How far is Big Lake, TX from Corpus Christi, TX?
Fastest route
The distance between Big Lake, TX and Corpus Christi, TX is 397 miles (638.91 kilometers) by car, following the I-10 route. The fastest route from Big Lake, TX to Corpus Christi, TX is 6 hours 16 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop. The halfway point is Kerrville, TX.
Here are the steps to get from Big Lake to Corpus Christi by car:
- Head west on E 2nd St toward N Plaza Ave.
- Turn left onto TX-137 S/N State Hwy 137.
- Slight right toward TX-137 S.
- Continue onto TX-137 S.
- Turn right onto TX-163 S.
- Turn left onto TX-466 Loop E.
- Turn right to stay on TX-466 Loop E.
- Turn left to merge onto I-10 E toward Sonora/San Antonio.
- Merge onto I-10 E.
- Keep left at the fork to stay on I-10 E, follow signs for Interstate 35 N/Austin.
- Keep left at the fork to continue on I-10 E/I-35 S, follow signs for Laredo.
- Take exit 153 toward Port San Antonio/JBSA-Lackland.
- Keep left at the fork, follow signs for I-10 E/US-90 E/US-87 S/Houston and merge onto I-10 E/US-87 S/US-90 E.
- Take exit 574 to merge onto I-37 S/US-281 S toward Corpus Christi.
- Continue to follow I-37 S.
- Take the exit on the left toward Bayfront/Shoreline Blvd/C.C. Museum.
- Continue onto I-37 S.
- Turn left onto N Chaparral St.
- Turn left onto I-37 N.
- Turn left onto the I-37 ramp to Airport/San Antonio.
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 58m.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Big Lake and Corpus Christi.
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Start on East 2nd Street
18 mi · 19 min · East 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
28.6 mi · 42 min · Main Street
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Continue on Avenue E
1 mi · 2 min · Avenue E
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Turn left onto 15th Street
1577 ft · 30 sec · 15th Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 10 East: San Antonio
716 ft · 18 sec
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Merge slight left
184 mi · 2 hr 56 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 Big Lake and Corpus Christi.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 10 East
Merge slight left
184 mi · 02h 56m
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.
Sunny leaving Big Lake and Mostly Sunny near Corpus Christi.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Big Lake to Corpus Christi?
The road trip is about 392.7 miles (632 km) and usually takes 05h 58m 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?
Comfort is a useful midpoint, sitting about 198.2 miles from Big Lake and 194.6 miles from Corpus Christi.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 338.5 miles (544.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 54.2 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 5:02 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $52.38 one way or $104.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 123.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Big Lake and Mostly Sunny near Corpus Christi.
Stop Ideas Near Comfort
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Comfort.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Big Lake and Corpus Christi. Straight-line distance: 338.5 mi (544.77 km).
#1 Big Lake
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 3,348 |
| Coordinates | 31.1915400, -101.4603900 |
| Altitude | 820 |
| 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: 632 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 53m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $52.38 | $104.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $58.93 | $117.87 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $63.63 | $127.26 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $55.34 | $110.69 |
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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