How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Elm Creek, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Elm Creek, TX is about 229.7 miles (369.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 200 miles (321.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 37m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 18m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in La Salle 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 Elm Creek.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Elm Creek.
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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
42.3 mi · 43 min · US Highway 83 North
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Continue on South 1st Street
1786 ft · 31 sec · South 1st Street
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Turn left onto Peña Street
42.1 mi · 49 min · Peña Street
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Take the exit slight right
70 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Veterans Boulevard
2.7 mi · 4 min · North Veterans Boulevard
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Turn right onto Del Río Boulevard
2 mi · 2 min · Del Río Boulevard
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Turn right onto Deer Run Lane
2108 ft · 2 min · Deer Run Lane
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Continue on Deer Run Boulevard
1165 ft · 57 sec · Deer Run Boulevard
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Turn left onto Short Street
60 m · 9 sec · Short Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Short Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Elm Creek.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Corpus Christi and Partly Sunny near Elm Creek.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Elm Creek?
The road trip is about 229.7 miles (369.6 km) and usually takes 04h 18m 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?
Encinal is a useful midpoint, sitting about 114.8 miles from Corpus Christi and 114.9 miles from Elm Creek.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 200 miles (321.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.7 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 8:22 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.61 one way or $61.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 72 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Corpus Christi and Partly Sunny near Elm Creek.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Elm Creek. Straight-line distance: 199.98 mi (321.83 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 Elm Creek
City in Buffalo County, Nebraska, United States of America
| Population | 2,469 |
| Coordinates | 28.7744200, -100.4917400 |
| Altitude | 229 |
| Country | United States |
End: Elm Creek (-100.49174, 28.77442)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 370 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 51m |
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 | $30.61 | $61.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $34.44 | $68.88 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $37.19 | $74.37 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $32.34 | $64.69 |
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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