Drive Time
7h 55m
Distance
434.3 mi
699 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$66
one way
Photo: Hameen Reynolds
The drive from Anna, TX to Corpus Christi, TX covers 434.3 miles and takes about 7h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South R L Thornton Freeway, TX 130 Toll, TX 80 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 89.9 miles on South R L Thornton Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $66.34 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
217.2 miles from Anna, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 51m into the drive .
This is a 7h 55m highway drive covering 434.3 miles, with most of the trip on South R L Thornton Freeway and TX 130 Toll. The longest continuous stretch is about 89.9 miles on South R L Thornton Freeway.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South R L Thornton Freeway and TX 130 Toll. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.8 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 434.3 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 6.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight left at fork toward US 75 South, TX 121 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Downtown, Good-Latimer Expressway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35E South, I 35E North: Waco, Denton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35E North, I 35E South: Denton, Waco
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 35E South: Waco
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Between Anna, TX and Corpus Christi, TX, road signs point toward Downtown, Denton, Waco and Dallas Zoo.
Downtown
Denton
Waco
Dallas Zoo
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South R L Thornton Freeway | 89.9 mi | 1h 32m |
| TX 130 Toll | 58.5 mi | 54m |
| TX 80 | 51.2 mi | 56m |
| South US Highway 181 | 40.2 mi | 45m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 37.9 mi | 39m |
| Central Expressway | 35 mi | 37m |
| I 35 | 26.5 mi | 26m |
| US Highway 181 | 23.3 mi | 26m |
Step-by-step road directions between Anna, TX and Corpus Christi, TX.
Start on South Sherley Road
Turn left onto FM 2862
Turn left onto TX 5
Continue on TX 5
Turn right onto TX 121
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto US 75; TX 121
Take the exit
Continue on North Central Expressway
Turn right onto Elm Street
Turn left onto North Pearl Expressway
Turn right onto Young Street
Turn left onto South Harwood Street
Turn right onto Canton Street
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on I 35E
Continue on I 35E
Continue on I 35; US 77
Continue on I 35
Keep slight left at fork onto I 35
Take the exit
Continue on TX 130 Toll
Take the exit
Continue on US 183
Continue on US 183
Continue on US 183
Continue on US 183
Continue on TX 80
Turn slight left onto FM 792
Continue on TX 72; TX 239
Turn left onto US 181
Continue on US 181
Continue on US 181
Continue on US 181
Continue on TX 89
Continue on US 181
Continue on US 181
Continue on US 181
Take the exit
Turn slight right
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 37
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
Continue on I 37
Arrive at destination
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.
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 96 miles or 1h 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 217.2 miles or 3h 51m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Corpus Christi, TX than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Anna, 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.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Anna, TX
This is one driving day of about 434.3 miles and 7h 55m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 217.2 mi from Anna, TX · 3h 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
217 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 96 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 217.2 miles from Anna, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before South R L Thornton Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 89.9 miles.
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
$66.34 one way
$132.68 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $72.70 | $145.41 |
| premium | $4.59 | $78.50 | $157.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $96.49 | $192.97 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.86
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$66
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$94–$119
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 152 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $46 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 130.3 | 1 | $45.60 | $20.85 |
| Efficient EV | 108.6 | 1 | $38.00 | $17.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 173.7 | 2 | $60.80 | $27.80 |
Gas CO2
152 kg
EV CO2
51 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
Afternoon in Anna on Saturday
Local time
3:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in Corpus Christi on Saturday
Local time
3:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
60°F
Killeen, TX
217 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
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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