Origin
Montopolis, TX
Morning in Montopolis on Saturday
Local time
6:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Montopolis, TX to Woodcreek, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
40.4 mi
65 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodcreek, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from Montopolis, TX to Woodcreek, TX covers 40.4 miles and takes about 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Ranch Road 12, West US Highway 290, TX 71 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12.2 miles on Ranch Road 12. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.10 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 40.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 59m highway drive covering 40.4 miles, with most of the trip on Ranch Road 12 and West US Highway 290. The longest continuous stretch is about 12.2 miles on Ranch Road 12.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ranch Road 12 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ranch Road 12 and West US Highway 290. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 40.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (TX 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles (US 290; TX 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the exit toward 183 Toll: Ben White Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward 183 Toll: Ben White Boulevard
5
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
TX 71
Merge onto TX 71
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
8.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 290; TX 71
Keep slight left at fork onto US 290; TX 71
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
27.3 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
RM 12 / Ranch Road 12
Turn left onto RM 12 / Ranch Road 12
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
40.1 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
Westwood Drive
Turn right onto Westwood Drive
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ranch Road 12 | 12.2 mi | 21m |
| West US Highway 290 | 11.8 mi | 16m |
| TX 71 | 6.5 mi | 7m |
| US 290 | 6.1 mi | 7m |
| Bergstrom Expressway | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| Woodcreek Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West US 290 Bypass Lanes | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West US 290 Frontage Rd | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ranch Road 12
— 12.2 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montopolis, TX and Woodcreek, 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
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Bastrop Highway
4
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward 183 Toll: Ben White Boulevard
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
5
Merge onto TX 71
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
TX 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 290; TX 71
6.1 mi
·
7 min
·
US 290; TX 71
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on West US Highway 290 Frontage Rd
447 ft
·
6 sec
·
West US Highway 290 Frontage Rd
8
Continue on West US 290 Frontage Rd
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
West US 290 Frontage Rd
9
Turn straight onto West US 290 Bypass Lanes
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
West US 290 Bypass Lanes
10
Continue on US 290
378 ft
·
4 sec
·
West US Highway 290
11
Continue on US 290
12 mi
·
15 min
·
West US Highway 290
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto RM 12
12 mi
·
21 min
·
Ranch Road 12
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto Woodcreek Drive
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Woodcreek Drive
14
Keep slight right at fork onto Woodcreek Drive
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Woodcreek Drive
15
Turn right onto Brookhollow Drive
490 ft
·
23 sec
·
Brookhollow Drive
16
Turn right onto Westwood Drive
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
Westwood Drive
17
Turn left onto Pebble Brook Lane
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Pebble Brook Lane
18
Arrive at destination
Pebble Brook Lane
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.2 mi from Montopolis, TX · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.2 miles from Montopolis, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Woodcreek, TX
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Woodcreek, TX if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.10 one way
$12.21 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $6.68 | $13.36 |
| premium | $4.54 | $7.21 | $14.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.92 | $17.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.24 | $1.94 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Woodcreek, TX
Morning in Woodcreek on Saturday
Local time
6:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
59m 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 Woodcreek, TX covers 40.4 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ranch Road 12, West US Highway 290, TX 71. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.2 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 $6.10 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 11 decision points packed into just 40.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (TX 71): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles (US 290; TX 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Montopolis, TX to Woodcreek, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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