How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Wimberley, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Wimberley, TX is about 199.6 miles (321.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 157.6 miles (253.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 11m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Atascosa County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Corpus Christi and Wimberley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Wimberley.
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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
115.9 mi · 1 hr 56 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 410, TX 130, US 281 South
971 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 410 North, TX 130 North
2383 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left onto Connally Loop
10.6 mi · 12 min · Connally Loop
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Merge slight left onto North Pan Am Expressway
2.8 mi · 3 min · North Pan Am Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on North Pan Am Expressway
7.4 mi · 8 min · North Pan Am Expressway
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
11.9 mi · 13 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Continue on Interstate Highway 35
1.9 mi · 2 min · Interstate Highway 35
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Continue on Purple Heart Trail
14.7 mi · 16 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward RM 12: Wimberley
995 ft · 24 sec
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Turn straight onto South Interstate 35
1284 ft · 33 sec · South Interstate 35
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Turn left onto East Wonder World Drive
3.7 mi · 6 min · East Wonder World Drive
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Continue on Ranch Road 12
11.6 mi · 17 min · Ranch Road 12
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Turn slight left onto Ranch Road 12
904 ft · 22 sec · Ranch Road 12
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ranch Road 12
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Wimberley.
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
116 mi · 01h 56m
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 Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wimberley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Wimberley?
The road trip is about 199.6 miles (321.3 km) and usually takes 03h 35m 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?
Christine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 100 miles from Corpus Christi and 99.7 miles from Wimberley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 157.6 miles (253.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 42 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 9:48 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.64 one way or $53.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Corpus Christi and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wimberley.
Stop Ideas Near Christine
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 Wimberley. Straight-line distance: 157.62 mi (253.66 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 Wimberley
City in Texas
| Population | 3,422 |
| Coordinates | 29.9974400, -98.0986200 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wimberley (-98.09862, 29.99744)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 321 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 29m |
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 | $26.64 | $53.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $29.98 | $59.95 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $32.37 | $64.73 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $28.15 | $56.30 |
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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