How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Somerset, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Somerset, TX is about 141.7 miles (228.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 124.8 miles (200.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 55m 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 27m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Live Oak County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Somerset.
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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 mi · 5 min · South TX 1604 Loop West
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Turn left onto Somerset Road
2307 ft · 50 sec · Somerset Road
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Turn right onto K Street
19 m · 2 sec · K Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · K Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Somerset.
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
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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.
Partly Sunny leaving Corpus Christi and Mostly Cloudy near Somerset.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Somerset?
The road trip is about 141.7 miles (228.1 km) and usually takes 02h 27m 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 71 miles from Corpus Christi and 70.8 miles from Somerset.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 124.8 miles (200.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.9 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 1:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.90 one way or $37.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Corpus Christi and Mostly Cloudy near Somerset.
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.
San Antonio Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Somerset. Straight-line distance: 124.78 mi (200.81 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 Somerset
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 1,983 |
| Coordinates | 29.2263500, -98.6578000 |
| Altitude | 197 |
| Country | United States |
End: Somerset (-98.6578, 29.22635)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 228 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $18.90 | $37.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.26 | $42.52 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $22.96 | $45.91 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $19.97 | $39.93 |
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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