How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Asherton, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Asherton, TX is about 173.8 miles (279.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 150.7 miles (242.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 24m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Duval County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Corpus Christi and Asherton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Asherton.
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Start on the route
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight left toward TX 358: Padre Island
2157 ft · 53 sec
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Continue on North Padre Island Drive
1.6 km · 1 min · North Padre Island Drive
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 44: Robstown, Alice
2142 ft · 52 sec
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Continue straight
11.3 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto South US Highway 77
2347 ft · 47 sec · South US Highway 77
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Turn left
3106 ft · 51 sec
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Turn left onto East Avenue J
26.2 mi · 30 min · East Avenue J
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Continue on East Main Street
159 m · 7 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on East Front Street
34.5 mi · 39 min · East Front Street
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Continue straight
4 mi · 5 min
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Turn right
56.3 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto US Highway 83 North
34.3 mi · 35 min · US Highway 83 North
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Turn left onto Carter Street
24 m · 1 sec · Carter Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Carter Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Asherton.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
56.3 mi · 01h 01m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Asherton?
The road trip is about 173.8 miles (279.7 km) and usually takes 03h 12m 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?
Freer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.9 miles from Corpus Christi and 87 miles from Asherton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 150.7 miles (242.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.1 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 10:36 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.17 one way or $46.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Corpus Christi and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Asherton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Asherton. Straight-line distance: 150.71 mi (242.54 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Asherton
City in Dimmit County, Texas, United States
| Population | 1,011 |
| Coordinates | 28.4419300, -99.7603300 |
| Altitude | 165 |
| Country | United States |
End: Asherton (-99.76033, 28.44193)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 280 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 10m |
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 | $23.17 | $46.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.06 | $52.13 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $28.14 | $56.29 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $24.48 | $48.95 |
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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