How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Wells Branch, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Wells Branch, TX is about 211.1 miles (339.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 183.6 miles (295.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 08m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Corpus Christi and Wells Branch.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Wells Branch.
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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 right
1.6 km · 1 min
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Keep slight left
13.7 mi · 16 min
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Continue on State Highway 89
4.1 mi · 5 min · State Highway 89
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Continue on US Highway 181
16 mi · 18 min · US Highway 181
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Continue on South 8th Street
1.3 km · 56 sec · South 8th Street
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Continue on US Highway 181 South
40.2 mi · 46 min · US Highway 181 South
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Continue on South Sunset Strip Drive
1.2 mi · 1 min · South Sunset Strip Drive
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Main Street
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Keep slight left to continue on East Main Street
71 m · 4 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on Helena Road
8.4 mi · 11 min · Helena Road
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Turn straight onto State Highway 80
23.6 mi · 26 min · State Highway 80
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Continue on South Nixon Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · South Nixon Avenue
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Continue on State Highway 80 North
30.8 mi · 35 min · State Highway 80 North
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Continue on US 183
10.1 mi · 12 min · US 183
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Continue on South Colorado Street
4.9 mi · 9 min · South Colorado Street
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Continue on United States Highway 183
1282 ft · 17 sec · United States Highway 183
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Keep slight left to continue on TX 130 Toll North: Austin, Waco
2447 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pickle Parkway
32.3 mi · 30 min · Pickle Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 734: Parmer Lane
1360 ft · 33 sec
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Turn straight onto State Highway 130
1555 ft · 33 sec · State Highway 130
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Turn left onto East Parmer Lane
6 mi · 8 min · East Parmer Lane
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Turn right onto McCallen Pass
1 mi · 2 min · McCallen Pass
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Turn left onto West Howard Lane
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Howard Lane
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Turn right onto Thermal Drive
1 km · 1 min · Thermal Drive
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Turn right onto Wells Branch Parkway
800 ft · 23 sec · Wells Branch Parkway
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Turn left onto Wells Port Drive
1.2 km · 2 min · Wells Port Drive
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Turn left onto Alpha Collier Drive
772 ft · 36 sec · Alpha Collier Drive
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Turn right onto Quiet Wood Drive
95 m · 14 sec · Quiet Wood Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Quiet Wood Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Wells Branch.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 181 South
Continue on US Highway 181 South
40.2 mi · 00h 46m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Corpus Christi and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wells Branch.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Wells Branch?
The road trip is about 211.1 miles (339.7 km) and usually takes 04h 04m 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?
Runge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 105.8 miles from Corpus Christi and 105.3 miles from Wells Branch.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 183.6 miles (295.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.5 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 8:52 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.15 one way or $56.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 66.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Corpus Christi and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wells Branch.
Stop Ideas Near Runge
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Wells Branch. Straight-line distance: 183.58 mi (295.44 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 Wells Branch
Census designated place
| Population | 12,120 |
| Coordinates | 30.4460400, -97.6794500 |
| Altitude | 250 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wells Branch (-97.67945, 30.44604)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 340 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 38m |
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 | $28.15 | $56.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $31.68 | $63.35 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $34.20 | $68.41 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $29.75 | $59.50 |
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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