How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Uvalde, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Uvalde, TX is about 223.1 miles (359.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 174.7 miles (281.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 58m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Atascosa County, Texas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Corpus Christi and Uvalde.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Uvalde.
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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
122 mi · 2 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West, US 90 West, US 87 North, I 10 East, US 90 East, US 87 South: Houston, El Paso
649 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 10 West, US 90 West, US 87 North: El Paso, Del Rio
2931 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Jose Lopez Freeway
1.7 mi · 2 min · Jose Lopez Freeway
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Continue on Cleto Rodriguez Freeway
12.5 mi · 14 min · Cleto Rodriguez Freeway
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Continue on West US Highway 90
25.4 mi · 29 min · West US Highway 90
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Continue on 19th Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · 19th Street
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Continue on US Highway 90 West
37.7 mi · 43 min · US Highway 90 West
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Continue on East Main Street
3.2 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Getty Street
9 m · 1 sec · North Getty Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Getty Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Uvalde.
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
Continue straight
122 mi · 02h 03m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Corpus Christi and Mostly Cloudy near Uvalde.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Uvalde?
The road trip is about 223.1 miles (359.1 km) and usually takes 03h 59m 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?
Pleasanton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 111.6 miles from Corpus Christi and 111.5 miles from Uvalde.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 174.7 miles (281.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 48.4 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 9:02 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.74 one way or $59.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Corpus Christi and Mostly Cloudy near Uvalde.
Stop Ideas Near Pleasanton
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 Pleasanton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Uvalde. Straight-line distance: 174.73 mi (281.2 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 Uvalde
City in and the county seat of Uvalde County, Texas
| Population | 15,977 |
| Coordinates | 29.2096800, -99.7861700 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| Country | United States |
End: Uvalde (-99.78617, 29.20968)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 359 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 47m |
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 | $29.74 | $59.48 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $33.46 | $66.93 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $36.13 | $72.26 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $31.42 | $62.85 |
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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