How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Briarcliff, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Briarcliff, TX is about 241.4 miles (388.5 km), with a travel time of about 04h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 184.3 miles (296.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 48m 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 Bexar County, Texas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Corpus Christi and Briarcliff.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Briarcliff.
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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
125.4 mi · 2 hr 7 min
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Continue on McAllister Freeway
14.9 mi · 18 min · McAllister Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on US 281 HOV Lane
2.9 mi · 3 min · US 281 HOV Lane
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Merge slight right
60.5 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 71 East: Austin
2492 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight
15.8 mi · 18 min
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Turn left onto Pace Bend Road South
2.4 mi · 3 min · Pace Bend Road South
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Turn right onto Briarcliff Drive
2684 ft · 2 min · Briarcliff Drive
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Continue on Briarcliff Drive
72 m · 11 sec · Briarcliff Drive
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Continue on Briarcliff Drive
1363 ft · 1 min · Briarcliff Drive
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Continue on Oban Drive
142 m · 22 sec · Oban Drive
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Turn right onto Kyle Drive
1160 ft · 51 sec · Kyle Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kyle Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Briarcliff.
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
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125 mi · 02h 07m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Corpus Christi and Mostly Cloudy near Briarcliff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Briarcliff?
The road trip is about 241.4 miles (388.5 km) and usually takes 04h 24m 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?
Sandy Oaks is a useful midpoint, sitting about 120.9 miles from Corpus Christi and 120.5 miles from Briarcliff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 184.3 miles (296.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 57.1 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 8:12 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.20 one way or $64.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 75.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Corpus Christi and Mostly Cloudy near Briarcliff.
Stop Ideas Near Sandy Oaks
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 Sandy Oaks.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Briarcliff. Straight-line distance: 184.31 mi (296.62 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 Briarcliff
Village in Texas, USA
| Population | 1,887 |
| Coordinates | 30.4074200, -98.0444600 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
End: Briarcliff (-98.04446, 30.40742)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 389 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 00m |
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 | $32.20 | $64.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $36.23 | $72.45 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $39.12 | $78.23 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $34.02 | $68.04 |
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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