How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Fort Clark Springs, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Fort Clark Springs, TX is about 263.2 miles (423.6 km), with a travel time of about 04h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 211 miles (339.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 32m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Bexar 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 Fort Clark Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Fort Clark Springs.
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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
122 mi · 2 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West, US 90 West, US 87 North, I 10 East, US 90 East, US 87 South: Houston, El Paso
649 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 10 West, US 90 West, US 87 North: El Paso, Del Rio
2931 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Jose Lopez Freeway
1.7 mi · 2 min · Jose Lopez Freeway
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Continue on Cleto Rodriguez Freeway
12.5 mi · 14 min · Cleto Rodriguez Freeway
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Continue on West US Highway 90
25.4 mi · 29 min · West US Highway 90
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Continue on 19th Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · 19th Street
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Continue on US Highway 90 West
37.7 mi · 43 min · US Highway 90 West
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Continue on East Main Street
4.9 mi · 6 min · East Main Street
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Continue on West US Highway 90
37.4 mi · 43 min · West US Highway 90
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Continue on East Military Highway
2339 ft · 35 sec · East Military Highway
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Turn left onto Fort Clark Road
992 ft · 44 sec · Fort Clark Road
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Turn right onto Mackenzie Road
150 m · 22 sec · Mackenzie Road
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Turn left onto Colony Row
34 m · 6 sec · Colony Row
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Colony Row
600 ft · 26 sec · Colony Row
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Colony Row
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Fort Clark Springs.
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
122 mi · 02h 03m
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.
Sunny leaving Corpus Christi and Chance Rain Showers near Fort Clark Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Fort Clark Springs?
The road trip is about 263.2 miles (423.6 km) and usually takes 04h 46m 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?
Elmendorf is a useful midpoint, sitting about 131.6 miles from Corpus Christi and 131.6 miles from Fort Clark Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 211 miles (339.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 52.2 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 7:28 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $35.66 one way or $71.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 82.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Corpus Christi and Chance Rain Showers near Fort Clark Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Elmendorf
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Piazza Italia Park
Olmos Park City Hall
Municipal Plaza
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Elmendorf.
San Antonio Station
San Marcos Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Fort Clark Springs. Straight-line distance: 211.03 mi (339.62 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 Fort Clark Springs
Situated in southwest Texas within Kinney County at an elevation of 1152 feet, this locality is centered around the large artesian Las Moras Springs.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 29.3060700, -100.4220200 |
| Altitude | 351 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fort Clark Springs (-100.42202, 29.30607)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 424 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 17m |
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 | $3.84 | $35.66 | $71.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.35 | $40.38 | $80.77 |
| Premium | $4.72 | $43.88 | $87.75 |
| Diesel | $5.78 | $53.66 | $107.32 |
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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