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Trip from Corpus Christi, TX to Rogers, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 24, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 1m
Distance
263.4 mi
424 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 48m
★
6 AM
5h 1m
8 AM
5h 28m
10 AM
5h 11m
12 PM
5h 8m
3 PM
5h 12m
5 PM
5h 27m
8 PM
4h 53m
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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Rogers, TX
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Trip Overview
Corpus Christi to Rogers is 263 miles and takes about 5 hours via Pickle Parkway and US Highway 181 South, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Great Plains region, moving from the southern part of Texas to the central part. Expect a largely highway-focused experience for most of the drive. Given the manageable distance and duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing for a relaxed pace. It's a straightforward connection between two points in Texas, ideal for those looking for efficiency.
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
131.7 miles from Corpus Christi, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 31m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pickle Parkway | 49.2 mi | 45m |
| US Highway 181 South | 40.2 mi | 45m |
| State Highway 80 North | 30.8 mi | 35m |
| State Highway 80 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| TX 95 | 18.4 mi | 23m |
| US Highway 181 | 16 mi | 18m |
| US 181 | 14.7 mi | 16m |
| Chandler Road | 10.6 mi | 13m |
Longest stretch:
Pickle Parkway
— 49.2 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi, TX and Rogers, 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
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New Harbor Bridge
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 181
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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US 181
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 181
14 mi
·
15 min
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US 181
9
Continue on TX 89
4.1 mi
·
4 min
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State Highway 89
10
Continue on US 181
16 mi
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18 min
·
US Highway 181
11
Continue on US 181
0.8 mi
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55 sec
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South 8th Street
12
Continue on US 181
40 mi
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45 min
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US Highway 181 South
13
Continue on US 181
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South Sunset Strip Drive
14
Turn right onto TX 72; TX 239
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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West Main Street
15
Keep slight left at fork onto TX 72; TX 239
233 ft
·
3 sec
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East Main Street
16
Continue on FM 792
8.4 mi
·
10 min
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Helena Road
17
Turn straight onto TX 80
24 mi
·
25 min
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State Highway 80
18
Continue on TX 80
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Nixon Avenue
19
Continue on TX 80; TX 97
31 mi
·
35 min
·
State Highway 80 North
20
Continue on US 183
10 mi
·
11 min
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US 183
21
Continue on US 183
4.9 mi
·
8 min
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South Colorado Street
22
Continue on US 183
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
United States Highway 183
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
Toward TX 130 Toll North: Austin, Waco
24
Merge onto TX 130 Toll
49 mi
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45 min
·
Pickle Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 419
Toward Chandler Road, University Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 419
Toward Chandler Road, University Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Turn right onto CR 114
11 mi
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13 min
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Chandler Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
At end of road, turn left onto TX 95
18 mi
·
23 min
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TX 95
Use the straight lane.
29
Turn right onto FM 2268
9.3 mi
·
11 min
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FM 2268
30
At end of road, turn left onto FM 437
6.8 mi
·
8 min
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Farm-to-Market Road 437
31
Turn right onto US 190; TX 36; FM 2184
66 ft
·
7 sec
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Mesquite Avenue
32
Turn left
92 ft
·
6 sec
33
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour drive, leaving Corpus Christi in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to reach Rogers, TX. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility to take breaks as needed, perhaps after the first 2.5 hours of driving. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is $38 for the trip. A practical tip for this route is to be aware of the transition points between the main highways and any state routes, as these can sometimes involve more local traffic or lower speed limits.
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 131.7 miles from Corpus Christi, TX, or about 2h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.2 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 58 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 131.7 miles or 2h 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rogers, 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 263.4 miles and 5h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 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 Pickle Parkway for about 49.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
132 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 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 131.7 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.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Circle K
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
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 websiteHarbor Playhouse
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, right off the route
0.6 mi from route
~1 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
+13618825500
Visit websiteWhataburger Field
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, right off the route
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
Visit websiteCorpus 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 websiteThe 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 websiteTexas 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 websiteTexas 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 websiteWater'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 websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 229 — 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.
6
168 mi into trip
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~3h 16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward TX 130 Toll North: Austin, Waco
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward TX 130 Toll North: Austin, Waco
8
217.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 2m in
Take the exit toward Chandler Road, University Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 419
Toward Chandler Road, University Boulevard
9
218.1 mi into trip
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~4h 3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Chandler Road, University Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 419
Toward Chandler Road, University Boulevard
7
229 mi into trip
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~4h 17m in
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TX 95
At end of road, turn left onto TX 95
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$39.54 one way
$79.08 round trip
$3.81/gal
25.4 MPG avg
92 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $43.75 | $87.50 |
| premium | $4.57 | $47.34 | $94.68 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $65.08 | $130.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 79 | 0 | $27.66 | $12.64 |
| Efficient EV | 65.9 | 0 | $23.05 | $10.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 105.4 | 1 | $36.88 | $16.86 |
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% 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.
Origin
Corpus Christi, TX
Late night in Corpus Christi on Saturday
Local time
5:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
E 6 to 13 mph
23% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Rogers, TX
Late night in Rogers on Saturday
Local time
5:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph
1% chance
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
20 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
5h 1m 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?
You'll be on the highway for about 82% of this 263-mile drive. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 49.2 miles on Pickle Parkway. The route transitions from highway to surface roads as you approach your destination. Expect a good amount of rural cruising with occasional merges as you navigate between different highway segments.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.2 mi on Pickle Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Pickle Parkway and US Highway 181 South. 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
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 263.4 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 168 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 217.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
642 ft
7 ft
Total Climb
689 ft
Total Descent
153 ft
Highest Point
642 ft
~225.8 mi in
Elevation Range
635 ft
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 Corpus Christi, TX to Rogers, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Waco along the way.
Waco
168 mi in
|
~3h 16m
About the Cities
Starting in Corpus Christi, TX
Full guide →Founded 1839
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
- • Old Nueces County Courthouse — historic place in Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas
Arriving in Rogers, TX
Full guide →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 5h 1m. Total distance: 263.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.2 miles on Pickle Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 5 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Rogers, 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. There are 5 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 168 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 217.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Rogers, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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