Origin
Ferris, TX
Night in Ferris on Wednesday
Local time
9:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ferris, TX to Corpus Christi, TX
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 16m
Distance
382.8 mi
616 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$58
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 4m
★
6 AM
6h 17m
8 AM
6h 42m
10 AM
6h 26m
12 PM
6h 23m
3 PM
6h 27m
5 PM
6h 41m
8 PM
6h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ferris, TX
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Corpus Christi, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Ferris to Corpus Christi covers 382.8 miles and takes approximately 6 hours and 16 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, you will experience a consistent landscape across the entire trip. We recommend planning for a single day of travel, though you should factor in a budget of roughly $57 for fuel costs. Since the route relies heavily on local roads rather than major interstate corridors, you should expect a slower pace than a typical highway-heavy commute. It is a straightforward trip that works well as a direct push to the coast, provided you are prepared for a full day of driving.
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
191.4 miles from Ferris, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that favors rural roads over high-speed interstate travel. With a highway share of 0%, you will spend your time navigating routes like West 6th Street, FM 664, and East Farm To Market 664. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on West 6th Street, this is not a route where you can put the car on cruise control and zone out. You will need to stay alert as you transition between these local connectors. The experience behind the wheel is hands-on, requiring your full attention as you wind your way toward the Gulf Coast.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 6th 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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 16m, 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 Ferris, TX to Corpus Christi, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 6th Street | — | — |
| FM 664 | — | — |
| East Farm To Market 664 | — | — |
| East Ovilla Road | — | — |
| Ovilla Road | — | — |
| Plaza Drive | — | — |
| Interstate 35E | — | — |
| I 35E South | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West 6th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ferris, TX and Corpus Christi, TX.
1
Start on the route
49 ft
·
6 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto West 6th Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
West 6th Street
3
Continue on FM 664
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
FM 664
4
Continue on East Farm To Market 664
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
East Farm To Market 664
5
Continue on East Ovilla Road
5.4 mi
·
9 min
·
East Ovilla Road
6
Continue on Ovilla Road
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Ovilla Road
7
Turn right onto Plaza Drive
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Plaza Drive
8
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Interstate 35E
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
North Interstate 35E
9
Take the ramp slight left toward I 35E South
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
I 35E South
10
Merge slight left
73 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
11
Continue on North Jack Kultgen Expressway
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
North Jack Kultgen Expressway
12
Continue on Purple Heart Trail
38 mi
·
39 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
13
Keep slight left
26 mi
·
26 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward TX 130 Toll South: San Antonio
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
·
TX 130 Toll South: San Antonio
15
Continue straight
59 mi
·
54 min
16
Take the exit slight right toward US 183 South: Lockhart
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
US 183 South: Lockhart
17
Continue on United States Highway 183
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
United States Highway 183
18
Continue on North Colorado Street
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
North Colorado Street
19
Continue on US 183
10 mi
·
11 min
·
US 183
20
Continue on North Magnolia Avenue
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
North Magnolia Avenue
21
Continue straight
51 mi
·
56 min
22
Turn slight left onto Farm-to-Market Road 792
8.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Farm-to-Market Road 792
23
Continue on East Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
24
Turn left onto South Sunset Strip Drive
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South Sunset Strip Drive
25
Continue on South US Highway 181
40 mi
·
45 min
·
South US Highway 181
26
Continue on North 8th Street
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
·
North 8th Street
27
Continue on US Highway 181 South
16 mi
·
18 min
·
US Highway 181 South
28
Continue on State Highway 89
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 89
29
Continue on US Highway 181
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
US Highway 181
30
Continue on Railroad Avenue
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Railroad Avenue
31
Continue on US Highway 181
17 mi
·
19 min
·
US Highway 181
32
Take the exit slight right
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
33
Turn slight right
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
34
Take the ramp slight left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
35
Merge slight left
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
36
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
387 ft
·
10 sec
·
Interstate Highway 37
37
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
443 ft
·
15 sec
·
Interstate Highway 37
38
Continue straight
482 ft
·
9 sec
39
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
To manage the 382.8-mile distance comfortably, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid fatigue during the latter half of the day. Since the route is defined by local roads rather than major highways, you should anticipate a slower speed and build in extra time for your one planned stop. Keep your fuel gauge in check, as the $57 estimate can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and local station pricing along these smaller roads. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay hyper-aware of your navigation systems, as the reliance on FM roads and local streets means you will be making frequent turns rather than following a single highway sign.
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 191.4 miles from Ferris, TX, or about 3h 8m 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 84 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 191.4 miles or 3h 8m 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 17m
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 Ferris, 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 Ferris, TX
This is one driving day of about 382.8 miles and 6h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 84 miles from Ferris, 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 191.4 mi from Ferris, TX · 3h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
191 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 84 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 191.4 miles from Ferris, 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
$57.84 one way
$115.68 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
134 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $63.31 | $126.63 |
| premium | $4.54 | $68.35 | $136.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $84.52 | $169.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$58
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 133.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 114.8 | 1 | $40.19 | $18.37 |
| Efficient EV | 95.7 | 1 | $33.50 | $15.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 153.1 | 1 | $53.59 | $24.50 |
Gas CO2
134 kg
EV CO2
45 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
Night in Corpus Christi on Wednesday
Local time
9:39 PM
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
1 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
6h 16m 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 Ferris, TX to Corpus Christi, TX covers 382.8 miles and takes about 6h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 6th Street, FM 664, East Farm To Market 664. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 191.4 miles from Ferris, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $57.84 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 16m, 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 Ferris, TX to Corpus Christi, TX is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Ferris, TX to Corpus Christi, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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