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

The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Richwood, TX is about 176 miles (283.3 km), with a travel time of about 04h 18m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 148.6 miles (239.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 37m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
176.02 mi
04h 18m
Flight
148.63 mi
239.2 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
148.63 mi
Kilometers
239.2 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
176.02 mi
Kilometers
283.28 km
Drive Time
04h 18m

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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 04h 18m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Richwood
Thu, Apr 23, 3:56 AM CDT
Return by in Corpus Christi
Thu, Apr 23, 8:14 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Corpus Christi
2026-04-22T23:37
Arrive Richwood
Thu, Apr 23, 3:56 AM CDT
Route Timing
04h 18m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:19 AM to 12:19 PM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:22 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Corpus Christi
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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
Point Comfort
TX

City in Calhoun County, Texas, United States

From Corpus Christi
88 mi
02h 09m
To Richwood
88 mi
02h 09m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
9 to 17 mph SE
Destination
79°F
Wednesday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph SE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    1177 ft · 22 sec

  2. 2

    Take the exit slight right

    1209 ft · 30 sec

  3. 3

    Keep slight left

    1576 ft · 40 sec

  4. 4

    Turn right onto North Brownlee Boulevard

    37 m · 2 sec · North Brownlee Boulevard

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight left

    681 ft · 17 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto New Harbor Bridge

    10.1 mi · 11 min · New Harbor Bridge

  7. 7

    Keep slight left

    8.9 mi · 10 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight left

    7.7 mi · 9 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight left toward FM 1069, Market Street

    1.1 km · 2 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on FM 1069, Market Street

    107 m · 10 sec

  11. 11

    Continue on State Highway 35 Bypass

    3.2 mi · 4 min · State Highway 35 Bypass

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on State Highway 35 Bypass

    630 ft · 8 sec · State Highway 35 Bypass

  13. 13

    Turn straight onto FM 3036

    1.3 mi · 2 min · FM 3036

  14. 14

    Turn left onto State Highway 35 North

    29 mi · 43 min · State Highway 35 North

  15. 15

    Continue on Main Street

    1616 ft · 27 sec · Main Street

  16. 16

    Continue on State Highway 35 North

    38.3 mi · 57 min · State Highway 35 North

  17. 17

    Turn left

    12.1 mi · 21 min

  18. 18

    Turn right

    2.7 mi · 5 min

  19. 19

    Turn slight left

    38.8 mi · 58 min

  20. 20

    Turn right

    1.4 mi · 3 min

  21. 21

    Turn right onto South Columbia Drive

    8.2 mi · 13 min · South Columbia Drive

  22. 22

    Turn left

    6.5 mi · 10 min

  23. 23

    Turn left onto FM 2004

    4.3 mi · 7 min · FM 2004

  24. 24

    Turn right onto Brazosport Boulevard North

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Brazosport Boulevard North

  25. 25

    Turn right onto Cedar Drive

    1580 ft · 1 min · Cedar Drive

  26. 26

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Cedar Drive

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
26 steps
12 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
14.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
State Highway 35 North
67.3 mi · 38%
New Harbor Bridge
26.7 mi · 15%
South Columbia Drive
8.22 mi · 5%
FM 2004
4.33 mi · 2%
State Highway 35 Bypass
3.28 mi · 2%
FM 3036
1.25 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Longest stretch

Turn slight left

38.8 mi · 00h 58m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
04h 18m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+27.4 mi
148.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Point Comfort
02h 09m from Corpus Christi
Leave By
8:22 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Corpus Christi and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Richwood.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 176 miles (283.3 km) and usually takes 04h 18m 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?

Point Comfort is a useful midpoint, sitting about 88 miles from Corpus Christi and 88 miles from Richwood.

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

The direct path is about 148.6 miles (239.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:22 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.47 one way or $46.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Corpus Christi and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Richwood.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Richwood. Straight-line distance: 148.63 mi (239.2 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
Richwood

#2 Richwood

City in West Virginia, United States

Population4,015
Coordinates29.0560800, -95.4099400
Altitude5
CountryUnited States
Start: Corpus Christi (-97.39638, 27.80058)
End: Richwood (-95.40994, 29.05608)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 283 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 51m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 24m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 31m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 56m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 30m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 11m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.21 gal
23.51 L · about $23.47
Round trip
$46.94
12.42 gal · 47.02 L
Estimated CO2
55.2 kg one way
Round trip: 110.4 kg / 243 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.78 $23.47 $46.94
Mid-grade $4.25 $26.40 $52.81
Premium $4.59 $28.51 $57.02
Diesel $3.99 $24.80 $49.59

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 · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Corpus Christi and Richwood. The current time is 23:37:21.

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.