Origin
Montopolis, TX
Afternoon in Montopolis on Friday
Local time
12:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montopolis, TX to Edna, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 43m
Distance
123.3 mi
198 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
7 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 33m
★
6 AM
2h 43m
8 AM
3h 5m
10 AM
2h 51m
12 PM
2h 49m
3 PM
2h 52m
5 PM
3h 4m
8 PM
2h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edna, TX
Thomas balabaud
Trip Overview
The drive from Montopolis, TX to Edna, TX covers 123.3 miles and takes about 2h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Gonzales Street, North United States Highway 183, Bastrop Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38.4 miles on East Gonzales Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.63 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
61.7 miles from Montopolis, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 43m. Total distance: 123.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (49%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive from Montopolis, TX to Edna, TX covers 123.3 miles and takes about 2h 43m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Gonzales Street is the longest continuous segment at about 38.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 12.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 43m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 12.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.9 miles (TX 130 Toll / Pickle Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
12.6 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the ramp toward TX 130 Toll South: Lockhart, San Antonio
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TX 130 Toll South: Lockhart, San Antonio
5
12.9 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
TX 130 Toll / Pickle Parkway
Merge onto TX 130 Toll / Pickle Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
22.7 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward US 183 South: Lockhart
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 470
Toward US 183 South: Lockhart
4
39.7 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
US 90; US 183 / East Pierce Street
Turn left onto US 90; US 183 / East Pierce Street
Navigation decision point
4
84 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
|
US 77 Business Alternate; TX 111 / Irvine Street
Turn right onto US 77 Business Alternate; TX 111 / Irvine Street
Navigation decision point
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 Montopolis, TX to Edna, TX, road signs begin pointing toward San Antonio along the way.
San Antonio
12.6 mi in
|
~16m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Gonzales Street | 38.4 mi | 57m |
| North United States Highway 183 | 29.7 mi | 32m |
| Bastrop Highway | 11.7 mi | 15m |
| US 183 | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| Pickle Parkway | 9.8 mi | 8m |
| TX 111 | 9.6 mi | 16m |
| East Pierce Street | 5 mi | 6m |
| North Colorado Street | 4.9 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
East Gonzales Street
— 38.4 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis, TX and Edna, TX.
1
Start on this road
219 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
2
Merge onto 183 Toll
0.8 mi
·
47 sec
·
Bergstrom Expressway
3
Continue on US 183
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Bastrop Highway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward TX 130 Toll South: Lockhart, San Antonio
5
Merge onto TX 130 Toll
9.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Pickle Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 470
Toward US 183 South: Lockhart
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 183
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
United States Highway 183
8
Continue on US 183
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
North Colorado Street
9
Continue on US 183
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 183
10
Continue on US 183
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Magnolia Avenue
11
Turn left onto US 90; US 183
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
East Pierce Street
12
Continue on US 183
30 mi
·
32 min
·
North United States Highway 183
13
Take the exit onto TX 111
9.6 mi
·
16 min
·
TX 111
14
Turn right onto US 77 Business Alternate; TX 111
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Irvine Street
15
Turn left onto TX 111
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Morris Street
16
Continue on TX 111
38 mi
·
57 min
·
East Gonzales Street
17
Turn left onto Loop 521
104 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Main Street
18
Arrive at destination
Loop 521
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61.7 miles from Montopolis, TX, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.4 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 27 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.7 miles or 1h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edna, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Montopolis, 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 Montopolis, TX
This is one driving day of about 123.3 miles and 2h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Montopolis, 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 East Gonzales Street for about 38.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.7 mi from Montopolis, TX · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.7 miles from Montopolis, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Edna, TX
The final approach into Edna, 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 Edna, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.63 one way
$37.26 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $20.39 | $40.79 |
| premium | $4.54 | $22.01 | $44.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.22 | $54.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
7 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Hancock Center - Tesla Supercharger
Austin, TX
Tesla
16 DCFC
Regency Hancock Center (Austin, TX)
Austin, TX
Electrify America
6 DCFC
70 RAINEY DC250 DC250
Austin, TX
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
PIE AE SALTILLO DCFC 1
Austin, TX
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
PIE AE SALTILLO DCFC 3
Austin, TX
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
PIE AE SALTILLO DCFC 2
Austin, TX
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
PIE AE SALTILLO DCFC 4
Austin, TX
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 5
Tesla: 1
Electrify America: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37 | 0 | $12.95 | $5.92 |
| Efficient EV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.79 | $4.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.3 | 0 | $17.26 | $7.89 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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
Edna, TX
Afternoon in Edna on Friday
Local time
12:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Luling, TX
62 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
21 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
2h 43m 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 Montopolis, TX to Edna, TX covers 123.3 miles and takes about 2h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Gonzales Street, North United States Highway 183, Bastrop Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.7 miles from Montopolis, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.63 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 43m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 12.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.9 miles (TX 130 Toll / Pickle Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Montopolis, TX to Edna, TX, road signs begin pointing toward San Antonio 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NREL for EV charging. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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