How far is Lytle, TX from Corpus Christi, TX?
The driving distance from Lytle, TX to Corpus Christi, TX is about 142 miles (228.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 130.5 miles (210 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 17m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Live Oak County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lytle and Corpus Christi.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lytle and Corpus Christi.
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Start on North Bank Street
11 m · 6 sec · North Bank Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 35 North
1105 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
6.3 mi · 6 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward Loop 1604: Somerset
1369 ft · 33 sec
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Continue on Interstate 35 South
132 m · 9 sec · Interstate 35 South
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Take the ramp slight right
86 m · 8 sec
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Merge slight left onto Anderson Loop
2.8 mi · 4 min · Anderson Loop
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Continue on South TX 1604 Loop West
4.6 mi · 6 min · South TX 1604 Loop West
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Continue on Anderson Loop
11.3 mi · 15 min · Anderson Loop
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Turn right onto Interstate 37 South
1295 ft · 36 sec · Interstate 37 South
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Take the ramp slight left
809 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
125.6 mi · 2 hr 7 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 Lytle and Corpus Christi.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Interstate 37 South
Merge slight left
126 mi · 02h 07m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Lytle 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 Lytle to Corpus Christi?
The road trip is about 142 miles (228.5 km) and usually takes 02h 17m 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?
Three Rivers is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.8 miles from Lytle and 65.2 miles from Corpus Christi.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 130.5 miles (210 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.93 one way or $37.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Lytle and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Corpus Christi.
Stop Ideas Near Three Rivers
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lytle and Corpus Christi. Straight-line distance: 130.47 mi (209.97 km).
#1 Lytle
City in Atascosa County, Texas, United States
| Population | 3,061 |
| Coordinates | 29.2332900, -98.7964100 |
| Altitude | 220 |
| 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: 229 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 46m |
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 | $18.93 | $37.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.30 | $42.61 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $23.00 | $46.00 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $20.00 | $40.01 |
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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