Trip.ovh Logo
Trip.ovh

Trip from Anthony, TX to Corpus Christi, TX

Drive Time

11h 48m

Distance

715.4 mi

1,151 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$109

one way

EV Charging

Loading...

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
11h 37m ★
6 AM
11h 48m
8 AM
12h 9m
10 AM
11h 56m
12 PM
11h 53m
3 PM
11h 57m
5 PM
12h 8m
8 PM
11h 42m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Best Time Drive vs Fly
Google Maps Waze Apple Maps
Downtown Corpus Christi, TX, TX

Corpus Christi, TX

Hameen Reynolds

Trip Overview

The drive from Anthony, TX to Corpus Christi, TX covers 715.4 miles and takes about 11h 48m behind the wheel. It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.

The route leans on I 10, Lucian Adams Freeway, Camino Real de Tierra Adentro for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is long-distance drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 555.7 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $109.28 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

3 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

357.7 miles from Anthony, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 51m into the drive .

Drive Character

At 715.4 miles and 11h 48m of driving, this is a route where fuel stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single turn. The main roads are I 10 and Lucian Adams Freeway.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 555.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Lucian Adams Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 188 miles in near I 10.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 715.4 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 188 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 551.4 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 570.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
188 mi into trip | ~3h 10m in | I 10

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
551.4 mi into trip | ~8h 55m in | I 10; US 87

Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
570.5 mi into trip | ~9h 16m in

Take the exit toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 569C Toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
6
571.2 mi into trip | ~9h 18m in | North Pecos-La Trinidad

Keep slight right at fork onto North Pecos-La Trinidad

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
6
571.7 mi into trip | ~9h 19m in | Dolorosa Street

Turn left onto Dolorosa Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Anthony, TX to Corpus Christi, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.

Downtown

570.5 mi in | ~9h 16m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 10 555.7 mi 8h 57m
Lucian Adams Freeway 140.3 mi 2h 23m
Camino Real de Tierra Adentro 11.6 mi 13m
McDermott Freeway 1.7 mi 2m
William J Bordelon Freeway 1.4 mi 1m
Franklin Street 0.8 mi 1m
North Pecos-La Trinidad 0.7 mi 1m
Antonio Street 0.5 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 10 — 555.7 mi, about 8h 57m

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.

This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 357.7 miles from Anthony, TX, or about 5h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 555.7 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 157 miles or 2h 39m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 357.7 miles or 5h 51m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 357.7 miles or 5h 51m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 10h 46m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Corpus Christi, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

+

Open the route before leaving Anthony, 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.

+

Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Anthony, TX

Aim for roughly 358 miles and 5.9 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Corpus Christi, TX

Aim for roughly 358 miles and 5.9 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 157 miles from Anthony, TX.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 3 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 555.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 357.7 mi from Anthony, TX · 5h 51m into the drive

First major stop

Coffee and fuel

Fort Davis, TX

236 mi into the route

Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch

This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.

Downtown Kerrville, TX, TX

Second major stop

Overnight candidate

Kerrville, TX

472 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Kerrville, TX

Popular next leg

Kerrville, TX to Corpus Christi, TX

208.2 mi · 3h 40m

Overnight Options

Night 1

Live Oak, TX

358 mi · about 5.9h in

A practical overnight split lands near Live Oak, TX after about 358 miles or 5.9 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Fort Hancock, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 158 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Live Oak, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 358.5 miles from Anthony, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 359 miles or 5.3 hours on the road.

Final-third reset

Rest stop

Plan one more short stretch-and-water break in the final third of the drive so the last arrival window feels easier.

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.

On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Corpus Christi, TX with some flexibility left in the schedule.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Chamizal National Memorial

Chamizal National Memorial

National Memorial

Chamizal is more than just an urban park to recreate or enjoy a quiet afternoon. These grounds are a reminder of the harmonious settlement of a 100-year boundary dispute between the United States and...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 24.7
View on nps.gov
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Welcome to San Antonio Missions, a National Park Service site and the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas. Each mission in the park is a center of community and has been since the early 1700s. Th...

10 mi from route ~24 min detour Free near mile 592.1
View on nps.gov
Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park

Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park tells the story of our 36th president beginning with his ancestors until his final resting place on his beloved LBJ Ranch. This entire "circle of life" gives...

27 mi from route ~67 min detour Free near mile 518.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$109.28 one way

$218.56 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 250 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $119.76 $239.52
premium $4.59 $129.31 $258.61
diesel $5.64 $158.94 $317.87

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$109

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$239–$349

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 250.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $75 in charging · 2 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 214.6 2 $75.12 $34.34
Efficient EV 178.9 2 $62.60 $28.62
EV Truck/SUV 286.2 3 $100.16 $45.79

Gas CO2

250 kg

EV CO2

84 kg (66% less)

Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Anthony, TX

Late night in Anthony on Monday

Local time

2:27 AM

MDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Corpus Christi, TX

Late night in Corpus Christi on Monday

Local time

3:27 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.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

Time zone

1 hour later

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

9 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

11h 48m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Anthony, TX to Corpus Christi, TX covers 715.4 miles and takes about 11h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Lucian Adams Freeway, Camino Real de Tierra Adentro. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 358 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 357.7 miles from Anthony, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $109.28 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 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 715.4 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 188 miles (I 10): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 551.4 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 570.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Anthony, TX to Corpus Christi, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.

Was this route helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

Continue From Corpus Christi, TX

Spearman, TX 755.9 mi · 13h 8m Gruver, TX 753.3 mi · 13h 7m Dumas, TX 696.3 mi · 12h 6m Kermit, TX 525.8 mi · 9h 14m

More from Anthony, TX

San Antonio, TX 572.2 mi · 9h 20m

More trips to Corpus Christi, TX

Gruver, TX 719.1 mi Spearman, TX 717.7 mi Amarillo, TX 650 mi Clarendon, TX 600.2 mi Kermit, TX 526.5 mi Pecos, TX 508 mi

Explore more options from Anthony, TX or browse trips ending in Corpus Christi, TX.

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse TX road trips.

Explore maps for Anthony, TX or Corpus Christi, TX on MapSof.net.