How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Sweeny, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Sweeny, TX is about 155 miles (249.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 134 miles (215.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 34m 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 47m.
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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 Sweeny.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Sweeny.
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Start on the route
1177 ft · 22 sec
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Take the exit slight right
1209 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left
1576 ft · 40 sec
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Turn right onto North Brownlee Boulevard
37 m · 2 sec · North Brownlee Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight left
681 ft · 17 sec
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Merge slight left onto New Harbor Bridge
10.1 mi · 11 min · New Harbor Bridge
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Keep slight left
8.9 mi · 10 min
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Keep slight left
7.7 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight left toward FM 1069, Market Street
1.1 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on FM 1069, Market Street
107 m · 10 sec
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Continue on State Highway 35 Bypass
3.2 mi · 4 min · State Highway 35 Bypass
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Keep slight right to continue on State Highway 35 Bypass
630 ft · 8 sec · State Highway 35 Bypass
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Turn straight onto FM 3036
1.3 mi · 2 min · FM 3036
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Turn left onto State Highway 35 North
29 mi · 43 min · State Highway 35 North
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Continue on Main Street
1616 ft · 27 sec · Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 35 North
38.3 mi · 57 min · State Highway 35 North
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Turn left
12.1 mi · 21 min
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Turn right
2.7 mi · 5 min
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Turn slight left
34.6 mi · 52 min
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Turn right onto Damon Black Ferry Road
3.8 mi · 7 min · Damon Black Ferry Road
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Turn straight onto Main Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Sweeny.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
State Highway 35 North
Continue on State Highway 35 North
38.3 mi · 00h 57m
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 Sweeny.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Sweeny?
The road trip is about 155 miles (249.4 km) and usually takes 03h 47m 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?
Port Lavaca is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.5 miles from Corpus Christi and 77.5 miles from Sweeny.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 134 miles (215.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 21 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 9:26 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.67 one way or $41.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Corpus Christi and Mostly Sunny near Sweeny.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Sweeny. Straight-line distance: 134.03 mi (215.7 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 Sweeny
City in Brazoria County, Texas, United States
| Population | 3,618 |
| Coordinates | 29.0388600, -95.6985600 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sweeny (-95.69856, 29.03886)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 249 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 56m |
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 | $20.67 | $41.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.26 | $46.52 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $25.11 | $50.23 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $21.84 | $43.68 |
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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