How far is Gardendale, TX from Corpus Christi, TX?
The driving distance from Gardendale, TX to Corpus Christi, TX is about 136.3 miles (219.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 121.4 miles (195.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 23m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 11m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Duval County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gardendale and Corpus Christi.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gardendale and Corpus Christi.
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Start on Purple Heart Trail
4.4 mi · 4 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward I 35 Business South: Cotulla
1325 ft · 32 sec
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Turn slight left onto North Interstate 35
149 m · 9 sec · North Interstate 35
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Tilden Street
886 ft · 22 sec · Tilden Street
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Continue on State Highway 97
1.1 km · 1 min · State Highway 97
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Turn right onto FM 624
82.4 mi · 1 hr 29 min · FM 624
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Turn straight
32.5 mi · 41 min
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Take the ramp slight left
772 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left
14.3 mi · 16 min
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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 Gardendale 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.
FM 624
Turn right onto FM 624
82.4 mi · 01h 29m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Gardendale 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 Gardendale to Corpus Christi?
The road trip is about 136.3 miles (219.3 km) and usually takes 02h 11m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Freer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68 miles from Gardendale and 68.2 miles from Corpus Christi.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 121.4 miles (195.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:06 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.34 one way or $34.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gardendale and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Corpus Christi.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gardendale and Corpus Christi. Straight-line distance: 121.4 mi (195.37 km).
#1 Gardendale
Gardendale is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 28.5169300, -99.2161400 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| 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: 219 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 42m |
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 | $3.61 | $17.34 | $34.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.12 | $19.79 | $39.59 |
| Premium | $4.49 | $21.62 | $43.23 |
| Diesel | $5.71 | $27.47 | $54.93 |
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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