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
369.6 mi into trip
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~6h 12m in
Take the exit toward US 290 East: Fredericksburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 477
Toward US 290 East: Fredericksburg
6
491.4 mi into trip
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~8h 37m in
Take the exit toward US 183 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 183 North
7
493.2 mi into trip
|
~8h 39m 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
$67.76 one way
$135.52 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
173 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $75.69 | $151.37 |
| premium | $4.23 | $82.29 | $164.58 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $93.41 | $186.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$68
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$198–$308
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 173.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $52 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 148.4 | 1 | $51.94 | $23.75 |
| Efficient EV | 123.7 | 1 | $43.29 | $19.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 197.9 | 2 | $69.26 | $31.66 |
Gas CO2
173 kg
EV CO2
58 kg (66% 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
Presidio, TX
Late night in Presidio on Sunday
Local time
2:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
E 10 mph
45% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 5:35PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 5:31PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Destination
Montopolis, TX
Late night in Montopolis on Sunday
Local time
2:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSE 5 mph
42% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 5:35PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 5:31PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
3 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
8h 42m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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...
3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 426.4
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 route offers a mixed driving experience, with 47% of it on highways. You'll navigate stretches of the La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor, including the longest uninterrupted segment of 228.3 miles, which likely offers a more open-road feel. US Highway 67 and East US Highway 290 will then guide you towards your destination. Expect the road's character to shift as you transition between these main arteries, moving from potentially more isolated corridors to busier highway sections as you approach urban areas.
47% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 228.3 mi on La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 67 Bus / North Erma Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
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 494.7 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: near the start (US 67 Bus / North Erma Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.6 miles (US 67 Bus; FM 170 / US 67 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 369.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
5,049 ft
463 ft
Total Climb
2,546 ft
Total Descent
4,664 ft
Highest Point
5,049 ft
~35.3 mi in
Elevation Range
4,586 ft
Notable High Points
5,049 ft at ~35.3 miles
+88 ft prominence
About the Cities
Starting in Presidio, TX
Full guide →Founded 1684
Presidio is a small town in the Trans-Pecos region of Texas.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Solo Traveler
8h 42m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 228.3 miles on La Entrada al Pacifico Corridor. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 247 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 22 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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 22 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 67 Bus / North Erma Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.6 miles (US 67 Bus; FM 170 / US 67 Business): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 369.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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 8.7 hours each way, a round trip means 17.4 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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