Drive Time
5h 40m
Distance
321.7 mi
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
The drive from Montopolis, TX to Alamo, TX covers 321.7 miles and takes about 5h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Bergstrom Expressway, Bastrop Highway, TX 130 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.86 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
160.8 miles from Montopolis, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 50m into the drive .
Expect a 5h 40m drive with frequent turns across 321.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bergstrom Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bastrop Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| TX 130 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pickle Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Connally Loop | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 37 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 37 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis, TX and Alamo, TX.
Start on 183 Toll South: Lockhart
Merge slight left onto Bergstrom Expressway
Continue on Bastrop Highway
Take the ramp straight toward TX 130 Toll South: Lockhart, San Antonio
Merge slight left onto Pickle Parkway
Keep slight right to continue on I 10 West: San Antonio
Merge slight left
Continue straight
Keep slight left
Keep slight right to continue on Connally Loop
Merge slight left onto Connally Loop
Take the exit slight right toward I 37, US 281 North: San Antonio, Corpus Christi
Keep slight left to continue on I 37 South: Corpus Christi
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward US 281 South
Keep slight left to continue on South Nueces Street
Keep slight left
Keep slight left to continue on Falfurrias Expressway
Keep slight left
Merge slight left
Continue straight
Take the exit slight right toward FM 907: Alamo Road
Turn straight onto East Expressway 83
Turn right onto North Alamo Road
Turn left
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 160.8 miles or 2h 50m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alamo, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Montopolis, 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 Montopolis, TX
This is one driving day of about 321.7 miles and 5h 40m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 160.8 mi from Montopolis, TX · 2h 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
161 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 160.8 miles from Montopolis, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Alamo, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Alamo, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$47.86 one way
$95.72 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $53.85 | $107.71 |
| premium | $4.59 | $58.15 | $116.29 |
| diesel | $3.99 | $50.57 | $101.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.6 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 96.5 | 1 | $33.78 | $15.44 |
| Efficient EV | 80.4 | 0 | $28.15 | $12.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 128.7 | 1 | $45.04 | $20.59 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Montopolis on Saturday
Local time
7:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Alamo on Saturday
Local time
7:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
81°F
San Antonio, TX
161 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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