How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Batesville, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Batesville, TX is about 190.3 miles (306.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 156.7 miles (252.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 06m 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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Town in Atascosa County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Corpus Christi and Batesville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Batesville.
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Start on the route
16.7 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight left
1.3 mi · 1 min
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Continue straight
86.1 mi · 1 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 281 North: Pleasanton
5.1 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto West Oaklawn Road
4.7 mi · 7 min · West Oaklawn Road
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Turn right onto Zanderson Avenue
1.6 mi · 2 min · Zanderson Avenue
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Turn left onto State Highway 173
24.9 mi · 37 min · State Highway 173
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Take the ramp left toward Texas 173: Devine, Jourdanton
1972 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
11.1 mi · 11 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward I 57: Eagle Pass
962 ft · 21 sec
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Turn straight
131 m · 11 sec
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Continue on Interstate 35 North
610 ft · 12 sec · Interstate 35 North
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Turn right onto US Highway 57
37.3 mi · 39 min · US Highway 57
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Turn left
1.1 km · 1 min
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Turn right onto Ramos Street
15 m · 2 sec · Ramos Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ramos Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Batesville.
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
Continue straight
86.1 mi · 01h 26m
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 Corpus Christi and Partly Sunny near Batesville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Batesville?
The road trip is about 190.3 miles (306.2 km) and usually takes 03h 33m 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?
Christine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 95.1 miles from Corpus Christi and 95.1 miles from Batesville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 156.7 miles (252.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.6 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 9:54 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.36 one way or $50.71 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Corpus Christi and Partly Sunny near Batesville.
Stop Ideas Near Christine
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 Christine.
San Antonio Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Batesville. Straight-line distance: 156.7 mi (252.18 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 Batesville
Batesville is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 28.9510800, -99.6178300 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
End: Batesville (-99.61783, 28.95108)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 306 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 22m |
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 | $25.36 | $50.71 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $28.53 | $57.06 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $30.81 | $61.61 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $26.79 | $53.59 |
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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