Drive Time
6h
Distance
313.2 mi
504 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
Photo: Jeff Stapleton
The drive from Montopolis, TX to Stanton, TX covers 313.2 miles and takes about 6h 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, 183 Toll for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.84 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
156.6 miles from Montopolis, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h into the drive .
Expect a 6h drive with frequent turns across 313.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Montopolis, TX to Stanton, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bergstrom Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bastrop Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 183 Toll | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 71 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Young Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Commerce Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 87 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Bryant Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis, TX and Stanton, TX.
Start on 183 Toll South: Lockhart
Merge slight left onto Bergstrom Expressway
Continue on Bastrop Highway
Take the exit slight left toward 183 Toll: Ben White Boulevard
Merge slight right
Keep slight left
Turn slight right onto West Highway 71
Continue on East State Highway 71
Keep slight right
Turn left onto West Young Street
Continue straight
Turn right
At the end of the road, turn left onto Commerce Street
Turn straight onto United States Highway 87
Continue on South Bryant Boulevard
Continue on South Koenigheim Street
Continue on North Bryant Boulevard
Continue on US Highway 87 North
Continue straight
Turn straight onto US Highway 87 North
Take the exit slight right
Turn left onto West Interstate 20
Take the ramp slight left toward I 20 West: Midland
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 20 Business West: Stanton
Continue on North I-20 Service Road
Continue on East Business I-20
Continue on East Front Street
Turn left onto South Saint Mary Street
Arrive at your destination
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 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 156.6 miles or 3h 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stanton, 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 313.2 miles and 6h.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 156.6 mi from Montopolis, TX · 3h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
157 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 156.6 miles from Montopolis, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Stanton, 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 Stanton, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$47.84 one way
$95.69 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $52.43 | $104.86 |
| premium | $4.59 | $56.61 | $113.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $69.58 | $139.16 |
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: 109.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 94 | 1 | $32.89 | $15.03 |
| Efficient EV | 78.3 | 0 | $27.40 | $12.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 125.3 | 1 | $43.85 | $20.04 |
Gas CO2
110 kg
EV CO2
37 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
Late night in Montopolis on Sunday
Local time
3:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Stanton on Sunday
Local time
3:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
61°F
Leander, TX
157 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
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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