How far is Robstown, TX from Van Vleck, TX?

The driving distance from Robstown, TX to Van Vleck, TX is about 159.6 miles (256.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 25m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 137.4 miles (221.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 50m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
159.63 mi
03h 25m
Flight
137.43 mi
221.18 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
137.43 mi
Kilometers
221.18 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
159.63 mi
Kilometers
256.9 km
Drive Time
03h 25m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 25m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Van Vleck
Wed, Sep 23, 2:11 PM CDT
Return by in Robstown
Wed, Sep 23, 5:36 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Robstown
2026-09-23T10:46
Arrive Van Vleck
Wed, Sep 23, 2:11 PM CDT
Route Timing
03h 25m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:25 AM to 11:25 AM CDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:10 AM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Robstown
9:00 PM CDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Inez
TX

Census designated place

From Robstown
79.8 mi
01h 42m
To Van Vleck
79.8 mi
01h 42m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
93°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Sep 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
3 to 16 mph ENE
Destination
96°F
Wednesday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Sep 23 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Robstown and Van Vleck.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Robstown and Van Vleck.

  1. 1

    Start on East Main Avenue

    25 m · 9 sec · East Main Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto South 1st Street

    114 m · 18 sec · South 1st Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto West Avenue A

    1.5 km · 2 min · West Avenue A

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn left onto South US Highway 77

    1.4 mi · 3 min · South US Highway 77

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight left toward County Road 44

    1247 ft · 31 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto U.S. Highway 77

    4.7 mi · 5 min · U.S. Highway 77

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    1.4 mi · 1 min

  8. 8

    Keep slight left

    1.3 km · 50 sec

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    141 m · 5 sec

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward Sinton, Victoria

    37.6 mi · 44 min

  11. 11

    Turn slight right onto United States Highway 77

    33 mi · 37 min · United States Highway 77

  12. 12

    Keep slight left to continue on Spur 91

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Spur 91

  13. 13

    Merge slight left onto US Highway 59 South

    27.2 mi · 29 min · US Highway 59 South

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward Loop 521

    927 ft · 26 sec

  15. 15

    Continue on Main Street

    1.9 mi · 3 min · Main Street

  16. 16

    Turn right onto North Wells Street

    27.3 mi · 41 min · North Wells Street

  17. 17

    Continue straight

    8.8 mi · 16 min

  18. 18

    Turn right onto Broadway

    2691 ft · 54 sec · Broadway

  19. 19

    At the end of the road, turn left

    12 mi · 18 min

  20. 20

    Turn right onto 4th Street

    28 m · 3 sec · 4th Street

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 4th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Robstown and Van Vleck.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
21 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
3 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Sinton
37.6 mi · 24%
North Wells Street
36.2 mi · 23%
United States Highway 77
33 mi · 21%
US Highway 59 South
27.2 mi · 17%
U.S. Highway 77
6.93 mi · 4%
Main Street
1.89 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Sinton

Take the exit slight right toward Sinton, Victoria

37.6 mi · 00h 44m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
03h 25m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+22.2 mi
137.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Inez
01h 42m from Robstown
Leave By
10:10 AM CDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Robstown and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Van Vleck.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Robstown to Van Vleck?

The road trip is about 159.6 miles (256.9 km) and usually takes 03h 25m 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?

Inez is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.8 miles from Robstown and 79.8 miles from Van Vleck.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 137.4 miles (221.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.2 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 10:10 AM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.31 one way or $44.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Robstown and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Van Vleck.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Robstown and Van Vleck. Straight-line distance: 137.43 mi (221.18 km).

Robstown

#1 Robstown

City in Nueces County, Texas, United States

Population11,133
Coordinates27.7903000, -97.6688800
Altitude22
CountryUnited States
Van Vleck

#2 Van Vleck

Census designated place

Population1,844
Coordinates29.0177500, -95.8894000
Altitude14
CountryUnited States
Start: Robstown (-97.66888, 27.7903)
End: Van Vleck (-95.8894, 29.01775)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 257 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 19m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 59m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 11m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 39m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 16m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 59m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.63 gal
21.32 L · about $22.31
Round trip
$44.62
11.26 gal · 42.64 L
Estimated CO2
50 kg one way
Round trip: 100.1 kg / 221 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $22.31 $44.62
Mid-grade $4.46 $25.13 $50.26
Premium $4.84 $27.22 $54.44
Diesel $5.97 $33.58 $67.17

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Texas · Sep 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Robstown and Van Vleck. The current time is 10:46:02.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.