How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Hempstead, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Hempstead, TX is about 214.9 miles (345.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 177.6 miles (285.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 21m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Jackson 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 Hempstead.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Hempstead.
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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
7.1 mi · 11 min · State Highway 60
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Turn left onto Legion Street
1580 ft · 50 sec · Legion Street
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Turn left onto Commerce Street
9.8 mi · 11 min · Commerce Street
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Keep slight right
15.6 mi · 19 min
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Turn sharp right onto East Main Street
574 ft · 10 sec · East Main Street
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Turn straight onto East Hill Street
15.1 mi · 23 min · East Hill Street
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Turn right onto Austin Street
1223 ft · 23 sec · Austin Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Austin Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Hempstead.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Corpus Christi and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Hempstead.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Hempstead?
The road trip is about 214.9 miles (345.8 km) and usually takes 04h 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?
Edna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 107.6 miles from Corpus Christi and 107.3 miles from Hempstead.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 177.6 miles (285.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.3 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 8:18 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.64 one way or $57.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 67.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Corpus Christi and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Hempstead.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Hempstead. Straight-line distance: 177.58 mi (285.78 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 Hempstead
City in Texas, USA
| Population | 8,835 |
| Coordinates | 30.0974400, -96.0782900 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hempstead (-96.07829, 30.09744)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 346 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 40m |
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 | $28.64 | $57.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $32.23 | $64.46 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $34.80 | $69.60 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $30.27 | $60.53 |
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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