Origin
Montopolis, TX
Night in Montopolis on Thursday
Local time
10:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Montopolis, TX to Sam Rayburn, TX
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
5h 13m
Distance
269.3 mi
433 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 1m
★
6 AM
5h 14m
8 AM
5h 41m
10 AM
5h 23m
12 PM
5h 21m
3 PM
5h 25m
5 PM
5h 40m
8 PM
5h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sam Rayburn, TX
Action Construction Equipment Ltd. - ACE
Trip Overview
The drive from Montopolis, TX to Sam Rayburn, TX covers 269.3 miles and takes about 5h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 190, State Highway 21 East, TX 30 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 101.2 miles on US 190. At current regular gas prices, budget about $40.69 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
134.7 miles from Montopolis, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 38m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 13m. Total distance: 269.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 5h 13m highway drive covering 269.3 miles, with most of the trip on US 190 and State Highway 21 East. The longest continuous stretch is about 101.2 miles on US 190.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 190 is the longest continuous segment at about 101.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 190 and State Highway 21 East. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 269.3 miles you will encounter 11 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 1.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (71 Toll / Bastrop Freeway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.3 miles (TX 21; TX 95 / State Highway 95): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the exit toward TX 71 East: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward TX 71 East: Austin-Bergstrom Internation...
5
3.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
71 Toll / Bastrop Freeway
Turn straight onto 71 Toll / Bastrop Freeway toward 71 Toll East, TX 45 Toll North, TX 130 Toll North
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward 71 Toll East, TX 45 Toll North, TX 130 T...
6
26.3 mi into trip
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~31m in
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TX 21; TX 95 / State Highway 95
Turn left onto TX 21; TX 95 / State Highway 95
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
26.7 mi into trip
|
~31m in
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TX 21; Loop 150 / Chestnut Street
Turn right onto TX 21; Loop 150 / Chestnut Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
266 mi into trip
|
~5h 9m in
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RE 255 / Sam Rayburn Parkway
Turn left onto RE 255 / Sam Rayburn Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 190 | 101.2 mi | 1h 54m |
| State Highway 21 East | 65.2 mi | 1h 11m |
| TX 30 | 49.1 mi | 58m |
| Texas State Highway 71 | 18.9 mi | 21m |
| North Wheeler Street | 8.1 mi | 8m |
| TX 21 | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| Sam Rayburn Parkway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Boonville Road | 3.2 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US 190
— 101.2 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis, TX and Sam Rayburn, 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
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
Bastrop Highway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward TX 71 East: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
5
Continue on TX 71
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East State Highway 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn straight onto 71 Toll
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bastrop Freeway
Toward 71 Toll East, TX 45 Toll North, TX 130 Toll North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on TX 71
0.5 mi
·
29 sec
·
East State Highway 71
8
Continue on TX 71
19 mi
·
21 min
·
Texas State Highway 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
10
Turn straight onto College Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
College Street
11
Turn left onto TX 21; TX 95
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
State Highway 95
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto TX 21; Loop 150
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Chestnut Street
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on TX 21
65 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
State Highway 21 East
14
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 21
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
TX 21
15
Turn right onto FM 158
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West William J Bryan Parkway
16
Continue on FM 158
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
East William J Bryan Parkway
17
Continue on FM 158
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Boonville Road
18
Continue on FM 158
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Farm-to-Market Road 158
19
Continue on TX 30
49 mi
·
58 min
·
TX 30
20
Continue on US 190
101 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
US 190
21
Turn left onto South Main Street
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
South Main Street
22
Merge onto US 96
8.1 mi
·
8 min
·
North Wheeler Street
23
Turn left onto RE 255
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Sam Rayburn Parkway
Use the left lane.
24
Turn right onto FM 1007
214 ft
·
5 sec
·
FM 1007
25
Arrive at destination
FM 1007
Trip Plan
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 134.7 miles from Montopolis, TX, or about 2h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.2 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 59 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 134.7 miles or 2h 38m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sam Rayburn, 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.
+
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 269.3 miles and 5h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 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 US 190 for about 101.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 134.7 mi from Montopolis, TX · 2h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
135 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 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 134.7 miles from Montopolis, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 190 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 101.2 miles.
Arriving in Sam Rayburn, TX
The final approach into Sam Rayburn, 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 Sam Rayburn, TX.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.69 one way
$81.38 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
94 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $44.54 | $89.08 |
| premium | $4.54 | $48.08 | $96.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $59.46 | $118.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.8 | 0 | $28.28 | $12.93 |
| Efficient EV | 67.3 | 0 | $23.56 | $10.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 107.7 | 1 | $37.70 | $17.24 |
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
32 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.
Destination
Sam Rayburn, TX
Night in Sam Rayburn on Thursday
Local time
10:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
2 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
5h 13m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Montopolis, TX to Sam Rayburn, TX covers 269.3 miles and takes about 5h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 190, State Highway 21 East, TX 30. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 134.7 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 $40.69 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 269.3 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (71 Toll / Bastrop Freeway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.3 miles (TX 21; TX 95 / State Highway 95): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Montopolis, TX to Sam Rayburn, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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