How far is Corpus Christi, TX from South Point, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to South Point, TX is about 167.8 miles (270.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133.5 miles (214.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 22m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 11m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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 Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Corpus Christi and South Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and South Point.
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Start on the route
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight left toward TX 358: Padre Island
2157 ft · 53 sec
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Continue on North Padre Island Drive
1.6 km · 1 min · North Padre Island Drive
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 44: Robstown, Alice
2142 ft · 52 sec
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Continue straight
11.4 mi · 12 min
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Turn left onto South US Highway 77
3143 ft · 1 min · South US Highway 77
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Take the ramp slight left
1508 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto U.S. Highway 77
6.3 mi · 7 min · U.S. Highway 77
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Continue on Driscoll Bypass
4.2 mi · 5 min · Driscoll Bypass
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Continue on U.S. Highway 77
13.8 mi · 15 min · U.S. Highway 77
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Keep slight left to continue on U.S. Highway 77
61.3 mi · 1 hr 9 min · U.S. Highway 77
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Keep slight left to continue on U.S. Highway 77
43.7 mi · 47 min · U.S. Highway 77
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Continue on North Expressway
2.1 mi · 2 min · North Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Interstate 169
3.7 mi · 4 min · Interstate 169
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Continue on I-169, TX 550 Toll
1.3 km · 52 sec · I-169, TX 550 Toll
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Continue straight
2 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right
6.1 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto Boca Chica Boulevard
1.6 mi · 2 min · Boca Chica Boulevard
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Turn right onto Oklahoma Avenue
3.6 mi · 6 min · Oklahoma Avenue
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Turn right onto Alabama Avenue
2121 ft · 58 sec · Alabama Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Alabama Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and South Point.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Corpus Christi and Mostly Sunny near South Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to South Point?
The road trip is about 167.8 miles (270.1 km) and usually takes 03h 11m 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?
Raymondville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.1 miles from Corpus Christi and 83.8 miles from South Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133.5 miles (214.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.3 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 10:38 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.37 one way or $44.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Corpus Christi and Mostly Sunny near South Point.
Stop Ideas Near Raymondville
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 Raymondville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and South Point. Straight-line distance: 133.48 mi (214.82 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 South Point
In Cameron County, Texas, US, South Point is a census-designated place (CDP).
| Population | 1,376 |
| Coordinates | 25.8686900, -97.3835900 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Point (-97.38359, 25.86869)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 270 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 05m |
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 | $22.37 | $44.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.17 | $50.34 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $27.18 | $54.36 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $23.64 | $47.28 |
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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