Woodville, TX to Montopolis, TX is 230 miles and takes about 4 hours 27 minutes via State Highway 30 West, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily traverses the Great Plains region, offering a straightforward journey for those seeking a direct route. With a highway-focused profile, this trip is well-suited for a single day of travel, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. Consider this an efficient option if you prioritize covering ground smoothly and predictably across Texas.
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
115 miles from Woodville, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 12m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
West Bluff Street
75 mi
1h 25m
West State Highway 21
71.4 mi
1h 20m
State Highway 30 West
46.6 mi
54m
TX 21
17.1 mi
19m
Boonville Road
3.3 mi
5m
State Highway 71 East
2.3 mi
2m
East William J Bryan Parkway
2.2 mi
3m
East State Highway 71
2.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
West Bluff Street
— 75 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodville, TX and Montopolis, TX.
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Start on US 190
75 mi·1 hr 25 min·West Bluff Street
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Continue on US 190; TX 30
1.7 mi·2 min·11th Street
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Continue on TX 30
47 mi·54 min·State Highway 30 West
4
Continue on FM 158
0.7 mi·1 min·Farm-to-Market Road 158
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Continue on FM 158
3.3 mi·5 min·Boonville Road
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Continue on FM 158
2.2 mi·3 min·East William J Bryan Parkway
7
Continue on FM 158
1.0 mi·1 min·West William J Bryan Parkway
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Turn left onto TX 21
71 mi·1 hr 20 min·West State Highway 21
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Turn left onto TX 95
0.3 mi·29 sec·State Highway 95
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Turn right onto TX 21
409 ft·10 sec·State Highway 71 East
Use the right lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward TX 21 West, TX 71 West
12
Merge onto TX 21; TX 71
2.2 mi·2 min·State Highway 71 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on TX 71; TX 21
0.7 mi·49 sec·TX 71; TX 21
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on TX 21; TX 71
17 mi·19 min·TX 21; TX 71
15
Continue on 71 Toll
1.9 mi·2 min·Bastrop Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on TX 71
2.2 mi·2 min·East State Highway 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: LampasasUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto US 183
0.4 mi·26 sec·Bastrop Highway
19
Continue on 183 Toll
0.7 mi·40 sec·Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.5 mi·54 sec
Toward Loop 111: Cesar Chavez Street, 5th Street, 6th Street, 7th Street, Airport BoulevardUse the right lane.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto Loop 111
0.2 mi·33 sec·Airport Boulevard
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Continue on Loop 111
0.5 mi·42 sec·Airport Boulevard
23
Continue on US 183
0.1 mi·8 sec·Ed Bluestein Boulevard
24
Take the ramp
486 ft·11 sec
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
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Arrive at destination
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
Trip Plan
Given the 4 hour 27 minute duration, starting your drive in Woodville earlier in the day is advisable to ensure a relaxed arrival in Montopolis. With only one recommended stop, you have considerable flexibility in pacing yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest 75-mile stretch, as services might be more spread out in certain sections. The $35 fuel cost estimate suggests a relatively economical trip, but it’s always wise to have a little extra buffer.
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 115 miles from Woodville, TX, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75 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 51 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115 miles or 2h 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 3h 38m
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 Woodville, 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 Woodville, TX
This is one driving day of about 229.9 miles and 4h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Woodville, 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 West Bluff Street for about 75 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 202 and 228.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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202 mi into trip|~3h 54m in|TX 95 / State Highway 95
Turn left onto TX 95 / State Highway 95
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
202.3 mi into trip|~3h 54m in|TX 21 / State Highway 71 East
Turn right onto TX 21 / State Highway 71 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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202.8 mi into trip|~3h 55m in|TX 21; TX 71 / State Highway 71 East
Merge onto TX 21; TX 71 / State Highway 71 East
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
226.9 mi into trip|~4h 23m in
Take the exit toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 183 North, 183 Toll North: Lampasas
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228.5 mi into trip|~4h 25m 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
$34.74 one way
$69.48 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg80 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$38.02
$76.05
premium
$4.54
$41.05
$82.09
diesel
$5.61
$50.76
$101.52
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
69
0
$24.14
$11.04
Efficient EV
57.5
0
$20.12
$9.20
EV Truck/SUV
92
1
$32.19
$14.71
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% 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
Woodville, TX
Afternoon
in Woodville on Sunday
Local time
3:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 5 to 10 mph74% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 18 at 7:12AM CDT until April 18 at 7:45AM CDT by NWS San Angelo TX
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 18 at 7:06AM CDT until April 18 at 7:45AM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
Destination
Montopolis, TX
Afternoon
in Montopolis on Sunday
Local time
3:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°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
22 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
4h 27m 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?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 64% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience stretches that allow for consistent speed, including one segment of 75 miles on West Bluff Street. While the main roads are State Highway 30 West and West State Highway 21, the overall feel is one of steady progress rather than winding scenic byways. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes getting you from point A to point B efficiently.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75 mi on West Bluff Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Bluff Street and West State Highway 21. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 202 miles in near TX 95 / State Highway 95.
Driving Effort6/10
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 229.9 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 202 miles (TX 95 / State Highway 95): Lane positioning matters here; at 202.3 miles (TX 21 / State Highway 71 East): Lane positioning matters here; at 202.8 miles (TX 21; TX 71 / State Highway 71 East): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 27m. Total distance: 229.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 75 miles on West Bluff Street. 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 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 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 202 miles (TX 95 / State Highway 95): Lane positioning matters here; at 202.3 miles (TX 21 / State Highway 71 East): Lane positioning matters here; at 202.8 miles (TX 21; TX 71 / State Highway 71 East): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Montopolis, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
