Origin
Crosby, TX
Late night in Crosby on Friday
Local time
5:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crosby, TX to Corpus Christi, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 36m
Distance
232 mi
373 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 24m
★
6 AM
4h 37m
8 AM
5h 4m
10 AM
4h 46m
12 PM
4h 44m
3 PM
4h 48m
5 PM
5h 2m
8 PM
4h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crosby, TX
Thomas balabaud
Corpus Christi, TX
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Trip Overview
This 232-mile drive from Crosby, Texas, to Corpus Christi, Texas, will take approximately 4 hours and 36 minutes of pure driving time. Primarily utilizing US Highway 59 and US Highway 77 South, this route is a highway-focused experience, with 87% of the journey on major roadways. Given its duration, this trip is very manageable as a single-day excursion, so you won't need to plan for an overnight stop. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $35. You'll be traveling within the Great Plains region for both your origin and destination, indicating a consistent landscape throughout your journey.
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
116 miles from Crosby, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 21m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 36m. Total distance: 232 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a drive that is largely highway-centric, with 87% of the 232 miles spent on major roads like US Highway 59 and US Highway 77 South. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 74.7 miles on US Highway 59, offering a good period of consistent travel. While this route is predominantly highway, it's not necessarily a monotonous interstate grind, allowing for a relatively smooth and efficient transit between your starting point and Corpus Christi. The road's personality is geared towards getting you there comfortably.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 38 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US Highway 59 is the longest continuous segment at about 74.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 59 and Southwest Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.7 miles in near US 90.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 232 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 12.7 miles (US 90): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
12.7 mi into trip
|
~17m in
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US 90
Take the exit onto US 90 toward US 90 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 90 West
6
21.2 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward I 69, US 59 South: Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 770A
Toward I 69, US 59 South: Downtown
8
22 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 69 South, US 59 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 69 South, US 59 South
6
58.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward Spur 10: Cottonwood, Church Road, Hartledge Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 94
Toward Spur 10: Cottonwood, Church Road, Hartle...
6
190.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 46m in
|
FM 2678
Turn right onto FM 2678
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Crosby, TX to Corpus Christi, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Spur 10: Cottonwood along the way.
Spur 10: Cottonwood
58.3 mi in
|
~1h 13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 59 | 74.7 mi | 1h 22m |
| Southwest Freeway | 34.7 mi | 40m |
| US Highway 77 South | 33.2 mi | 37m |
| Farm to Market Road 136 | 17.7 mi | 23m |
| US 59 | 15.8 mi | 18m |
| TX 35 | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| FM 2678 | 9.6 mi | 9m |
| Crosby Freeway | 9 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 59
— 74.7 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crosby, TX and Corpus Christi, TX.
1
Start on Runneburg Road
514 ft
·
19 sec
·
Runneburg Road
2
Turn left onto 1st Street
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
1st Street
3
Turn right onto West Reidland Avenue
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
·
West Reidland Avenue
4
Turn left onto FM 2100
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward US 90 West
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto US 90
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Crosby Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn straight onto US 90
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 90
8
Take the exit onto US 90
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 90
Toward US 90 West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 10; US 90
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
East Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 770A
Toward I 69, US 59 South: Downtown
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 69 South, US 59 South
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 69; US 59
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Eastex Freeway
13
Continue on I 69; US 59
35 mi
·
40 min
·
Southwest Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 94
Toward Spur 10: Cottonwood, Church Road, Hartledge Road
15
Turn straight onto Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
16
Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
17
Continue on US 59 Southbound Frontage Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 59 Southbound Frontage Road
18
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
19
Merge onto US 59
9.2 mi
·
10 min
·
US 59
20
Keep slight left at fork onto US 59
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
US 59
21
Take the exit
1.5 mi
·
2 min
22
Continue on US 59
75 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
US Highway 59
23
Keep slight left at fork onto Spur 91
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Spur 91
24
Merge onto US 77
33 mi
·
37 min
·
US Highway 77 South
25
Turn straight onto US 77
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Alamo Street
26
Turn left onto FM 774
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Empresario Street
27
Turn right onto FM 2678
9.6 mi
·
9 min
·
FM 2678
Use the right lane.
28
Continue on FM 136
18 mi
·
23 min
·
Farm to Market Road 136
29
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
30
Merge onto TX 35
12 mi
·
13 min
·
TX 35
31
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
32
Turn slight right
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
33
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
34
Merge onto I 37
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 37
35
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
387 ft
·
10 sec
·
Interstate Highway 37
36
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
444 ft
·
15 sec
·
Interstate Highway 37
37
Continue on I 37
483 ft
·
9 sec
·
I 37
38
Arrive at destination
I 37
Trip Plan
For this 4.5-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Crosby to maximize your daylight hours and arrive in Corpus Christi with ample time. With only one recommended stop planned, you have flexibility in where and when you choose to break up the journey. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 74.7-mile stretch on US Highway 59, as services might be less frequent. The straightforward nature of this highway-focused route means you can generally maintain a steady pace, making the $35 fuel estimate a reliable guide for your budget.
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 116 miles from Crosby, TX, or about 2h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.7 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 51 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116 miles or 2h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 45m
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 Crosby, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Crosby, TX
This is one driving day of about 232 miles and 4h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Crosby, 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 US Highway 59 for about 74.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 116 mi from Crosby, TX · 2h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
116 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 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 116 miles from Crosby, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 59 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.7 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.06 one way
$70.11 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
81 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $38.37 | $76.74 |
| premium | $4.54 | $41.42 | $82.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.22 | $102.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.6 | 0 | $24.36 | $11.14 |
| Efficient EV | 58 | 0 | $20.30 | $9.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 92.8 | 1 | $32.48 | $14.85 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 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.
Destination
Corpus Christi, TX
Late night in Corpus Christi on Friday
Local time
5:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Mostly Sunny
SE 21 mph
3% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 2:35PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 14 at 1:54PM CDT until April 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 36m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Crosby, TX to Corpus Christi, TX covers 232 miles and takes about 4h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US Highway 59, Southwest Freeway, US Highway 77 South. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 116 miles from Crosby, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.06 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 232 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 12.7 miles (US 90): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Crosby, TX to Corpus Christi, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Spur 10: Cottonwood along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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