How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Falfurrias, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Falfurrias, TX is about 79.4 miles (127.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60.6 miles (97.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 33m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in 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 Falfurrias.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Falfurrias.
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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
11.4 mi · 12 min
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Turn left onto South US Highway 77
3143 ft · 1 min · South US Highway 77
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Take the ramp slight left
1508 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto U.S. Highway 77
6.3 mi · 7 min · U.S. Highway 77
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Continue on Driscoll Bypass
4.2 mi · 5 min · Driscoll Bypass
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Continue on U.S. Highway 77
11.1 mi · 12 min · U.S. Highway 77
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 141
741 ft · 18 sec
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Turn straight onto South US Highway 77 Bypass
774 ft · 25 sec · South US Highway 77 Bypass
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Turn right onto East King Avenue
16.2 mi · 21 min · East King Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1804 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
11 mi · 13 min
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Keep slight left
9.5 mi · 10 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Falfurrias Expressway
1.4 mi · 1 min · Falfurrias Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 285: Falfurrias
623 ft · 15 sec
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Turn straight onto North US Highway 281
2367 ft · 49 sec · North US Highway 281
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Turn right onto East Rice Street
962 ft · 20 sec · East Rice Street
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Turn right onto North Saint Mary's Street
28 m · 2 sec · North Saint Mary's Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Saint Mary's Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Falfurrias.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
East King Avenue
Turn right onto East King Avenue
16.2 mi · 00h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Corpus Christi and Mostly Sunny near Falfurrias.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Falfurrias?
The road trip is about 79.4 miles (127.8 km) and usually takes 01h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Kingsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.7 miles from Corpus Christi and 39.6 miles from Falfurrias.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60.6 miles (97.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.58 one way or $21.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Corpus Christi and Mostly Sunny near Falfurrias.
Stop Ideas Near Kingsville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Kingsville Water Department
City of Driscoll
Housing Authority
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Kingsville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Falfurrias. Straight-line distance: 60.58 mi (97.5 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 Falfurrias
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 4,717 |
| Coordinates | 27.2269900, -98.1441700 |
| Altitude | 35 |
| Country | United States |
End: Falfurrias (-98.14417, 27.22699)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 128 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
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 | $10.58 | $21.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.91 | $23.81 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $12.85 | $25.71 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $11.18 | $22.36 |
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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