Photo: Hameen Reynolds
Drive Time
5h 56m
Distance
390.3 mi
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$58
one way
The drive from Abilene, TX to Corpus Christi, TX covers 390.3 miles and takes about 5h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Chestnut Street, South 7th Street, South Treadaway Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $58.07 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
195.2 miles from Abilene, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 58m into the drive .
Expect a 5h 56m drive with frequent turns across 390.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South 7th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Treadaway Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 83 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Grassmeyer Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ellis Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| McDermott Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Abilene, TX and Corpus Christi, TX.
Start on South Pine Street
Turn left onto Chestnut Street
Turn left onto South 7th Street
Turn right onto South Treadaway Boulevard
Take the ramp straight toward US 83 South, US 84 East: Ballinger, Coleman
Keep slight left
Merge slight left
Continue straight
Turn left onto South 7th Street
Continue on Grassmeyer Street
Continue on Ellis Street
Take the exit left toward I 10 East: San Antonio
Continue straight
Keep slight right
Keep slight right to continue on McDermott Freeway
Take the exit slight right toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
Turn straight onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
Keep slight right to continue on North Pecos-La Trinidad
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
Continue on West Market Street
Continue on East Market Street
Turn right onto Tower of the Americas Way
Take the ramp slight left toward I 37 South, US 281 South
Merge slight left onto William J Bordelon Freeway
Continue on Lucian Adams Freeway
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
Continue straight
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 86 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 195.2 miles or 2h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Corpus Christi, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Abilene, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Abilene, TX
This is one driving day of about 390.3 miles and 5h 56m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 195.2 mi from Abilene, TX · 2h 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
195 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 86 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 195.2 miles from Abilene, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Corpus Christi, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Corpus Christi, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$58.07 one way
$116.14 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $65.34 | $130.67 |
| premium | $4.59 | $70.55 | $141.09 |
| diesel | $3.99 | $61.36 | $122.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$58
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 136.6 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 117.1 | 1 | $40.98 | $18.73 |
| Efficient EV | 97.6 | 1 | $34.15 | $15.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 156.1 | 1 | $54.64 | $24.98 |
Gas CO2
137 kg
EV CO2
46 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Abilene on Saturday
Local time
5:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Corpus Christi on Saturday
Local time
5:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
62°F
Kerrville, TX
195 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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