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

The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Sebastian, TX is about 122.6 miles (197.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 18m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 103.6 miles (166.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 36m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
122.6 mi
02h 18m
Flight
103.59 mi
166.72 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
103.59 mi
Kilometers
166.72 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
122.6 mi
Kilometers
197.3 km
Drive Time
02h 18m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 18m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Sebastian
Sat, Nov 7, 4:38 AM CST
Return by in Corpus Christi
Sat, Nov 7, 6:56 AM CST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Corpus Christi
2026-11-07T02:20
Arrive Sebastian
Sat, Nov 7, 4:38 AM CST
Route Timing
02h 18m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:18 AM to 12:18 PM CST

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

Leave by
1:54 PM CST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Corpus Christi
9:30 PM CST
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
61.5 mi
01h 09m
To Sebastian
61.1 mi
01h 09m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
76°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sat, Nov 7 6:00 AM CST
Wind
14 to 22 mph ENE
Destination
81°F
Saturday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Nov 7 6:00 AM CST
Wind
7 to 14 mph ENE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    17.9 mi · 19 min · U.S. Highway 77

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward Spur 413 West, FM 2629 East

    1162 ft · 28 sec

  14. 14

    Turn straight onto Interstate 69E Frontage Road

    1109 ft · 24 sec · Interstate 69E Frontage Road

  15. 15

    Turn right onto East Main Street

    1847 ft · 39 sec · East Main Street

  16. 16

    Turn right

    16 m · 4 sec

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

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
17 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
1 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
U.S. Highway 77
99.3 mi · 81%
TX 44
11.8 mi · 10%
Driscoll Bypass
4.22 mi · 3%
North Padre Island Drive
0.99 mi · 1%
South US Highway 77
0.88 mi · 1%
TX 358
0.41 mi
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 18m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 36m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+19 mi
103.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Kingsville
01h 09m from Corpus Christi
Leave By
1:54 PM CST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Corpus Christi and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sebastian.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 122.6 miles (197.3 km) and usually takes 02h 18m 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 61.5 miles from Corpus Christi and 61.1 miles from Sebastian.

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

The direct path is about 103.6 miles (166.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 19 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:54 PM CST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.51 one way or $31.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Corpus Christi and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sebastian.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Sebastian. Straight-line distance: 103.59 mi (166.72 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
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#2 Sebastian

Sebastian is a place in Texas, United States.

Population0
Coordinates26.3428500, -97.7902700
Altitude12
CountryUnited States
Start: Corpus Christi (-97.39638, 27.80058)
End: Sebastian (-97.79027, 26.34285)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 197 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 05m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 03m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 27m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 02m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 45m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 31m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.33 gal
16.38 L · about $15.51
Round trip
$31.01
8.66 gal · 32.76 L
Estimated CO2
38.5 kg one way
Round trip: 77 kg / 170 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.58 $15.51 $31.01
Mid-grade $4.09 $17.73 $35.45
Premium $4.47 $19.36 $38.73
Diesel $5.68 $24.60 $49.21

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 · Nov 06, 2026

There is no time difference between Corpus Christi and Sebastian. The current time is 02:20:02.

Distance to Other Cities

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