Origin
Alief, TX
Late night in Alief on Wednesday
Local time
4:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alief, TX to Corpus Christi, TX
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
3h 55m
Distance
197.8 mi
318 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 42m
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6 AM
3h 55m
8 AM
4h 21m
10 AM
4h 4m
12 PM
4h 2m
3 PM
4h 5m
5 PM
4h 20m
8 PM
3h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alief, TX
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Corpus Christi, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from Alief, TX to Corpus Christi, TX covers 197.8 miles and takes about 3h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US Highway 59, US Highway 77 South, Southwest Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 74.7 miles on US Highway 59. At current regular gas prices, budget about $29.89 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
98.9 miles from Alief, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 55m highway drive covering 197.8 miles, with most of the trip on US Highway 59 and US Highway 77 South. The longest continuous stretch is about 74.7 miles on US Highway 59.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 59 is the longest continuous segment at about 74.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 59 and US Highway 77 South. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near South Kirkwood Road;Nguyễn Khoa Nam.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 197.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (South Kirkwood Road;Nguyễn Khoa Nam): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (South Kirkwood Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4.8 miles (South Kirkwood Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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South Kirkwood Road;Nguyễn Khoa Nam
Turn right onto South Kirkwood Road;Nguyễn Khoa Nam
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
4.7 mi into trip
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~9m in
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South Kirkwood Road
Enter roundabout onto South Kirkwood Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
4.8 mi into trip
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~9m in
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South Kirkwood Road
Enter roundabout onto South Kirkwood Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
4.8 mi into trip
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~9m in
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South Kirkwood Road
Enter roundabout onto South Kirkwood Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
24.1 mi into trip
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~31m in
Take the exit toward Spur 10: Cottonwood, Church Road, Hartledge Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 94
Toward Spur 10: Cottonwood, Church Road, Hartle...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Alief, TX to Corpus Christi, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Spur 10: Cottonwood along the way.
Spur 10: Cottonwood
24.1 mi in
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~31m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 59 | 74.7 mi | 1h 22m |
| US Highway 77 South | 33.2 mi | 37m |
| Southwest Freeway | 17.9 mi | 19m |
| Farm to Market Road 136 | 17.7 mi | 23m |
| US 59 | 15.8 mi | 18m |
| TX 35 | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| FM 2678 | 9.6 mi | 9m |
| South Kirkwood Road | 4.5 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 59
— 74.7 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alief, TX and Corpus Christi, TX.
1
Start on Cook Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Cook Road
2
Turn left onto Bellaire Boulevard;Đại Lộ Sàigòn
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bellaire Boulevard;Đại Lộ Sàigòn
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto South Kirkwood Road;Nguyễn Khoa Nam
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
South Kirkwood Road;Nguyễn Khoa Nam
Use the left lane.
4
Enter roundabout onto South Kirkwood Road
93 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Kirkwood Road
5
Continue on South Kirkwood Road
216 ft
·
4 sec
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South Kirkwood Road
6
Enter roundabout onto South Kirkwood Road
90 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Kirkwood Road
7
Continue on South Kirkwood Road
208 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Kirkwood Road
8
Enter roundabout onto South Kirkwood Road
97 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Kirkwood Road
9
Continue on South Kirkwood Road
210 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Kirkwood Road
10
Enter roundabout onto South Kirkwood Road
96 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Kirkwood Road
11
Continue on South Kirkwood Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Kirkwood Road
12
Turn right onto Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward US 59 South, I 69 South
14
Merge onto I 69; US 59
18 mi
·
19 min
·
Southwest Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 94
Toward Spur 10: Cottonwood, Church Road, Hartledge Road
16
Turn straight onto Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
17
Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
18
Continue on US 59 Southbound Frontage Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 59 Southbound Frontage Road
19
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
20
Merge onto US 59
9.2 mi
·
10 min
·
US 59
21
Keep slight left at fork onto US 59
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
US 59
22
Take the exit
1.5 mi
·
2 min
23
Continue on US 59
75 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
US Highway 59
24
Keep slight left at fork onto Spur 91
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Spur 91
25
Merge onto US 77
33 mi
·
37 min
·
US Highway 77 South
26
Turn straight onto US 77
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Alamo Street
27
Turn left onto FM 774
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Empresario Street
28
Turn right onto FM 2678
9.6 mi
·
9 min
·
FM 2678
Use the right lane.
29
Continue on FM 136
18 mi
·
23 min
·
Farm to Market Road 136
30
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
31
Merge onto TX 35
12 mi
·
13 min
·
TX 35
32
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
33
Turn slight right
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
34
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
35
Merge onto I 37
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 37
36
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
387 ft
·
10 sec
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Interstate Highway 37
37
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
444 ft
·
15 sec
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Interstate Highway 37
38
Continue on I 37
483 ft
·
9 sec
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I 37
39
Arrive at destination
I 37
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 98.9 miles from Alief, TX, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.7 miles.
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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 98.9 miles or 1h 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 3h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Corpus Christi, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alief, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Alief, TX
This is one driving day of about 197.8 miles and 3h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Alief, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 59 for about 74.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 98.9 mi from Alief, TX · 1h 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
99 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 98.9 miles from Alief, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 59 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.7 miles.
Arriving in Corpus Christi, TX
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.89 one way
$59.78 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
69 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $32.71 | $65.43 |
| premium | $4.54 | $35.32 | $70.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.67 | $87.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.3 | 0 | $20.77 | $9.49 |
| Efficient EV | 49.5 | 0 | $17.31 | $7.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.1 | 0 | $27.69 | $12.66 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Destination
Corpus Christi, TX
Late night in Corpus Christi on Wednesday
Local time
4:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 55m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alief, TX to Corpus Christi, TX covers 197.8 miles and takes about 3h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 59, US Highway 77 South, Southwest Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 98.9 miles from Alief, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.89 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 197.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (South Kirkwood Road;Nguyễn Khoa Nam): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (South Kirkwood Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4.8 miles (South Kirkwood Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
On the drive from Alief, TX to Corpus Christi, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Spur 10: Cottonwood along the way.
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