Origin
Anson, TX
Afternoon in Anson on Sunday
Local time
12:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Anson, TX to Corpus Christi, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 28m
Distance
425.9 mi
685 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$64
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 19m
★
6 AM
7h 29m
8 AM
7h 49m
10 AM
7h 36m
12 PM
7h 34m
3 PM
7h 37m
5 PM
7h 48m
8 PM
7h 23m
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
Anson, TX to Corpus Christi, TX is 425.9 miles and takes about 7h 28m via Lucian Adams Freeway and US 83, with a fuel budget near $64 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This largely highway-focused drive will take you from the Great Plains region of Texas down toward the coast, though you'll remain within the same general geographic area for the entire trip. It's a solid one-day option if you're looking for a direct path with minimal fuss. Expect a straightforward journey that prioritizes getting you to your destination efficiently.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
213 miles from Anson, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lucian Adams Freeway | 140.3 mi | 2h 23m |
| US 83 | 87.3 mi | 1h 31m |
| I 10 | 71.7 mi | 1h 14m |
| Grassmeyer Street | 41.9 mi | 44m |
| Commercial Avenue | 32.5 mi | 35m |
| Ellis Street | 29.4 mi | 31m |
| South 7th Street | 16.5 mi | 18m |
| McDermott Freeway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Lucian Adams Freeway
— 140.3 mi, about 2h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anson, TX and Corpus Christi, TX.
1
Start on this road
170 ft
·
13 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto 11th Street
136 ft
·
6 sec
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11th Street
3
Turn left onto US 83; US 277
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
West Court Plaza
4
Turn slight right onto US 83; US 277
32 mi
·
35 min
·
Commercial Avenue
5
Continue on US 83; US 84
7.8 mi
·
8 min
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US 83; US 84
6
Continue on US 83
39 mi
·
44 min
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US 83
7
Turn left onto US 83
17 mi
·
18 min
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South 7th Street
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 83
42 mi
·
44 min
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Grassmeyer Street
9
Continue on US 83
29 mi
·
31 min
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Ellis Street
10
Take the exit onto US 83
40 mi
·
38 min
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US 83
Toward I 10 East: San Antonio
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on I 10
54 mi
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54 min
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I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
17 mi
·
19 min
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I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
McDermott Freeway
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 569C
Toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn straight onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
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North Pecos-La Trinidad
16
Keep slight right at fork onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Pecos-La Trinidad
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Dolorosa Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Continue on West Market Street
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
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West Market Street
19
Continue on East Market Street
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
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East Market Street
20
Turn right onto Tower of the Americas Way
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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Tower of the Americas Way
Use the right lane.
21
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 37 South, US 281 South
22
Merge onto I 37; US 281
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
William J Bordelon Freeway
23
Continue on I 37; US 281
140 mi
·
2 hr 23 min
·
Lucian Adams Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
387 ft
·
10 sec
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Interstate Highway 37
25
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
444 ft
·
15 sec
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Interstate Highway 37
26
Continue on I 37
483 ft
·
9 sec
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I 37
27
Arrive at destination
I 37
Trip Plan
Given the 7h 28m duration, departing Anson in the morning is recommended to maximize daylight. Plan for at least two stops to stretch your legs and refuel, especially considering the longest stretch without a break is over 140 miles. Your estimated fuel cost is around $64, so ensure your tank is full before leaving Anson. Keep an eye on US 83 as you progress; it’s a key artery for this leg of the journey and will guide you most of the way south.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 213 miles from Anson, TX, or about 3h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 140.3 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 94 miles or 1h 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 213 miles or 3h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 27m
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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Anson, TX
This is one driving day of about 425.9 miles and 7h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 94 miles from Anson, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Lucian Adams Freeway for about 140.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
213 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 94 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 213 miles from Anson, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Lucian Adams Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 140.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 79.9 and 281.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
79.9 mi into trip
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~1h 29m in
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US 83 / South 7th Street
Turn left onto US 83 / South 7th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
167.7 mi into trip
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~3h 3m in
|
US 83
Take the exit onto US 83 toward I 10 East: San Antonio
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 10 East: San Antonio
6
261.9 mi into trip
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~4h 36m in
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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
281 mi into trip
|
~4h 57m 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
281.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 59m 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$64.35 one way
$128.71 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
149 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $70.44 | $140.88 |
| premium | $4.54 | $76.04 | $152.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $94.03 | $188.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$64
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 149 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 127.8 | 1 | $44.72 | $20.44 |
| Efficient EV | 106.5 | 1 | $37.27 | $17.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 170.4 | 2 | $59.63 | $27.26 |
Gas CO2
149 kg
EV CO2
50 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
Afternoon in Corpus Christi on Sunday
Local time
12:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
81°F
Mostly Sunny
SSE 23 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 17 at 5:31PM CDT until April 18 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 2:03PM CDT until April 18 at 8:00AM CDT by NWS Norman OK
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
20 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
7h 28m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Free
near mile 293.8
View on nps.gov
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...
26 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 235
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 71% of the route utilizing major highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 140.3 miles on Lucian Adams Freeway, offering a long, uninterrupted segment. The road character is consistent, leaning towards a steady pace on well-maintained routes. While not overtly scenic, the drive offers a practical and efficient way to cover the distance, with the landscape gradually shifting as you head south.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 140.3 mi on Lucian Adams Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Lucian Adams Freeway and US 83. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 79.9 miles in near US 83 / South 7th Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 425.9 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 79.9 miles (US 83 / South 7th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 167.7 miles (US 83): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 261.9 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Anson, TX to Corpus Christi, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
281 mi in
|
~4h 57m
About the Cities
Arriving in Corpus Christi, TX
Full guide →Corpus Christi (called Corpus by the locals) is Texas's largest coastal city and the gateway to Padre Island. While Corpus Christi isn't on the way to much of anything except itself (and the islands off its coast), it offers enough to fill a visit in its own right, or a multi-day trip from San Antonio, Austin, or Houston. The name is Latin for "Body of Christ".
Top landmarks
- • USS Lexington — 1942 Essex-class aircraft carrier
- • Corpus Christi Cathedral — historic place in Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas
- • Sherman Building — listed on the NRHP in Nuences County, Texas
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 28m. Total distance: 425.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 28m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 140.3 miles on Lucian Adams Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Corpus Christi, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 79.9 miles (US 83 / South 7th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 167.7 miles (US 83): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 261.9 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.5 hours each way, a round trip means 15.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Corpus Christi, TX before the return drive.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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