Vaccums
0 mi from route
Trip from Seymour, TX to Montopolis, 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
5h 58m
Distance
295.4 mi
475 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 45m
★
6 AM
5h 58m
8 AM
6h 24m
10 AM
6h 8m
12 PM
6h 5m
3 PM
6h 9m
5 PM
6h 23m
8 PM
5h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Seymour, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Montopolis, TX
Jeff Stapleton
Trip Overview
Seymour, TX to Montopolis, TX is 295.4 miles and takes about 5h 58m via South US Highway 281 and US Highway 183, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Texas, moving from the Great Plains region to another part of the Great Plains. The route is mostly highway driving, making it a straightforward trip if you're looking for efficiency. With a recommended one-day drive, you can expect a direct path with minimal detours.
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
147.7 miles from Seymour, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 12m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South US Highway 281 | 61.1 mi | 1h 9m |
| US Highway 281 | 39.9 mi | 44m |
| South US Highway 183 | 35.3 mi | 38m |
| State Highway 114 | 31.8 mi | 47m |
| State Highway 337 | 21.1 mi | 21m |
| North US Highway 281 | 19 mi | 20m |
| US 183 | 14.8 mi | 17m |
| 183A Toll Road | 14.3 mi | 14m |
Longest stretch:
South US Highway 281
— 61.1 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seymour, TX and Montopolis, TX.
1
Start on US 183 Business; US 277 Business; US 283 Business; TX 114
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto TX 114
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Ingram Street
3
Continue on TX 114
32 mi
·
47 min
·
State Highway 114
4
Continue on TX 114
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
5
Continue on TX 114
9.8 mi
·
14 min
·
State Highway 114 East
6
Turn right onto FM 1769
8.0 mi
·
14 min
·
FM 1769
7
At end of road, turn left onto US Highway 380 West
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
US Highway 380 West
8
Continue on US 380; TX 16
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Elm Street
9
Continue on TX 16
14 mi
·
20 min
·
State Highway 16 South
10
Continue on TX 337
21 mi
·
21 min
·
State Highway 337
11
At end of road, turn left onto US 180; BH
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
US Highway 180 West
12
Continue on US 180; BH
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 1st Street
13
Turn right onto US 281
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Oak Avenue
14
Continue on US 281
40 mi
·
44 min
·
US Highway 281
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 281
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on US 281
18 mi
·
20 min
·
South US Highway 281
17
Continue on US 281; TX 6
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
·
North 2nd Street
18
Turn right onto US 281
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Walnut Street
Use the right lane.
19
Turn straight onto US 281
19 mi
·
20 min
·
North US Highway 281
20
Continue on US 281
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Rice Street
21
Continue on US 281
43 mi
·
49 min
·
South US Highway 281
22
Continue on US 183; US 190; US 281
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
North Key Avenue
23
Continue on US 183
35 mi
·
38 min
·
South US Highway 183
24
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
this road
25
Keep slight left at fork onto 183A Toll
14 mi
·
14 min
·
183A Toll Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on US 183
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US 183
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Continue on 183 Toll
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Montopolis Drive, Patton Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
29
Turn straight onto US 183
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Ed Bluestein Boulevard
30
Take the ramp
486 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
31
Arrive at destination
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
Trip Plan
For this 295.4-mile drive, leaving in the morning is best to ensure you have ample daylight to complete the trip. The total drive time is just under 6 hours, so a single day is very feasible, allowing flexibility in your departure time. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the 61.1-mile stretch on South US Highway 281, as services might be spaced out. The estimated fuel cost is around $43. Given the mostly highway nature, you can comfortably make this trip with just one planned stop for fuel or a quick break.
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 147.7 miles from Seymour, TX, or about 3h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.1 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 65 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 147.7 miles or 3h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montopolis, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Seymour, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Seymour, TX
This is one driving day of about 295.4 miles and 5h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from Seymour, 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 South US Highway 281 for about 61.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
148 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 65 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 147.7 miles from Seymour, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before South US Highway 281 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.1 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
Lakeline Park
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Cedar Park, Texas
+15124015500
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 websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 52.6 and 294.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
52.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
US Highway 380 West
At end of road, turn left onto US Highway 380 West
Navigation decision point
4
94.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
|
US 180; BH / US Highway 180 West
At end of road, turn left onto US 180; BH / US Highway 180 West
Navigation decision point
5
158 mi into trip
|
~3h 24m in
|
US 281 / North Walnut Street
Turn right onto US 281 / North Walnut Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
260.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 20m in
|
183A Toll / 183A Toll Road
Keep slight left at fork onto 183A Toll / 183A Toll Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
294.7 mi into trip
|
~5h 57m in
Take the exit toward Montopolis Drive, Patton Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Montopolis Drive, Patton Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.46 one way
$80.92 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
103 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $45.19 | $90.39 |
| premium | $4.23 | $49.14 | $98.27 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $55.78 | $111.55 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.00
183A Toll Road
(14.3 mi)
$1.00
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 103.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 88.6 | 1 | $31.02 | $14.18 |
| Efficient EV | 73.9 | 0 | $25.85 | $11.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 118.2 | 1 | $41.36 | $18.91 |
Gas CO2
103 kg
EV CO2
35 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
Seymour, TX
Late night in Seymour on Monday
Local time
12:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 13 mph
32% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 4:56PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 2:38PM CDT until July 20 at 4:15PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
Montopolis, TX
Late night in Montopolis on Monday
Local time
12:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
92°F
Mostly Sunny
S 10 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 4:56PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 2:38PM CDT until July 20 at 4:15PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio 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
4 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
5h 58m 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, with 90% of the drive on main roads like South US Highway 281 and US Highway 183. You'll encounter a stretch of 61.1 miles on South US Highway 281 without significant turns or changes in road type. The transition from highway to surface roads will be minimal given the high percentage of highway driving. Expect consistent cruising for most of the 5h 58m trip.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61.1 mi on South US Highway 281.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South US Highway 281 and US Highway 281. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 52.6 miles in near US Highway 380 West.
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 295.4 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: at 52.6 miles (US Highway 380 West): Navigation decision point; at 94.1 miles (US 180; BH / US Highway 180 West): Navigation decision point; at 158 miles (US 281 / North Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,313 ft
463 ft
Total Climb
723 ft
Total Descent
1,551 ft
Highest Point
1,313 ft
~147.7 mi in
Elevation Range
850 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Seymour, TX
Full guide →Founded 1890
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 58m. Total distance: 295.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61.1 miles on South US Highway 281. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.00 in tolls one way, starting with 183A Toll Road. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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: at 52.6 miles (US Highway 380 West): Navigation decision point; at 94.1 miles (US 180; BH / US Highway 180 West): Navigation decision point; at 158 miles (US 281 / North Walnut Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 11.9 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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Montopolis, TX
More from Seymour, TX
More trips to Montopolis, TX
Explore more options from Seymour, TX or browse trips ending in Montopolis, TX.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse TX road trips.