How far is Coppell, TX from Corpus Christi, TX?
Fastest route
Travel from Coppell, Texas to Corpus Christi, Texas is approximately 411 miles (661 kilometers) and will take around 6 hours and 3 minutes via I-35 S and US-181 S. The route includes tolls.
Directions
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Get on I-635 W: Head east toward W Bethel Rd, turn left toward W Bethel Rd, then left at the 1st cross street onto W Bethel Rd. Turn left onto S Royal Ln, and finally, right to merge onto I-635 W.
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Take TX-121, I-35W S, I-35 S, and TX-130 S to N Colorado St/US-183 Hwy S in Lockhart: Follow the signs for Texas 121 S/Texas 114 W and merge onto TX-121. Continue onto I-820 S/TX-121 S, then keep left at the fork to stay on TX-121 S. Merge onto I-35W S/US-287 S/US-377 S and follow I-35 S. Take exit 265 toward Austin, and keep left at the fork to stay on TX-130 S.
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Take exit 470 to merge onto N Colorado St/US-183 Hwy S: Follow US-183 Hwy S until you reach TX-80 S.
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Merge onto US-181 S in Gregory: Turn right onto N Oak Ave, then right toward TX-80 S/S Magnolia Ave. Turn left onto TX-80 S and continue until you reach US-181 S/N Sunset Strip St. Follow US-181 S.
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Take the Tancahua St exit from US-181 S: Stay on US-181 S and take the Tancahua St exit toward Staples St.
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Take Belden St to your destination: Turn right onto N Tancahua St, then right onto Belden St. Finally, turn right onto N Mesquite St and use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto the I-37 ramp to Airport/San Antonio.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Ensure your vehicle is in good condition and has sufficient fuel for the long journey.
- 🛣️ Check for any road closures or traffic updates along the route before starting your trip.
- 🚦 Plan rest stops along the way to stretch and take breaks, especially during a 6-hour drive.
- 💳 Have some cash or change ready for toll payments on the route.
- 📱 Use navigation apps or GPS devices to stay on track and avoid getting lost.
- 🍴 Bring snacks and drinks to keep you refreshed during the drive.
- 🧴 Don't forget to pack essentials like sunscreen, water, and first aid supplies for emergencies.
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Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 19m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Travis County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Coppell and Corpus Christi.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coppell and Corpus Christi.
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Start on the route
53 m · 14 sec
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Turn uturn onto West Bethel Road
1515 ft · 43 sec · West Bethel Road
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Turn right onto Freeport Parkway
1.6 mi · 3 min · Freeport Parkway
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Turn left onto I 635 East
1234 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
2431 ft · 32 sec · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Belt Line Road
2377 ft · 46 sec
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Turn right onto North Belt Line Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Belt Line Road
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Turn slight left onto TX 114 East
1095 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto West John W Carpenter Freeway
1.5 km · 1 min · West John W Carpenter Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on SH 114 TEXpress
6.5 mi · 6 min · SH 114 TEXpress
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Merge slight right onto SH 183 TEXpress
1.5 mi · 1 min · SH 183 TEXpress
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Merge slight right onto John W Carpenter Freeway
1.3 km · 51 sec · John W Carpenter Freeway
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Merge slight left onto North Stemmons Freeway
5.6 mi · 7 min · North Stemmons Freeway
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Continue on South R L Thornton Freeway
2866 ft · 44 sec · South R L Thornton Freeway
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Continue on South R L Thornton Freeway
89.3 mi · 1 hr 32 min · South R L Thornton Freeway
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Continue on North Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi · 8 min · North Jack Kultgen Expressway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
37.9 mi · 39 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Keep slight left
26.5 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 130 Toll South: San Antonio
1.1 km · 56 sec
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Continue straight
58.5 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 183 South: Lockhart
1219 ft · 30 sec
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Continue on United States Highway 183
2699 ft · 35 sec · United States Highway 183
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Continue on North Colorado Street
4.9 mi · 9 min · North Colorado Street
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Continue on US 183
10.1 mi · 12 min · US 183
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Continue on North Magnolia Avenue
4.2 mi · 7 min · North Magnolia Avenue
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Continue straight
51.2 mi · 57 min
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Turn slight left onto Farm-to-Market Road 792
8.4 mi · 11 min · Farm-to-Market Road 792
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Continue on East Main Street
1.3 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South Sunset Strip Drive
1.2 mi · 1 min · South Sunset Strip Drive
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Continue on South US Highway 181
40.2 mi · 46 min · South US Highway 181
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Continue on North 8th Street
1.3 km · 56 sec · North 8th Street
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Continue on US Highway 181 South
16.1 mi · 18 min · US Highway 181 South
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Continue on State Highway 89
4.1 mi · 5 min · State Highway 89
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Continue on US Highway 181
5.9 mi · 7 min · US Highway 181
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Continue on Railroad Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Railroad Avenue
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Continue on US Highway 181
17.4 mi · 19 min · US Highway 181
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Take the exit slight right
1912 ft · 44 sec
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Turn slight right
1793 ft · 56 sec
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Take the ramp slight left
2474 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1548 ft · 29 sec
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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 Coppell and Corpus Christi.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
South R L Thornton Freeway
Continue on South R L Thornton Freeway
89.3 mi · 01h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Coppell and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Corpus Christi.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Coppell to Corpus Christi?
The road trip is about 447.2 miles (719.7 km) and usually takes 06h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Manor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 204.9 miles from Coppell and 242.3 miles from Corpus Christi.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 356.9 miles (574.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 90.3 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 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $59.63 one way or $119.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 140.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Coppell and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Corpus Christi.
Stop Ideas Near Manor
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Coppell and Corpus Christi. Straight-line distance: 356.83 mi (574.26 km).
#1 Coppell
A city in Dallas County, Texas.
| Population | 40,958 |
| Coordinates | 32.9545700, -97.0150100 |
| Altitude | 158 |
| 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: 720 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 14h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 34m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $59.63 | $119.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $67.10 | $134.19 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $72.45 | $144.89 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $63.01 | $126.02 |
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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