How far is Abilene, TX from Corpus Christi, TX?
Fastest route
directions from Abilene, Texas, USA to Corpus Christi, Texas, USA:
Directions
- 🚗 Head south on S Pine St toward Chestnut St.
- 🚗 Slight right onto S 2nd St.
- 🚗 Turn left onto Butternut St.
- 🚗 Slight right onto Treadaway Blvd.
- 🚗 Keep left at the fork to continue toward US-83 S/US-84 E.
- 🚗 Merge onto US-83 S/US-84 E.
- 🚗 Continue on US-84 E. Take US-283 S, US-87 S, and I-10 E to I-37 S in Corpus Christi.
- 🚗 Take the exit toward Bayfront/Shoreline Blvd/C.C. Museum from I-37 S.
- 🚗 Merge onto N Chaparral St.
- 🚗 Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto the I-37 ramp to Airport/San Antonio.
Tips & Suggestions
- Make sure to follow the signs for FM 707/Tye when merging onto US-83 S/US-84 E.
- Pay attention to the exits and keep left to continue on US-84 E.
- Follow the directions to merge onto I-10 E and continue on I-37 S.
- When nearing Corpus Christi, take the exit toward Bayfront/Shoreline Blvd/C.C. Museum.
- Merge onto N Chaparral St and use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto the I-37 ramp to Airport/San Antonio.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 56m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Abilene and Corpus Christi.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Abilene and Corpus Christi.
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Start on South Pine Street
535 ft · 16 sec · South Pine Street
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Turn left onto Chestnut Street
1906 ft · 60 sec · Chestnut Street
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Turn left onto South 7th Street
1926 ft · 45 sec · South 7th Street
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Turn right onto South Treadaway Boulevard
4.1 mi · 7 min · South Treadaway Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight toward US 83 South, US 84 East: Ballinger, Coleman
1522 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight left
1429 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
10.5 mi · 12 min
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Continue straight
39.5 mi · 45 min
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Turn left onto South 7th Street
16.5 mi · 18 min · South 7th Street
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Continue on Grassmeyer Street
41.9 mi · 45 min · Grassmeyer Street
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Continue on Ellis Street
29.4 mi · 31 min · Ellis Street
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Take the exit left toward I 10 East: San Antonio
40 mi · 38 min
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Continue straight
54.3 mi · 55 min
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Keep slight right
17.4 mi · 20 min
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Keep slight right to continue on McDermott Freeway
1.7 mi · 2 min · McDermott Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
2505 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
804 ft · 16 sec · North Pecos-La Trinidad
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Keep slight right to continue on North Pecos-La Trinidad
2963 ft · 1 min · North Pecos-La Trinidad
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Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
2725 ft · 1 min · Dolorosa Street
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Continue on West Market Street
1893 ft · 42 sec · West Market Street
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Continue on East Market Street
2143 ft · 41 sec · East Market Street
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Turn right onto Tower of the Americas Way
957 ft · 21 sec · Tower of the Americas Way
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 37 South, US 281 South
1374 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto William J Bordelon Freeway
1.4 mi · 2 min · William J Bordelon Freeway
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Continue on Lucian Adams Freeway
140.3 mi · 2 hr 23 min · Lucian Adams Freeway
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Continue on Interstate Highway 37
118 m · 10 sec · Interstate Highway 37
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Continue on Interstate Highway 37
135 m · 15 sec · Interstate Highway 37
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Continue straight
147 m · 9 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Abilene and Corpus Christi.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Lucian Adams Freeway
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140 mi · 02h 23m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Abilene and Partly Sunny near Corpus Christi.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Abilene to Corpus Christi?
The road trip is about 390.3 miles (628.1 km) and usually takes 05h 56m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Kerrville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 201.1 miles from Abilene and 189.3 miles from Corpus Christi.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 350.1 miles (563.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:08 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $52.04 one way or $104.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 122.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Abilene and Partly Sunny near Corpus Christi.
Stop Ideas Near Kerrville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Kerrville.
San Antonio Station
San Marcos Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Abilene and Corpus Christi. Straight-line distance: 350.17 mi (563.55 km).
#1 Abilene
The third most populous city in Taylor County, Texas.
| Population | 124,407 |
| Coordinates | 32.4487400, -99.7331400 |
| Altitude | 524 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Corpus Christi
The second most populous city in Texas and the center of the Corpus Christi metropolitan area.
| Population | 327,248 |
| Coordinates | 27.8005800, -97.3963800 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: I 37 (-97.396427, 27.800658)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 628 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 52m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $52.04 | $104.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $58.55 | $117.10 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $63.22 | $126.44 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $54.98 | $109.97 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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