Origin
San Angelo, TX
Afternoon in San Angelo on Sunday
Local time
3:29 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from San Angelo, TX to Montopolis, TX
Drive Time
4h 12m
Distance
216.9 mi
349 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 59m
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6 AM
4h 13m
8 AM
4h 39m
10 AM
4h 22m
12 PM
4h 19m
3 PM
4h 23m
5 PM
4h 38m
8 PM
4h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
San Angelo, TX
Mark Direen
Trip Overview
Traveling from San Angelo to Montopolis covers 216.9 miles across the Great Plains, making for a straightforward 4-hour and 12-minute journey. Because the total duration is quite manageable, this route works perfectly as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. You will primarily navigate via US Highway 87 South, TX 29, and State Highway 71. Budgeting approximately $33 for fuel will keep you covered for the duration of the drive. It is a practical, efficient path that avoids unnecessary detours, offering a reliable link between these two Texas locations.
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
108.5 miles from San Angelo, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive is comprised of 89% highway travel, ensuring steady progress for the duration of your trip. You should prepare for a consistent experience behind the wheel, punctuated by the longest uninterrupted stretch of 71.2 miles found on US Highway 87 South. While the route maintains a predictable pace, the transition between the various state and US highways requires you to stay alert for road signage changes. Expect a driving experience defined by open stretches rather than technical, winding local roads, allowing you to settle into a comfortable rhythm as you cross the region.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 87 South is the longest continuous segment at about 71.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 87 South and TX 29. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Chadbourne Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 12m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Chadbourne Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Beauregard Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 127.2 miles (TX 29; TX 71): 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.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Chadbourne Street
Turn left onto South Chadbourne Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Beauregard Avenue
Turn right onto West Beauregard Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
127.2 mi into trip
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~2h 20m in
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TX 29; TX 71
Turn left onto TX 29; TX 71
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
183.3 mi into trip
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~3h 35m in
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183A Toll / 183A Toll Road
Merge onto 183A Toll / 183A Toll Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
216.2 mi into trip
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~4h 11m in
Take the exit toward Montopolis Drive, Patton Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Montopolis Drive, Patton Avenue
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 87 South | 71.2 mi | 1h 16m |
| TX 29 | 55.6 mi | 1h 14m |
| State Highway 71 | 47.2 mi | 50m |
| US 183 | 14.8 mi | 17m |
| 183A Toll Road | 13.3 mi | 13m |
| Bergstrom Expressway | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| South Bryant Boulevard | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Bridge Street | 2.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 87 South
— 71.2 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between San Angelo, TX and Montopolis, TX.
1
Start on East Harris Avenue
73 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Harris Avenue
2
Turn left onto South Chadbourne Street
496 ft
·
14 sec
·
South Chadbourne Street
3
Turn right onto West Beauregard Avenue
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
West Beauregard Avenue
4
Turn left onto US 87; US 277
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Abe Street
5
Continue on US 87; US 277
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
South Bryant Boulevard
6
Continue on US 87; Loop 306
71 mi
·
1 hr 16 min
·
US Highway 87 South
7
Continue on US 87
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Commerce Street
8
Turn right onto US 87; US 190; US 377
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Bridge Street
9
Turn left onto TX 71
47 mi
·
50 min
·
State Highway 71
10
Turn left onto TX 29; TX 71
56 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
TX 29; TX 71
Use the none lane.
11
Turn right onto US 183
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
North US Highway 183
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
13
Merge onto 183A Toll
13 mi
·
13 min
·
183A Toll Road
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on US 183
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US 183
Use the none lane.
15
Continue on 183 Toll
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Bergstrom Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward Montopolis Drive, Patton Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn straight onto US 183
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Ed Bluestein Boulevard
18
Take the ramp
486 ft
·
11 sec
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
19
Arrive at destination
Toward 183 Toll South: Lockhart
Trip Plan
Planning for this 216.9-mile trip is simple since you only need to account for one planned stop to keep your schedule flexible. Leaving early in the day is your best strategy to avoid any potential traffic buildup as you approach your destination. Since your fuel costs are estimated at $33, consider topping off your tank before departing San Angelo to avoid searching for a station during the longest 71.2-mile stretch. Since the drive is just over four hours, you have the advantage of completing it in one go, but don't hesitate to utilize that single stop to stretch your legs and refresh yourself before finishing the final leg of the drive.
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 108.5 miles from San Angelo, TX, or about 1h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.2 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.5 miles or 1h 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montopolis, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving San Angelo, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 San Angelo, TX
This is one driving day of about 216.9 miles and 4h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from San Angelo, 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 Highway 87 South for about 71.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 108.5 mi from San Angelo, TX · 1h 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
108 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 108.5 miles from San Angelo, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 87 South if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.2 miles.
Arriving in Montopolis, TX
The final approach into Montopolis, 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 Montopolis, 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
$33.13 one way
$66.27 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
76 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $36.31 | $72.62 |
| premium | $4.59 | $39.20 | $78.41 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $48.19 | $96.38 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.93
183A Toll Road
(13.3 mi)
$0.93
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.1 | 0 | $22.77 | $10.41 |
| Efficient EV | 54.2 | 0 | $18.98 | $8.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 86.8 | 1 | $30.37 | $13.88 |
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% 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
Montopolis, TX
Afternoon in Montopolis on Sunday
Local time
3:29 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
9 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
4h 12m 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 San Angelo, TX to Montopolis, TX covers 216.9 miles and takes about 4h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 87 South, TX 29, State Highway 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 108.5 miles from San Angelo, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.13 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 is a straightforward 4h 12m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Chadbourne Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Beauregard Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 127.2 miles (TX 29; TX 71): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from San Angelo, TX to Montopolis, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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