How far is Van Vleck, TX from Robstown, TX?
The driving distance from Van Vleck, TX to Robstown, TX is about 159.8 miles (257.1 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 25m.
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Halfway Point
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Census designated place
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Van Vleck and Robstown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Van Vleck and Robstown.
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Start on 4th Street
28 m · 8 sec · 4th Street
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Turn left onto Avenue G
1.5 km · 1 min · Avenue G
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Continue on 7th Street
11 mi · 17 min · 7th Street
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Turn right onto Broadway
2691 ft · 1 min · Broadway
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Turn left onto West 3rd Street
8.8 mi · 16 min · West 3rd Street
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Continue straight
27.3 mi · 41 min
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn slight right
1789 ft · 57 sec
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Continue on US 59 Frontage Road
645 ft · 13 sec · US 59 Frontage Road
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Take the ramp straight
1524 ft · 42 sec
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Continue straight
27.6 mi · 30 min
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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
37.1 mi · 43 min · Alamo Street
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Take the exit straight toward I 37, US 77, I 69E
538 ft · 13 sec
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Keep slight left
1965 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight right
2.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 69E, US 77: Kingsville, Brownsville
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 44 East: Corpus Christi
1218 ft · 30 sec
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Turn straight onto North US Highway 77
1.1 km · 1 min · North US Highway 77
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Turn right onto East Avenue A
1.4 km · 2 min · East Avenue A
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Turn right onto South 1st Street
114 m · 12 sec · South 1st Street
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Turn right onto East Main Avenue
25 m · 4 sec · East Main Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Van Vleck and Robstown.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Alamo Street
Turn straight onto Alamo Street
37.1 mi · 00h 43m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Van Vleck and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Robstown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Van Vleck to Robstown?
The road trip is about 159.8 miles (257.1 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 79.9 miles from Van Vleck and 79.8 miles from Robstown.
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 22.4 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 $22.35 one way or $44.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Van Vleck and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Robstown.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Van Vleck and Robstown. Straight-line distance: 137.43 mi (221.18 km).
#1 Van Vleck
Census designated place
| Population | 1,844 |
| Coordinates | 29.0177500, -95.8894000 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Robstown
City in Nueces County, Texas, United States
| Population | 11,133 |
| Coordinates | 27.7903000, -97.6688800 |
| Altitude | 22 |
| Country | United States |
End: Robstown (-97.66888, 27.7903)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 257 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $22.35 | $44.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.46 | $25.18 | $50.35 |
| Premium | $4.84 | $27.27 | $54.54 |
| Diesel | $5.97 | $33.64 | $67.29 |
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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