How far is Rockport, TX from Fulton, TX?
The driving distance from Rockport, TX to Fulton, TX is about 5.7 miles (9.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 2.9 miles (4.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockport and Fulton.
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Start on East Market Street
1354 ft · 32 sec · East Market Street
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Turn left onto South Austin Street
2017 ft · 40 sec · South Austin Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Broadway Street
985 ft · 22 sec · Broadway Street
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Turn straight onto Rath Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Rath Street
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Continue on State Highway 35 North
1.5 km · 2 min · State Highway 35 North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Highway 35 North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rockport and Fulton.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Rath Street
Turn straight onto Rath Street
1.54 mi · 00h 03m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Haze leaving Rockport and Haze near Fulton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rockport to Fulton?
The road trip is about 5.7 miles (9.1 km) and usually takes 00h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Aransas Pass is a useful midpoint, sitting about 1.7 miles from Rockport and 4 miles from Fulton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 2.9 miles (4.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.76 one way or $1.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Haze around Rockport and Haze near Fulton.
Stop Ideas Near Aransas Pass
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Rockport Beach Park Pavilions
Port Aransas Municipal Court
Aransas Pass Street Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Aransas Pass.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rockport and Fulton. Straight-line distance: 2.95 mi (4.75 km).
#1 Rockport
Seaside city of Rockport is located in the state of Texas.
| Population | 10,847 |
| Coordinates | 28.0207700, -97.0560100 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fulton
Town in Aransas County, Texas, United States
| Population | 1,480 |
| Coordinates | 28.0614000, -97.0411000 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: Broadway Street (-97.041101, 28.061478)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 9 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
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 | $0.76 | $1.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $0.85 | $1.70 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $0.92 | $1.84 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $0.80 | $1.60 |
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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