Origin
Corpus Christi, TX
Late night in Corpus Christi on Tuesday
Local time
4:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Corpus Christi, TX to Rhode Island, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 25m
Distance
335.5 mi
540 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 13m
★
6 AM
6h 26m
8 AM
6h 51m
10 AM
6h 34m
12 PM
6h 32m
3 PM
6h 36m
5 PM
6h 49m
8 PM
6h 18m
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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Rhode Island, TX
Beth Fitzpatrick
Trip Overview
Corpus Christi, TX to Rhode Island, TX is 335.5 miles and takes about 6h 25m via United States Highway 77, with a fuel budget near $51 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within the Great Plains region, offering a consistent landscape for much of the trip. Given its single-day duration, it's a straightforward route for those looking to cover ground efficiently. You'll be on a mix of highway and surface roads, so be prepared for varying speeds and traffic conditions as you transition. It’s a practical choice if you need to get from point A to point B without extensive detours.
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
167.8 miles from Corpus Christi, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 16m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| United States Highway 77 | 57.9 mi | 1h 5m |
| US 79 | 51.1 mi | 58m |
| North Navarro Street | 40.1 mi | 45m |
| State Highway 21 | 36.6 mi | 40m |
| I 45 | 27 mi | 26m |
| Farm to Market Road 136 | 17.8 mi | 23m |
| North US Highway 77 | 17.3 mi | 19m |
| US 59 | 13.2 mi | 14m |
Longest stretch:
United States Highway 77
— 57.9 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi, TX and Rhode Island, TX.
1
Start on I 37
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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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
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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
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
TX 35
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
9
Turn straight onto State Highway 35
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 35
10
Turn left onto FM 136
18 mi
·
23 min
·
Farm to Market Road 136
11
Continue on FM 2678
9.6 mi
·
9 min
·
FM 2678
12
At end of road, turn left onto FM 774
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
FM 774
13
Turn right onto US 77
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
South Alamo Street
14
Turn slight right onto US 77
33 mi
·
37 min
·
United States Highway 77
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 77
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
US Highway 77 South
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Use the left lane.
17
Merge onto US 59; US 77
13 mi
·
14 min
·
US 59; US 77
18
Take the exit onto US 77
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 77
19
Turn left onto US 77
40 mi
·
45 min
·
North Navarro Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
20
At end of road, turn right onto US 77; US 90 Alt
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
Fairwinds Street
21
Continue on US 77; US 90 Alt
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
West 4th Street
22
Turn left onto US 77
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Texana Street
23
Continue on US 77
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
United States Highway 77
24
Continue on US 77
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
US 77
25
Continue on US 77; FM 532
25 mi
·
28 min
·
United States Highway 77
26
Continue on US 77
2.7 mi
·
3 min
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South Jefferson Street
27
Continue on US 77
17 mi
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19 min
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North US Highway 77
28
Continue on US 77
9.5 mi
·
10 min
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South Main Street
29
Take the exit
186 ft
·
5 sec
30
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
this road
31
Merge onto TX 21
37 mi
·
40 min
·
State Highway 21
32
Turn left onto TX OSR
8.1 mi
·
10 min
·
West Old San Antonio Road
33
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
34
Merge onto US 190; TX 6
11 mi
·
12 min
·
South State Highway 6
35
Continue on US 190; TX 6
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Market Street
36
Continue on US 79; TX 6
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
North State Highway 6
37
Keep slight left at fork onto US 79
51 mi
·
58 min
·
US 79
38
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Use the left lane.
39
Merge onto I 45
27 mi
·
26 min
·
I 45
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
40
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward FM 833
41
Turn right onto FM 833
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
FM 833
42
At end of road, turn right onto TX 75; FM 833
52 ft
·
1 sec
·
North State Highway 75
43
Turn left onto FM 833
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East FM 833
44
Turn right onto County Road 161
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
County Road 161
45
Arrive at destination
County Road 161
Trip Plan
Since this drive can be completed in under seven hours, leaving Corpus Christi in the morning should give you ample time to reach Rhode Island before evening. The single stop suggests minimal need for extensive breaks, but it's always wise to factor in a quick stretch and fuel top-up. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer highway stretches where services might be spaced out. The primary roads are United States Highway 77 and US 79, so ensure your navigation is set to prioritize these if you prefer sticking to the most direct path. Given the flexibility of a single-day trip, you can adjust your departure time based on weather forecasts or personal preference.
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 167.8 miles from Corpus Christi, TX, or about 3h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.9 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 74 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 167.8 miles or 3h 16m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rhode Island, 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 335.5 miles and 6h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 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 United States Highway 77 for about 57.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
168 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 74 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 167.8 miles from Corpus Christi, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 305 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 305.9 — 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
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~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
6
78.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
92.5 mi into trip
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~1h 50m in
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US 77 / North Navarro Street
Turn left onto US 77 / North Navarro Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
305.9 mi into trip
|
~5h 53m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.69 one way
$101.39 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
117 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $55.49 | $110.98 |
| premium | $4.54 | $59.90 | $119.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $74.07 | $148.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 117.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 100.6 | 1 | $35.23 | $16.10 |
| Efficient EV | 83.9 | 0 | $29.36 | $13.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 134.2 | 1 | $46.97 | $21.47 |
Gas CO2
117 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% 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
Rhode Island, TX
Late night in Rhode Island on Tuesday
Local time
4:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°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 25m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll be on highways for 71% of this 335.5-mile trip, with United States Highway 77 being the main artery for the longest stretch at 57.9 miles. The transition to surface roads begins on North Navarro Street, introducing a different pace after prolonged highway cruising. Expect a mostly highway profile, meaning you'll encounter fewer intersections and more consistent speeds for significant portions of your drive. The route is largely characterized by open cruising, with the highway sections allowing for steady progress.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
45 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.9 mi on United States Highway 77.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on United States Highway 77 and US 79. 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
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 30 significant decision points across 335.5 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 78.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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
Arriving in Rhode Island, TX
Full guide →Rhode Island (RI) is the smallest state of the United States of America, tucked between Massachusetts and Connecticut in New England. Nonetheless, it has over 400 mi (640 km) of coastline, courtesy of Narragansett Bay and islands such as Aquidneck Island, home to Newport, the "City by the Sea". While Rhode Island contains the name "island" in its name, most of its area is not on an island.
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 6h 25m. Total distance: 335.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 25m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 57.9 miles on United States Highway 77. 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 Rhode Island, 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 78.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.4 hours each way, a round trip means 12.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Rhode Island, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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