Origin
Corpus Christi, TX
Morning in Corpus Christi on Sunday
Local time
8:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Corpus Christi, TX to Las Quintas Fronterizas, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 13m
Distance
226.4 mi
364 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 0m
★
6 AM
4h 14m
8 AM
4h 40m
10 AM
4h 23m
12 PM
4h 20m
3 PM
4h 24m
5 PM
4h 39m
8 PM
4h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Corpus Christi, TX
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Las Quintas Fronterizas, TX
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Trip Overview
Corpus Christi, TX to Las Quintas Fronterizas, TX is 226.4 miles and takes about 4h 13m via TX 44 and US Highway 83 North, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Texas, traversing the Great Plains region for its entirety. It's a straightforward, single-day trip that won't demand much from you, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B without much fuss. Consider this route when you need an efficient journey through South Texas.
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
113.2 miles from Corpus Christi, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| TX 44 | 68.2 mi | 1h 14m |
| US Highway 83 North | 42.3 mi | 43m |
| Peña Street | 39.4 mi | 44m |
| East Front Street | 34.5 mi | 39m |
| East Avenue J | 26.2 mi | 30m |
| I 37 | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| US 59 | 4 mi | 4m |
| Loop 480 | 2.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
TX 44
— 68.2 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi, TX and Las Quintas Fronterizas, TX.
1
Start on I 37
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 37
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
2
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward TX 358: Padre Island
3
Continue on TX 358
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Padre Island Drive
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward TX 44: Robstown, Alice
5
Continue on TX 44
11 mi
·
12 min
·
TX 44
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn right onto TX 44
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
South US Highway 77
7
Turn left onto TX 44
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
TX 44
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Turn left onto TX 44
26 mi
·
30 min
·
East Avenue J
9
Continue on TX 44; TX 359
522 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Main Street
10
Continue on TX 44; TX 359
34 mi
·
39 min
·
East Front Street
11
Continue on US 59; TX 44
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
US 59; TX 44
12
Turn right onto TX 44
56 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
TX 44
13
At end of road, turn right onto US 83
42 mi
·
43 min
·
US Highway 83 North
14
Continue on US 83
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
South 1st Street
15
Turn left onto US 277
39 mi
·
44 min
·
Peña Street
16
Take the exit
440 ft
·
12 sec
17
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
this road
18
Merge onto Loop 480
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Loop 480
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward FM 1021
20
Keep slight right at fork
209 ft
·
5 sec
21
Turn straight onto FM 1021
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
El Indio Highway
22
Turn right onto Las Quintas Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Las Quintas Boulevard
23
Turn left onto Alvin Circle
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Alvin Circle
24
Arrive at destination
Alvin Circle
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 13m duration, leaving Corpus Christi in the morning is ideal to ensure you arrive in Las Quintas Fronterizas with ample daylight. You'll have one designated stop, but with only 226.4 miles, you can be flexible with your timing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $34 and it’s always wise to top off before the longest stretch. A specific tip for this route: familiarize yourself with the transition onto Peña Street as you near your destination, as it signals the final approach into Las Quintas Fronterizas.
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 113.2 miles from Corpus Christi, TX, or about 2h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.2 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 50 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.2 miles or 2h 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 3h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Las Quintas Fronterizas, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Corpus Christi, 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 Corpus Christi, TX
This is one driving day of about 226.4 miles and 4h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Corpus Christi, 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 TX 44 for about 68.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
113 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 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 113.2 miles from Corpus Christi, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before TX 44 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.2 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 224.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
I 37
Depart onto I 37
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
4.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward TX 358: Padre Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward TX 358: Padre Island
5
5.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward TX 44: Robstown, Alice
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TX 44: Robstown, Alice
4
17.8 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
TX 44
Turn left onto TX 44
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
224.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 9m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.21 one way
$68.42 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
79 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $37.45 | $74.89 |
| premium | $4.54 | $40.42 | $80.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $49.99 | $99.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.2 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 | 67.9 | 0 | $23.77 | $10.87 |
| Efficient EV | 56.6 | 0 | $19.81 | $9.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 90.6 | 1 | $31.70 | $14.49 |
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
26 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
Las Quintas Fronterizas, TX
Morning in Las Quintas Fronterizas on Sunday
Local time
8:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
89°F
San Diego, TX
113 mi in
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
19 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
4h 13m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a mixed drive, with 53% of it on highways, balancing faster travel with more local road segments. You'll experience a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 68.2 miles along TX 44, which should feel like a good rhythm for covering ground. As you transition to US Highway 83 North and then Peña Street, the character of the drive may shift slightly, incorporating more community-level road navigation. Expect a drive that's generally efficient but allows for a sense of progression through different types of Texas roadways.
53% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 68.2 mi on TX 44.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near I 37.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 226.4 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 37): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Starting 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 4h 13m. Total distance: 226.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 68.2 miles on TX 44. 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (I 37): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Las Quintas Fronterizas, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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