How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Lasara, TX?

The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Lasara, TX is about 122.1 miles (196.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 24m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 97.6 miles (157 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 49m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
122.13 mi
02h 24m
Flight
97.57 mi
157.02 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
97.57 mi
Kilometers
157.02 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
122.13 mi
Kilometers
196.55 km
Drive Time
02h 24m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 24m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lasara
Mon, May 4, 8:12 PM CDT
Return by in Corpus Christi
Mon, May 4, 10:37 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Corpus Christi
2026-05-04T17:48
Arrive Lasara
Mon, May 4, 8:12 PM CDT
Route Timing
02h 24m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:25 AM to 12:25 PM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:40 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Corpus Christi
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Kingsville
TX

City in Texas, United States

From Corpus Christi
61.2 mi
01h 12m
To Lasara
61 mi
01h 12m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Monday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 21 mph SSE
Destination
86°F
Monday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
6 to 16 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Corpus Christi and Lasara.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Lasara.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    4.2 mi · 5 min

  2. 2

    Take the exit slight left toward TX 358: Padre Island

    2157 ft · 53 sec

  3. 3

    Continue on North Padre Island Drive

    1.6 km · 1 min · North Padre Island Drive

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward TX 44: Robstown, Alice

    2142 ft · 52 sec

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    11.4 mi · 12 min

  6. 6

    Turn left onto South US Highway 77

    3143 ft · 1 min · South US Highway 77

  7. 7

    Take the ramp slight left

    1508 ft · 37 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto U.S. Highway 77

    6.3 mi · 7 min · U.S. Highway 77

  9. 9

    Continue on Driscoll Bypass

    4.2 mi · 5 min · Driscoll Bypass

  10. 10

    Continue on U.S. Highway 77

    13.8 mi · 15 min · U.S. Highway 77

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on U.S. Highway 77

    61.3 mi · 1 hr 9 min · U.S. Highway 77

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on U.S. Highway 77

    8.1 mi · 9 min · U.S. Highway 77

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward TX 186: Raymondville, Port Mansfield

    1595 ft · 39 sec

  14. 14

    Turn straight onto Interstate 69E Frontage Road

    864 ft · 21 sec · Interstate 69E Frontage Road

  15. 15

    Turn right onto East Hidalgo Avenue

    8.7 mi · 15 min · East Hidalgo Avenue

  16. 16

    Turn left

    1 mi · 2 min

  17. 17

    Turn left onto County Road 2900 West

    36 m · 3 sec · County Road 2900 West

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · County Road 2900 West

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Lasara.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
18 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
1 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
14.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
U.S. Highway 77
89.5 mi · 73%
TX 44
11.8 mi · 10%
East Hidalgo Avenue
8.66 mi · 7%
Driscoll Bypass
4.22 mi · 3%
North Padre Island Drive
0.99 mi · 1%
South US Highway 77
0.88 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

U.S. Highway 77

Keep slight left to continue on U.S. Highway 77

61.3 mi · 01h 10m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 24m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+24.5 mi
97.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Kingsville
01h 12m from Corpus Christi
Leave By
1:40 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Corpus Christi and Mostly Sunny near Lasara.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Lasara?

The road trip is about 122.1 miles (196.5 km) and usually takes 02h 24m 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?

Kingsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.2 miles from Corpus Christi and 61 miles from Lasara.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 97.6 miles (157 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.5 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 1:40 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.29 one way or $32.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Corpus Christi and Mostly Sunny near Lasara.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Lasara. Straight-line distance: 97.57 mi (157.02 km).

Corpus Christi

#1 Corpus Christi

The second most populous city in Texas and the center of the Corpus Christi metropolitan area.

Population327,248
Coordinates27.8005800, -97.3963800
Altitude2
CountryUnited States
Lasara

#2 Lasara

Census designated place

Population1,039
Coordinates26.4647900, -97.9111100
Altitude13
CountryUnited States
Start: Corpus Christi (-97.39638, 27.80058)
End: Lasara (-97.91111, 26.46479)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 197 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 04m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 03m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 26m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 02m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 44m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 31m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.31 gal
16.31 L · about $16.29
Round trip
$32.57
8.62 gal · 32.62 L
Estimated CO2
38.3 kg one way
Round trip: 76.6 kg / 169 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $16.29 $32.57
Mid-grade $4.25 $18.33 $36.65
Premium $4.59 $19.79 $39.57
Diesel $3.99 $17.21 $34.42

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Texas · May 04, 2026

There is no time difference between Corpus Christi and Lasara. The current time is 17:48:16.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.