How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Carrizo Springs, TX?

The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Carrizo Springs, TX is about 182.4 miles (293.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 21m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 158.1 miles (254.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 42m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
182.34 mi
03h 21m
Flight
158.16 mi
254.53 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
158.16 mi
Kilometers
254.53 km
Flight Time
00h 19m

Driving Distance

Road route
182.34 mi
Kilometers
293.45 km
Drive Time
03h 21m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 21m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Carrizo Springs
Wed, Jun 3, 12:58 PM CDT
Return by in Corpus Christi
Wed, Jun 3, 4:19 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Corpus Christi
2026-06-03T09:37
Arrive Carrizo Springs
Wed, Jun 3, 12:58 PM CDT
Route Timing
03h 21m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:21 AM to 11:21 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:18 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Corpus Christi
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Freer
TX

City in Duval County, Texas, United States

From Corpus Christi
91.1 mi
01h 40m
To Carrizo Springs
91.2 mi
01h 40m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Jun 3 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 16 mph E
Destination
92°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Jun 3 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph ESE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Corpus Christi and Carrizo Springs.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Carrizo Springs.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    4.2 mi · 5 min

  2. 2

    Take the exit slight left toward TX 358: Padre Island

    2157 ft · 53 sec

  3. 3

    Continue on North Padre Island Drive

    1.6 km · 1 min · North Padre Island Drive

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward TX 44: Robstown, Alice

    2142 ft · 52 sec

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    11.3 mi · 12 min

  6. 6

    Turn right onto South US Highway 77

    2347 ft · 47 sec · South US Highway 77

  7. 7

    Turn left

    3106 ft · 51 sec

  8. 8

    Turn left onto East Avenue J

    26.2 mi · 30 min · East Avenue J

  9. 9

    Continue on East Main Street

    159 m · 7 sec · East Main Street

  10. 10

    Continue on East Front Street

    34.5 mi · 39 min · East Front Street

  11. 11

    Continue straight

    4 mi · 5 min

  12. 12

    Turn right

    56.3 mi · 1 hr 1 min

  13. 13

    At the end of the road, turn right onto US Highway 83 North

    42.3 mi · 43 min · US Highway 83 North

  14. 14

    Continue on South 1st Street

    1786 ft · 31 sec · South 1st Street

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Peña Street

    1125 ft · 16 sec · Peña Street

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Peña Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Carrizo Springs.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
16 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US Highway 83 North
42.3 mi · 23%
East Front Street
38.5 mi · 21%
East Avenue J
26.2 mi · 14%
TX 44
11.7 mi · 6%
North Padre Island Drive
0.99 mi · 1%
South US Highway 77
0.44 mi
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 21m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+24.3 mi
158.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Freer
01h 40m from Corpus Christi
Leave By
10:18 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Corpus Christi and Mostly Sunny near Carrizo Springs.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Carrizo Springs?

The road trip is about 182.4 miles (293.5 km) and usually takes 03h 21m 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 91.1 miles from Corpus Christi and 91.2 miles from Carrizo Springs.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 158.1 miles (254.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.3 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 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:18 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.34 one way or $48.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Corpus Christi and Mostly Sunny near Carrizo Springs.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Carrizo Springs. Straight-line distance: 158.16 mi (254.53 km).

Corpus Christi

#1 Corpus Christi

The second most populous city in Texas and the center of the Corpus Christi metropolitan area.

Population327,248
Coordinates27.8005800, -97.3963800
Altitude2
CountryUnited States
Carrizo Springs

#2 Carrizo Springs

City in Texas, USA

Population5,221
Coordinates28.5219300, -99.8606100
Altitude184
CountryUnited States
Start: Corpus Christi (-97.39638, 27.80058)
End: Carrizo Springs (-99.86061, 28.52193)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 293 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 04m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 33m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 38m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 02m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 36m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 16m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.44 gal
24.36 L · about $24.34
Round trip
$48.67
12.88 gal · 48.72 L
Estimated CO2
57.2 kg one way
Round trip: 114.5 kg / 252 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $24.34 $48.67
Mid-grade $4.25 $27.38 $54.77
Premium $4.59 $29.57 $59.13
Diesel $3.99 $25.71 $51.43

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Texas · Jun 03, 2026

There is no time difference between Corpus Christi and Carrizo Springs. The current time is 09:37:19.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.