How far is Richmond, TX from Corpus Christi, TX?
Fastest route
Here are some tips and suggestions for your trip from Richmond, Texas to Corpus Christi, Texas, covering a distance of approximately 179 miles (288 kilometers).
Directions
- Follow US-90 ALT W and then merge onto US-59 S.
- Continue on US-59 S, then take TX-91 Loop S.
- Merge onto US-77 S towards Refugio/Corpus Christi.
- Turn left onto E Empresario St, right onto FM 2678 S, and right again to merge onto TX-35 S.
- Take US-181 S and then exit onto N Tancahua St.
- Turn onto Belden St and then right onto N Mesquite St.
- Finally, use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto the I-37 ramp to Airport/San Antonio.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Before starting, ensure your vehicle is in good condition and has enough fuel for the journey.
- 🕑 Plan your departure time to avoid peak traffic hours and possible delays.
- 🍴 Pack some snacks and drinks for the road to keep yourself refreshed during the trip.
- 🛣️ Stay attentive to road signs and follow the mentioned routes for the smoothest journey.
- 🏨 Consider making accommodation arrangements if the journey is too long to complete in one day.
- 📱 Charge your mobile phone and have a car charger handy for navigation and emergencies.
- 🚧 Be aware of construction or roadwork along the way, and follow any detours or alternate routes.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 49m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census designated place
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richmond and Corpus Christi.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and Corpus Christi.
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Start on Jackson Street
1.5 km · 1 min · Jackson Street
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Continue on Avenue H
3.1 mi · 5 min · Avenue H
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Continue on Avenue H
1.5 mi · 3 min · Avenue H
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Continue straight
1.5 mi · 3 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
1 km · 1 min · Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
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Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
2217 ft · 1 min · Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
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Continue on US 59 Southbound Frontage Road
1.4 km · 2 min · US 59 Southbound Frontage Road
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Take the ramp straight
1027 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
9.2 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight left
6.6 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Continue on US Highway 59
74.7 mi · 1 hr 22 min · US Highway 59
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Keep slight left to continue on Spur 91
1.6 km · 1 min · Spur 91
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Merge slight right onto US Highway 77 South
33.2 mi · 38 min · US Highway 77 South
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Turn straight onto Alamo Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · Alamo Street
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Turn left onto East Empresario Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · East Empresario Street
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Turn right
9.6 mi · 10 min
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Continue on Farm to Market Road 136
17.7 mi · 23 min · Farm to Market Road 136
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Take the ramp right
2045 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
12.1 mi · 13 min
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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 Richmond 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.
US Highway 59
Continue on US Highway 59
74.7 mi · 01h 22m
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.
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny leaving Richmond and Mostly Cloudy near Corpus Christi.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Corpus Christi?
The road trip is about 180.8 miles (291 km) and usually takes 02h 49m 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?
Inez is a useful midpoint, sitting about 90.2 miles from Richmond and 90.7 miles from Corpus Christi.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 158.1 miles (254.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.7 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 12:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.11 one way or $48.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny around Richmond and Mostly Cloudy near Corpus Christi.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richmond and Corpus Christi. Straight-line distance: 158.05 mi (254.35 km).
#1 Richmond
City in Texas, United States of America
| Population | 12,483 |
| Coordinates | 29.5821800, -95.7607800 |
| Altitude | 28 |
| 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: 291 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.78 | $24.11 | $48.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.13 | $54.26 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $29.29 | $58.58 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $25.48 | $50.95 |
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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