How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Kempner, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Kempner, TX is about 273.2 miles (439.6 km), with a travel time of about 05h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 229.6 miles (369.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 00m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Texas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Corpus Christi and Kempner.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Kempner.
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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
125.4 mi · 2 hr 7 min
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Continue on McAllister Freeway
14.9 mi · 18 min · McAllister Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on US 281 HOV Lane
2.9 mi · 3 min · US 281 HOV Lane
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Merge slight right
100.2 mi · 1 hr 58 min
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Turn right onto E E Ohnmeiss Drive
1209 ft · 32 sec · E E Ohnmeiss Drive
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Continue on Central Texas Expressway
11.6 mi · 14 min · Central Texas Expressway
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Turn left
55 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto Depot Avenue
49 m · 7 sec · Depot Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Depot Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Kempner.
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
125 mi · 02h 07m
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 Sunny near Kempner.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Kempner?
The road trip is about 273.2 miles (439.6 km) and usually takes 05h 00m 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?
China Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 136.8 miles from Corpus Christi and 136.3 miles from Kempner.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 229.6 miles (369.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 43.6 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 7:00 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.43 one way or $72.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 85.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Corpus Christi and Sunny near Kempner.
Stop Ideas Near China Grove
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Piazza Italia Park
City Hall San Antonio
Municipal Plaza
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to China Grove.
San Antonio Station
San Marcos Station
Austin
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Kempner. Straight-line distance: 229.57 mi (369.46 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 Kempner
City in Lampasas County, Texas, United States
| Population | 1,160 |
| Coordinates | 31.0810100, -98.0025200 |
| Altitude | 264 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kempner (-98.00252, 31.08101)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 440 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 24m |
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 | $36.43 | $72.86 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $40.99 | $81.98 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $44.26 | $88.51 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $38.49 | $76.99 |
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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