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Trip from Corpus Christi, TX to Markham, TX

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 3m

Distance

126.5 mi

204 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 52m ★
6 AM
3h 3m
8 AM
3h 26m
10 AM
3h 11m
12 PM
3h 9m
3 PM
3h 12m
5 PM
3h 25m
8 PM
2h 56m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city and county seat of Nueces County, Texas, United States

Corpus Christi, TX

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Downtown Markham, TX, TX

Markham, TX

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Trip Overview

This 126.5-mile drive from Corpus Christi, TX to Markham, TX is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 3 minutes to complete. Primarily following State Highway 35 North and TX 35, you'll spend about 90% of your time on highways, making for a straightforward journey. With a projected fuel cost of around $19, this route offers an economical option for a quick getaway. The drive stays within the Great Plains region, maintaining a consistent landscape. Given its manageable length and highway focus, this trip is ideal for those looking for an efficient way to travel between these two Texas locations without needing an overnight stay.

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

63.3 miles from Corpus Christi, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
State Highway 35 North 67.3 mi 1h 40m
TX 35 27.4 mi 35m
FM 1862 12.1 mi 21m
New Harbor Bridge 10.1 mi 11m
State Highway 35 Bypass 3.3 mi 3m
FM 616 2.7 mi 4m
FM 3036 1.3 mi 1m
Broadway 0.5 mi <1m
Longest stretch: State Highway 35 North — 67.3 mi, about 1h 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi, TX and Markham, TX.

1

Start on I 37

0.2 mi · 21 sec · I 37
2

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 39 sec
4

Turn right onto North Brownlee Boulevard

122 ft · 2 sec · North Brownlee Boulevard
5

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 16 sec
6

Merge onto US 181; TX 35

10 mi · 11 min · New Harbor Bridge
7

Keep slight left at fork onto TX 35

8.9 mi · 10 min · TX 35
8

Keep slight left at fork onto TX 35

7.7 mi · 8 min · TX 35
9

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward FM 1069, Market Street
10

Keep slight left at fork

352 ft · 9 sec
Toward FM 1069, Market Street
11

Continue on TX 35

3.2 mi · 3 min · State Highway 35 Bypass
12

Keep slight right at fork onto TX 35

0.1 mi · 8 sec · State Highway 35 Bypass
13

Turn straight onto TX 35; FM 3036

1.3 mi · 1 min · TX 35; FM 3036
Use the left / straight lanes.
14

Turn left onto TX 35

29 mi · 43 min · State Highway 35 North
Use the left / straight lanes.
15

Continue on TX 35

0.3 mi · 27 sec · Main Street
16

Continue on TX 35

38 mi · 57 min · State Highway 35 North
17

Turn left onto FM 1862

12 mi · 21 min · FM 1862
18

Turn right onto FM 616

2.7 mi · 4 min · FM 616
19

Turn slight left onto TX 35

11 mi · 16 min · TX 35
20

Turn left onto FM 1468

0.5 mi · 56 sec · Broadway
21

Arrive at destination

FM 1468

Trip Plan

For this 3-hour drive, leaving Corpus Christi in the morning allows you to reach Markham with plenty of daylight remaining. Since the route is just over 126 miles and predominantly highway, you won't need to rush your single planned stop. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 67.3 miles on State Highway 35 North, as services might be less frequent in some sections. The relatively short duration means you have flexibility; you can depart later if needed or arrive early and enjoy more time at your destination.

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 63.3 miles from Corpus Christi, TX, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.3 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 28 miles or 32m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 63.3 miles or 1h 24m 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 26m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Markham, 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 126.5 miles and 3h 3m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 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 State Highway 35 North for about 67.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Seadrift, TX, TX

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Seadrift, TX

63 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

Rockport, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Seadrift, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 63.3 miles from Corpus Christi, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before State Highway 35 North if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.3 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Bayfront Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Corpus Christi, Texas

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13618267529

Visit website

Harbor Playhouse

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Corpus Christi, Texas

+13618825500

Visit website

Whataburger Field

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Corpus Christi, Texas

Visit website

Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Corpus Christi, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13618264667

Visit website

The Art Museum of South Texas

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Corpus Christi, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13618253500

Visit website

Texas State Aquarium

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Corpus Christi, Texas

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13618811200

Visit website

Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures & Education Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Corpus Christi, Texas

Hours: 12–5 pm

+13618818827

Visit website

Water's Edge Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Corpus Christi, Texas

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13618263460

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 32.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
0.5 mi into trip | ~0m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

5
27.6 mi into trip | ~31m in

Take the exit toward FM 1069, Market Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward FM 1069, Market Street
6
28.3 mi into trip | ~33m in

Keep slight left at fork toward FM 1069, Market Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward FM 1069, Market Street
6
32.9 mi into trip | ~39m in | TX 35 / State Highway 35 North

Turn left onto TX 35 / State Highway 35 North

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.11 one way

$38.23 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 44 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $20.92 $41.84
premium $4.54 $22.59 $45.17
diesel $5.61 $27.93 $55.86

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 44.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 37.9 0 $13.28 $6.07
Efficient EV 31.6 0 $11.07 $5.06
EV Truck/SUV 50.6 0 $17.71 $8.10

Gas CO2

44 kg

EV CO2

15 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Corpus Christi, TX

Late night in Corpus Christi on Tuesday

Local time

4:24 AM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Markham, TX

Late night in Markham on Tuesday

Local time

4:24 AM

CDT

Current temp

85°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

5 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 3m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 126.5-mile journey. With 90% of the route on highways, including State Highway 35 North and TX 35, the pace is generally consistent. You'll encounter one significant uninterrupted stretch of 67.3 miles on State Highway 35 North, which means you can cover a good distance before needing to plan for a stop. The drive utilizes FM 1862 towards the end, offering a slight variation in road type as you approach Markham.

90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 67.3 mi on State Highway 35 North.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 35 North and TX 35. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in.

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 15 significant decision points across 126.5 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 0.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 27.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Corpus Christi, TX to Markham, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Fm 1069 along the way.

Fm 1069

27.6 mi in | ~31m

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 3h 3m. Total distance: 126.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 67.3 miles on State Highway 35 North. 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 Markham, 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 27.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Markham, 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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