Origin
Manor, TX
Evening in Manor on Friday
Local time
7:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manor, TX to Montopolis, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
14.4 mi
23 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manor, TX
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This straightforward 14.4-mile drive from Manor, TX to Montopolis, TX takes about 18 minutes, making it an easy addition to any Texas itinerary. Primarily using the Manor Expressway, Bergstrom Expressway, and East US Highway 290, this trip is almost entirely highway driving, with 83% of the route on major roads. The estimated fuel cost is a low $2, and with no designated stops, it’s a quick transit. Since it’s such a short distance, it’s perfect as a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. Both origin and destination are within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent landscape.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 14.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for this short journey, with a substantial 83% of the 14.4 miles on main roads like the Manor Expressway and Bergstrom Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 5.6 miles on the Manor Expressway, allowing for a smooth, consistent pace. The drive is characterized by its efficiency and directness, moving you swiftly across the Texas landscape. It’s less about winding scenic byways and more about covering ground effectively.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Manor Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 5.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Manor Expressway and Bergstrom Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Loop 212 / North Lexington Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 14.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 18m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Loop 212 / North Lexington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (US 290 / East US Highway 290): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Loop 212 / North Lexington Street
Turn right onto Loop 212 / North Lexington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 290 / East US Highway 290
Turn left onto US 290 / East US Highway 290
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
7.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward US 183 South, US 183 North: Lockhart, Lampasas
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 US 183 South, US 183 North: Lockhart, La...
7
7.6 mi into trip
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~9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 183 South: Lockhart
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 183 South: Lockhart
7
13.6 mi into trip
|
~16m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Manor, TX to Montopolis, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Lampasas along the way.
Lampasas
7.2 mi in
|
~8m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Manor Expressway | 5.6 mi | 5m |
| Bergstrom Expressway | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| East US Highway 290 | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Lexington Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| US 183 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Ed Bluestein Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Parsons Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Manor Expressway
— 5.6 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manor, TX and Montopolis, TX.
1
Start on Loop 212; FM 973
255 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Parsons Street
2
Turn right onto Loop 212
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
North Lexington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto US 290
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East US Highway 290
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Continue on 290 Toll
5.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Manor Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward US 183 South, US 183 North: Lockhart, Lampasas
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 183 South: Lockhart
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto US 183
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
US 183
8
Continue on 183 Toll
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Montopolis Drive, Patton Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto US 183
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Ed Bluestein Boulevard
11
Take the ramp
486 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
12
Arrive at destination
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.18 one way
$4.35 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $2.38 | $4.76 |
| premium | $4.54 | $2.57 | $5.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.18 | $6.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.51 | $0.69 |
| Efficient EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.26 | $0.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.02 | $0.92 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Destination
Montopolis, TX
Evening in Montopolis on Friday
Local time
7:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
18m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Manor, TX to Montopolis, TX covers 14.4 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Manor Expressway, Bergstrom Expressway, East US Highway 290. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.2 miles from Manor, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.18 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 14.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 18m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Loop 212 / North Lexington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (US 290 / East US Highway 290): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Manor, TX to Montopolis, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Lampasas along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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