How far is Corpus Christi, TX from La Coste, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to La Coste, TX is about 159.5 miles (256.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 135.1 miles (217.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 42m 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 02h 51m.
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 Live Oak County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Corpus Christi and La Coste.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and La Coste.
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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
107.5 mi · 1 hr 47 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Loop 1604: Anderson Loop, Elmendorf
1451 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto Interstate 37 South
1040 ft · 31 sec · Interstate 37 South
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Turn left onto Anderson Loop
11.4 mi · 14 min · Anderson Loop
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Continue on South TX 1604 Loop West
4.6 mi · 6 min · South TX 1604 Loop West
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Continue on Anderson Loop
2.9 mi · 4 min · Anderson Loop
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Turn left onto Interstate 35 South
875 ft · 20 sec · Interstate 35 South
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 35 South
1153 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
6.4 mi · 6 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 132 South: Lytle
1878 ft · 46 sec
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Turn straight onto Main Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto South Prairie Street
1.2 km · 2 min · South Prairie Street
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Continue on Lytle-Lacoste Road
4.2 mi · 5 min · Lytle-Lacoste Road
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Turn straight onto Farm-to-Market Road 2790
2637 ft · 45 sec · Farm-to-Market Road 2790
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Continue on Castro Avenue
1450 ft · 44 sec · Castro Avenue
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Turn right onto South Front Street
1311 ft · 37 sec · South Front Street
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Turn right
47 m · 7 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 La Coste.
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
107 mi · 01h 48m
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.
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Corpus Christi and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near La Coste.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to La Coste?
The road trip is about 159.5 miles (256.7 km) and usually takes 02h 51m 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?
Three Rivers is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.8 miles from Corpus Christi and 79.7 miles from La Coste.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 135.1 miles (217.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.4 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 12:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.28 one way or $42.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Corpus Christi and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near La Coste.
Stop Ideas Near Three Rivers
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Three Rivers.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and La Coste. Straight-line distance: 135.08 mi (217.39 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 La Coste
City in Medina County, Texas, United States
| Population | 1,119 |
| Coordinates | 29.3107900, -98.8100300 |
| Altitude | 217 |
| Country | United States |
End: La Coste (-98.81003, 29.31079)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 257 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $21.28 | $42.55 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.94 | $47.88 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $25.85 | $51.69 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $22.48 | $44.96 |
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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