Origin
Anson, TX
Late night in Anson on Friday
Local time
2:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Anson, TX to Corpus Christi, TX
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
6h 27m
Distance
414.6 mi
667 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$63
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 15m
★
6 AM
6h 28m
8 AM
6h 52m
10 AM
6h 36m
12 PM
6h 34m
3 PM
6h 38m
5 PM
6h 51m
8 PM
6h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Anson, TX
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Corpus Christi, TX
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Trip Overview
The drive from Anson, TX to Corpus Christi, TX covers 414.6 miles and takes about 6h 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 11th Street, West Court Plaza, Commercial Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $62.65 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
207.3 miles from Anson, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 13m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 27m. Total distance: 414.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 27m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 27m drive with frequent turns across 414.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
11th 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.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 27m, 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 Anson, TX to Corpus Christi, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 11th Street | — | — |
| West Court Plaza | — | — |
| Commercial Avenue | — | — |
| South 7th Street | — | — |
| Grassmeyer Street | — | — |
| Ellis Street | — | — |
| I 10 East | — | — |
| McDermott Freeway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
11th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anson, TX and Corpus Christi, TX.
1
Start on the route
171 ft
·
13 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto 11th Street
138 ft
·
6 sec
·
11th Street
3
Turn left onto West Court Plaza
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
West Court Plaza
4
Turn slight right onto Commercial Avenue
32 mi
·
35 min
·
Commercial Avenue
5
Continue straight
7.8 mi
·
8 min
6
Continue straight
39 mi
·
44 min
7
Turn left onto South 7th Street
17 mi
·
18 min
·
South 7th Street
8
Continue on Grassmeyer Street
42 mi
·
44 min
·
Grassmeyer Street
9
Continue on Ellis Street
29 mi
·
31 min
·
Ellis Street
10
Take the exit left toward I 10 East: San Antonio
40 mi
·
38 min
·
I 10 East: San Antonio
11
Continue straight
54 mi
·
54 min
12
Keep slight right
17 mi
·
19 min
13
Keep slight right to continue on McDermott Freeway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
McDermott Freeway
14
Take the exit slight right toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
15
Turn straight onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
North Pecos-La Trinidad
16
Keep slight right to continue on North Pecos-La Trinidad
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Pecos-La Trinidad
17
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Dolorosa Street
18
Continue on West Market Street
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Market Street
19
Continue on East Market Street
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
East Market Street
20
Turn right onto Tower of the Americas Way
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Tower of the Americas Way
21
Take the ramp slight left toward I 37 South, US 281 South
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 37 South, US 281 South
22
Merge slight left onto William J Bordelon Freeway
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
William J Bordelon Freeway
23
Continue on Lucian Adams Freeway
140 mi
·
2 hr 23 min
·
Lucian Adams Freeway
24
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
387 ft
·
10 sec
·
Interstate Highway 37
25
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
443 ft
·
15 sec
·
Interstate Highway 37
26
Continue straight
482 ft
·
9 sec
27
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 207.3 miles from Anson, TX, or about 3h 13m 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 91 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 207.3 miles or 3h 13m 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 31m
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 Anson, 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 Anson, TX
This is one driving day of about 414.6 miles and 6h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 91 miles from Anson, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 207.3 mi from Anson, TX · 3h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
207 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 91 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 207.3 miles from Anson, 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
$62.65 one way
$125.29 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
145 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $68.57 | $137.14 |
| premium | $4.54 | $74.02 | $148.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $91.54 | $183.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$63
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 145.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $44 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 124.4 | 1 | $43.53 | $19.90 |
| Efficient EV | 103.7 | 1 | $36.28 | $16.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 165.8 | 2 | $58.04 | $26.53 |
Gas CO2
145 kg
EV CO2
49 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
Late night in Corpus Christi on Friday
Local time
2:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
11 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
6h 27m 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 Anson, TX to Corpus Christi, TX covers 414.6 miles and takes about 6h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 11th Street, West Court Plaza, Commercial Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 207.3 miles from Anson, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $62.65 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 1 meaningful break 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 6h 27m, 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 Anson, TX to Corpus Christi, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Anson, TX to Corpus Christi, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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