How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Fulshear, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Fulshear, TX is about 185.9 miles (299.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 158.9 miles (255.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 31m 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 03h 45m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Corpus Christi and Fulshear.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Fulshear.
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Start on the route
1177 ft · 22 sec
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Take the exit slight right
1209 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left
1576 ft · 40 sec
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Turn right onto North Brownlee Boulevard
37 m · 2 sec · North Brownlee Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight left
681 ft · 17 sec
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Merge slight left onto New Harbor Bridge
10.1 mi · 11 min · New Harbor Bridge
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Keep slight left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right
1737 ft · 42 sec
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Turn straight onto State Highway 35
2925 ft · 1 min · State Highway 35
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Turn left onto Farm to Market Road 136
17.8 mi · 23 min · Farm to Market Road 136
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Continue straight
9.6 mi · 10 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto South Alamo Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · South Alamo Street
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Turn slight right onto United States Highway 77
33 mi · 37 min · United States Highway 77
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Keep slight left to continue on Spur 91
1.5 mi · 2 min · Spur 91
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Merge slight left onto US Highway 59 South
75.3 mi · 1 hr 23 min · US Highway 59 South
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Take the exit slight right
919 ft · 22 sec
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Keep slight right
1358 ft · 37 sec
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Turn right
72 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight
2.3 mi · 3 min
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Turn slight left onto Mc Kinney Street
8.7 mi · 13 min · Mc Kinney Street
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Continue on South Dill Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Dill Street
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Continue on State Highway 60
7.4 mi · 11 min · State Highway 60
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Turn right onto Commerce Street
598 ft · 19 sec · Commerce Street
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Turn left onto North 1st Street
1309 ft · 22 sec · North 1st Street
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Continue on Farm to Market 1093 Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · Farm to Market 1093 Road
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Continue on Farm to Market 1093 Road
9.5 mi · 14 min · Farm to Market 1093 Road
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Turn left onto Fulshear Trace
70 m · 6 sec · Fulshear Trace
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Continue on Main Street
119 m · 9 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto 1st Street
113 m · 18 sec · 1st Street
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Turn right onto Wilson Drive
115 m · 18 sec · Wilson Drive
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Turn right onto Farm to Market 1093 Road
11 m · 1 sec · Farm to Market 1093 Road
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Turn slight left
74 m · 9 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Fulshear.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 59 South
Merge slight left onto US Highway 59 South
75.3 mi · 01h 23m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Corpus Christi and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fulshear.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Fulshear?
The road trip is about 185.9 miles (299.1 km) and usually takes 03h 45m 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?
Inez is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93 miles from Corpus Christi and 92.8 miles from Fulshear.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 158.9 miles (255.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 27 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 9:28 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.79 one way or $49.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Corpus Christi and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fulshear.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Fulshear. Straight-line distance: 158.93 mi (255.78 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 Fulshear
City in Fort Bend County, Texas, United States
| Population | 17,136 |
| Coordinates | 29.6899600, -95.8996800 |
| Altitude | 40 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fulshear (-95.89968, 29.68996)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 299 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 19m |
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 | $24.79 | $49.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.89 | $55.79 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $30.12 | $60.23 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $26.19 | $52.39 |
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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