How far is Stockdale, TX from Corpus Christi, TX?
The driving distance from Stockdale, TX to Corpus Christi, TX is about 118.1 miles (190 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104.9 miles (168.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 02m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 01m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Texas, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Stockdale and Corpus Christi.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stockdale and Corpus Christi.
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Start on State Highway 123 North
26.2 mi · 39 min · State Highway 123 North
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Take the ramp slight left
72 m · 7 sec
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Merge slight right onto South US Highway 181
2.6 mi · 3 min · South US Highway 181
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Continue on North Sunset Strip Drive
2.8 mi · 4 min · North Sunset Strip Drive
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Continue on South US Highway 181
40.2 mi · 46 min · South US Highway 181
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Continue on North 8th Street
1.3 km · 56 sec · North 8th Street
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Continue on US Highway 181 South
16.1 mi · 18 min · US Highway 181 South
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Continue on State Highway 89
4.1 mi · 5 min · State Highway 89
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Continue on US Highway 181
5.9 mi · 7 min · US Highway 181
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Continue on Railroad Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Railroad Avenue
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Continue on US Highway 181
17.4 mi · 19 min · US Highway 181
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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 Stockdale 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.
South US Highway 181
Continue on South US Highway 181
40.2 mi · 00h 46m
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.
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Stockdale and Mostly Cloudy then Slight 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 Stockdale to Corpus Christi?
The road trip is about 118.1 miles (190 km) and usually takes 02h 01m 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?
Beeville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.7 miles from Stockdale and 58.3 miles from Corpus Christi.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104.9 miles (168.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.76 one way or $31.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Stockdale and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Corpus Christi.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Stockdale and Corpus Christi. Straight-line distance: 104.97 mi (168.94 km).
#1 Stockdale
City in Wilson County, Texas, United States
| Population | 1,672 |
| Coordinates | 29.2369100, -97.9600000 |
| Altitude | 135 |
| 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: 190 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
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 | $15.76 | $31.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.73 | $35.46 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $19.14 | $38.29 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $16.65 | $33.30 |
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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