Origin
Alpine, TX
Morning in Alpine on Monday
Local time
8:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alpine, TX to Corpus Christi, TX
Drive Time
7h 47m
Distance
478.5 mi
770 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$73
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 39m
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6 AM
7h 48m
8 AM
8h 6m
10 AM
7h 54m
12 PM
7h 53m
3 PM
7h 55m
5 PM
8h 6m
8 PM
7h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alpine, TX
Timo Niedermann
Corpus Christi, TX
Hameen Reynolds
Trip Overview
The drive from Alpine, TX to Corpus Christi, TX covers 478.5 miles and takes about 7h 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North 6th Street, West Holland Avenue, Highway 90 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $73.09 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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
239.3 miles from Alpine, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 7h 47m drive with frequent turns across 478.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 6th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 47m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alpine, TX to Corpus Christi, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 6th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Holland Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 90 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 67 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South US Higway 67 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Interstate 10 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| McDermott Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North 6th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alpine, TX and Corpus Christi, TX.
1
Start on West Avenue E
243 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Avenue E
2
Turn left onto North 6th Street
338 ft
·
20 sec
·
North 6th Street
3
Turn left onto West Holland Avenue
0.7 mi
·
52 sec
·
West Holland Avenue
4
Continue on East US Highway 90
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
East US Highway 90
5
Turn slight left onto US Highway 67
22 mi
·
24 min
·
US Highway 67
6
Continue on South US Higway 67
25 mi
·
28 min
·
South US Higway 67
7
Turn right onto Interstate 10 West
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Interstate 10 West
8
Take the ramp straight toward I 10 East: Fort Stockton
247 mi
·
3 hr 52 min
·
I 10 East: Fort Stockton
9
Continue straight
54 mi
·
54 min
10
Keep slight right
17 mi
·
19 min
11
Keep slight right to continue on McDermott Freeway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
McDermott Freeway
12
Take the exit slight right toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
13
Turn straight onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
North Pecos-La Trinidad
14
Keep slight right to continue on North Pecos-La Trinidad
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Pecos-La Trinidad
15
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Dolorosa Street
16
Continue on West Market Street
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Market Street
17
Continue on East Market Street
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
East Market Street
18
Turn right onto Tower of the Americas Way
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Tower of the Americas Way
19
Take the ramp slight left toward I 37 South, US 281 South
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 37 South, US 281 South
20
Merge slight left onto William J Bordelon Freeway
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
William J Bordelon Freeway
21
Continue on Lucian Adams Freeway
140 mi
·
2 hr 23 min
·
Lucian Adams Freeway
22
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
387 ft
·
10 sec
·
Interstate Highway 37
23
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
443 ft
·
15 sec
·
Interstate Highway 37
24
Continue straight
482 ft
·
9 sec
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 239.3 miles from Alpine, TX, or about 3h 53m into the drive.
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 105 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 239.3 miles or 3h 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 49m
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 Alpine, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alpine, TX
This is one driving day of about 478.5 miles and 7h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 105 miles from Alpine, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 239.3 mi from Alpine, TX · 3h 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
239 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 105 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 239.3 miles from Alpine, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$73.09 one way
$146.19 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
167 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $80.10 | $160.20 |
| premium | $4.59 | $86.49 | $172.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $106.31 | $212.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$73
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$98–$123
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 167.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $50 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 143.5 | 1 | $50.24 | $22.97 |
| Efficient EV | 119.6 | 1 | $41.87 | $19.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 191.4 | 2 | $66.99 | $30.62 |
Gas CO2
167 kg
EV CO2
56 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.
Destination
Corpus Christi, TX
Morning in Corpus Christi on Monday
Local time
8:40 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
25 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
7h 47m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alpine, TX to Corpus Christi, TX covers 478.5 miles and takes about 7h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 6th Street, West Holland Avenue, Highway 90. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 239.3 miles from Alpine, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $73.09 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 47m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alpine, TX to Corpus Christi, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Alpine, TX to Corpus Christi, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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