How far is Danbury, TX from Corpus Christi, TX?
The driving distance from Danbury, TX to Corpus Christi, TX is about 186 miles (299.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 158.9 miles (255.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 52m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 26m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Calhoun County, Texas, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Danbury and Corpus Christi.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Danbury and Corpus Christi.
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Start on 5th Street
4.1 mi · 8 min · 5th Street
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Turn right onto East Hospital Drive
1.1 mi · 3 min · East Hospital Drive
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Turn left onto East Mulberry Street
14.8 mi · 22 min · East Mulberry Street
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Continue on East Brazos Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · East Brazos Avenue
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Turn left onto South 17th Street
2 mi · 4 min · South 17th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left
38.7 mi · 58 min
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Turn straight
2.7 mi · 5 min
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Turn left
12.1 mi · 21 min
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Turn right
67.6 mi · 1 hr 41 min
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Turn right onto FM 3036
1.4 mi · 2 min · FM 3036
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Turn left onto State Highway 35 Bypass
3.3 mi · 4 min · State Highway 35 Bypass
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Keep slight right to continue on State Highway 35 Bypass
7.8 mi · 9 min · State Highway 35 Bypass
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Keep slight right to continue on State Highway 35 Bypass
19.5 mi · 22 min · State Highway 35 Bypass
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Take the exit slight right
1912 ft · 44 sec
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Turn slight right
1793 ft · 56 sec
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Take the ramp slight left
2474 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1548 ft · 29 sec
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Continue on Interstate Highway 37
118 m · 10 sec · Interstate Highway 37
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Continue on Interstate Highway 37
135 m · 15 sec · Interstate Highway 37
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Continue straight
147 m · 9 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Danbury and Corpus Christi.
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
Turn right
67.6 mi · 01h 41m
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 Danbury and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Corpus Christi.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Danbury to Corpus Christi?
The road trip is about 186 miles (299.3 km) and usually takes 03h 26m 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?
Point Comfort is a useful midpoint, sitting about 88.9 miles from Danbury and 97.1 miles from Corpus Christi.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 158.9 miles (255.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.1 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 10:08 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.79 one way or $49.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Danbury and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Corpus Christi.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Danbury and Corpus Christi. Straight-line distance: 158.87 mi (255.68 km).
#1 Danbury
City in Texas
| Population | 1,757 |
| Coordinates | 29.2283000, -95.3449400 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: I 37 (-97.396427, 27.800658)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 299 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 19m |
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 | $24.79 | $49.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.89 | $55.79 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $30.12 | $60.23 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $26.19 | $52.39 |
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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