Origin
Cameron Park, TX
Night in Cameron Park on Tuesday
Local time
9:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cameron Park, TX to Corpus Christi, TX
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
3h 19m
Distance
158.7 mi
255 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 7m
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6 AM
3h 19m
8 AM
3h 43m
10 AM
3h 28m
12 PM
3h 25m
3 PM
3h 29m
5 PM
3h 42m
8 PM
3h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cameron Park, TX
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Corpus Christi, TX
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Trip Overview
This 158.7-mile drive from Cameron Park, TX to Corpus Christi, TX is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 3 hours and 19 minutes. With 90% of the route on highways, it's designed for efficient travel, making it an ideal day trip. You can expect a fuel cost of approximately $24 for this trip. The drive primarily utilizes U.S. Highway 77 and East State Highway 44 before merging onto I-37. Both your origin and destination are within the Great Plains region, so you won't experience significant changes in landscape due to regional shifts.
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
79.4 miles from Cameron Park, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 90% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on U.S. Highway 77, including one uninterrupted stretch of 119.5 miles. While largely efficient, expect a mix of fast highway speeds and potentially some localized traffic as you approach your destination. The primary roads are U.S. Highway 77 and East State Highway 44, eventually feeding into I-37, indicating a consistent pace for most of the trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
U.S. Highway 77 is the longest continuous segment at about 119.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on U.S. Highway 77 and East State Highway 44. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near FM 1847 / Paredes Line Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 158.7 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 0.8 miles (FM 1847 / Paredes Line Road): Navigation decision point; at 130.3 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 140 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.8 mi into trip
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~3m in
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FM 1847 / Paredes Line Road
At end of road, turn right onto FM 1847 / Paredes Line Road
Navigation decision point
5
130.3 mi into trip
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~2h 43m in
Turn sharp right
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
140 mi into trip
|
~2h 55m in
Take the exit toward TX 44 East: Robstown, Corpus Christi
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TX 44 East: Robstown, Corpus Christi
5
152.2 mi into trip
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~3h 9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward TX 358 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward TX 358 West
5
152.8 mi into trip
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~3h 11m in
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TX 358 / North Padre Island Drive
Merge onto TX 358 / North Padre Island Drive
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Highway 77 | 119.5 mi | 2h 12m |
| East State Highway 44 | 11.2 mi | 11m |
| I 37 | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| County Road 79 | 4 mi | 15m |
| Paredes Line Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Driscoll Bypass | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| North Expressway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Interstate 169 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Highway 77
— 119.5 mi, about 2h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cameron Park, TX and Corpus Christi, TX.
1
Start on Avenida Florencia
0.6 mi
·
2 min
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Avenida Florencia
2
Turn left onto Avenida Gregory
0.2 mi
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37 sec
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Avenida Gregory
3
At end of road, turn right onto FM 1847
3.0 mi
·
4 min
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Paredes Line Road
4
Turn left onto FM 511
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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FM 511
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward TX 550 Toll North, TX 169 Toll North
6
Merge onto I 169; TX 550 Toll
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Interstate 169
7
Merge onto I 69E; US 77; US 83
2.2 mi
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2 min
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North Expressway
8
Continue on I 69E; US 77; US 83
102 mi
·
1 hr 53 min
·
U.S. Highway 77
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
10
Merge onto I 69E; US 77
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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I 69E; US 77
11
Continue on U.S. Highway 77
12 mi
·
12 min
·
U.S. Highway 77
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
13
Turn straight onto US Highway 77 Frontage Road
485 ft
·
17 sec
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US Highway 77 Frontage Road
14
Turn right onto County Road 10
1.0 mi
·
4 min
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County Road 10
15
Turn left onto County Road 79
4.0 mi
·
15 min
·
County Road 79
16
Turn left onto County Road 18
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
County Road 18
17
Turn sharp right
1.1 mi
·
2 min
18
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
19
Merge onto US 77
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Driscoll Bypass
20
Continue on US 77
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
U.S. Highway 77
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward TX 44 East: Robstown, Corpus Christi
22
Turn straight onto South US Highway 77
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South US Highway 77
23
Take the ramp
267 ft
·
7 sec
24
Merge onto TX 44
11 mi
·
11 min
·
East State Highway 44
25
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward TX 358 West
26
Merge onto TX 358
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Padre Island Drive
Use the straight lane.
27
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 37 South
28
Merge onto I 37
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
I 37
29
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
387 ft
·
10 sec
·
Interstate Highway 37
30
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
444 ft
·
15 sec
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Interstate Highway 37
31
Continue on I 37
483 ft
·
9 sec
·
I 37
32
Arrive at destination
I 37
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just over 3 hours, this drive is perfectly suited for a single day trip. You'll want to depart early to maximize your time in Corpus Christi, especially since the longest uninterrupted stretch is quite long at 119.5 miles on U.S. Highway 77, meaning substantial time between potential rest stops. Plan for one main stop to refuel and stretch your legs. The estimated fuel cost is $24, so ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Cameron Park to avoid unnecessary detours for gas.
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 79.4 miles from Cameron Park, TX, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 119.5 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.4 miles or 1h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 42m
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 Cameron Park, 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 Cameron Park, TX
This is one driving day of about 158.7 miles and 3h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cameron Park, 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 U.S. Highway 77 for about 119.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 79.4 mi from Cameron Park, TX · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 79.4 miles from Cameron Park, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before U.S. Highway 77 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 119.5 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.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.98 one way
$47.96 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $26.25 | $52.50 |
| premium | $4.54 | $28.33 | $56.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.04 | $70.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.6 | 0 | $16.66 | $7.62 |
| Efficient EV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.89 | $6.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.5 | 0 | $22.22 | $10.16 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (66% 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
Night in Corpus Christi on Tuesday
Local time
9:00 PM
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
2 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 19m 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 Cameron Park, TX to Corpus Christi, TX covers 158.7 miles and takes about 3h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are U.S. Highway 77, East State Highway 44, I 37. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 79.4 miles from Cameron Park, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.98 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 20 significant decision points across 158.7 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 0.8 miles (FM 1847 / Paredes Line Road): Navigation decision point; at 130.3 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 140 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Cameron Park, TX to Corpus Christi, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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