Trip from Corpus Christi, TX to Woodcreek, TX

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 42m

Distance

202.7 mi

326 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

3h 30m ★

6 AM

3h 43m

8 AM

4h 8m

10 AM

3h 51m

12 PM

3h 49m

3 PM

3h 53m

5 PM

4h 7m

8 PM

3h 35m

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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Woodcreek, TX

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Trip Overview

Corpus Christi, TX to Woodcreek, TX is 202.7 miles and takes about 3h 42m via I 37 and Purple Heart Trail, with a fuel budget near $31 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you from the Great Plains region of South Texas to another part of the Great Plains, staying within the state. Expect a primarily highway-focused drive, making it a straightforward option for a single-day journey. With only one planned stop and a manageable duration, this route is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to cover ground without a significant time commitment.

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

101.3 miles from Corpus Christi, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 37	132.6 mi	2h 13m
Purple Heart Trail	26.6 mi	28m
Ranch Road 12	13.9 mi	21m
Connally Loop	10.6 mi	12m
North Pan Am Expressway	10.2 mi	11m
East Wonder World Drive	3.7 mi	5m
Interstate Highway 35	1.9 mi	2m
Woodcreek Drive	0.5 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 37 — 132.6 mi, about 2h 13m

Traffic on I-37

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 36 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

3 PM

~1,146 veh/hr typical · worst 1,732

Quietest

2 AM

~151 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

7.6×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

Averaged across 51 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on I 37

17 mi · 17 min · I 37

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

1.3 mi · 1 min

Continue on I 37

116 mi · 1 hr 56 min · I 37

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Exit 133 Toward I 410, TX 130, US 281 South Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 58 sec

Toward I 410 North, TX 130 North Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 410; TX 130

11 mi · 12 min · Connally Loop

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 35; I 410

2.8 mi · 3 min · North Pan Am Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto North Pan Am Expressway

7.4 mi · 8 min · North Pan Am Expressway

Toward I 35: Austin Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 35

12 mi · 12 min · Purple Heart Trail

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 35

1.9 mi · 2 min · Interstate Highway 35

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 35

15 mi · 15 min · Purple Heart Trail

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Exit 202 Toward RM 12: Wimberley Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto South Interstate 35

0.2 mi · 33 sec · South Interstate 35

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Turn left onto RM 12

3.7 mi · 5 min · East Wonder World Drive

Use the left lane.

Continue on RM 12

12 mi · 17 min · Ranch Road 12

Turn slight left onto RM 12

2.3 mi · 4 min · Ranch Road 12

Turn left onto Woodcreek Drive

0.4 mi · 53 sec · Woodcreek Drive

Keep slight right at fork onto Woodcreek Drive

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Woodcreek Drive

Turn right onto Brookhollow Drive

490 ft · 23 sec · Brookhollow Drive

Turn right onto Westwood Drive

0.2 mi · 52 sec · Westwood Drive

Turn left onto Pebble Brook Lane

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Pebble Brook Lane

Arrive at destination

Pebble Brook Lane

Trip Plan

Given the 3h 42m estimated duration, leaving Corpus Christi in the morning allows ample time to reach Woodcreek well before evening. While the drive is efficient, consider taking a break during the 132.6-mile stretch on I 37 to stretch your legs. The fuel cost is estimated at $31, so ensure your tank is full before departing to avoid unnecessary stops. With only one recommended stop and a single-day feasibility, this route offers flexibility; you can depart whenever it suits your schedule best.

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 101.3 miles from Corpus Christi, TX, or about 1h 42m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 132.6 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 45 miles or 46m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 101.3 miles or 1h 42m 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 52m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodcreek, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Corpus Christi, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 202.7 miles and 3h 42m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 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 I 37 for about 132.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Bexar County, Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Converse, TX

101 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

Mathis, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Jourdanton, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 101.3 miles from Corpus Christi, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

1.8 mi from route

QuikTrip

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 website

Harbor Playhouse

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Corpus Christi, Texas

+13618825500

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 133.9 and 184.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

133.9 mi into trip | ~2h 15m in

Take the exit toward I 410, TX 130, US 281 South

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 133 Toward I 410, TX 130, US 281 South

134 mi into trip | ~2h 15m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 410 North, TX 130 North

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 410 North, TX 130 North

147.9 mi into trip | ~2h 32m in | North Pan Am Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto North Pan Am Expressway toward I 35: Austin

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 35: Austin

183.8 mi into trip | ~3h 11m in

Take the exit toward RM 12: Wimberley

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 202 Toward RM 12: Wimberley

184.2 mi into trip | ~3h 12m in | RM 12 / East Wonder World Drive

Turn left onto RM 12 / East Wonder World Drive

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.76 one way

$55.53 round trip

$3.48/gal 25.4 MPG avg 71 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$3.89	$31.01	$62.02
premium	$4.23	$33.72	$67.43
diesel	$4.80	$38.27	$76.55

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$28

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 70.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	60.8	0	$21.28	$9.73
Efficient EV	50.7	0	$17.74	$8.11
EV Truck/SUV	81.1	1	$28.38	$12.97

Gas CO2

71 kg

EV CO2

24 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 Jul 19, 2026

Origin

Corpus Christi, TX

Late night in Corpus Christi on Monday

Local time

1:01 AM

CDT

Current temp

81°F

Partly Cloudy

SSE 12 to 16 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Flash Flood Warning

Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 9:33PM CDT until July 18 at 10:45PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Flash Flood Warning

Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 9:30PM CDT until July 18 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX

Destination

Woodcreek, TX

Late night in Woodcreek on Monday

Local time

1:01 AM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Mostly Cloudy

S 5 to 10 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Flash Flood Warning

Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 9:33PM CDT until July 18 at 10:45PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX

Flash Flood Warning

Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 9:30PM CDT until July 18 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Lubbock TX

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

7 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

3h 42m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 ~4 min detour Free near mile 132.8

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is predominantly a highway experience, with 71% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 132.6 miles on I 37, which will likely be your longest uninterrupted period of driving. While the Purple Heart Trail and Ranch Road 12 offer a change of pace, the overall character remains highway-focused, suggesting a generally high-speed journey. The transition from the interstate to these more local roads will be your main variation in driving conditions.

71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 132.6 mi on I 37.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 37 and Purple Heart Trail. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 133.9 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 15 significant decision points across 202.7 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 133.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 134 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 147.9 miles (North Pan Am Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

961 ft 7 ft

Total Climb

1,094 ft

Total Descent

140 ft

Highest Point

961 ft

~202.7 mi in

Elevation Range

954 ft

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 Woodcreek, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Rm 12: Wimberley along the way.

Rm 12: Wimberley

183.8 mi in | ~3h 11m

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 Woodcreek, 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 3h 42m. Total distance: 202.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 132.6 miles on I 37. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 20 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 Woodcreek, 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 20 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Woodcreek, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Corpus Christi, TX to Woodcreek, TX

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Traffic on I-37

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

San Patricio County Southbound Rest Area

Parking Area

Picnic Area

Love's Travel Stop

Picnic Area

Buc-ee's

Flying J Travel Center

San Patricio County Northbound Rest Area

Live Oak County Southbound Rest Area

Picnic Area

QuikTrip

TA

Pilot Travel Center

Pilot Travel Center

Live Oak County Northbound Rest Area

Pilot Travel Center

Petro Stopping Centers

TA

Flying J Travel Center

QuikTrip

Bayfront Park

Harbor Playhouse

Whataburger Field

Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History

The Art Museum of South Texas

Texas State Aquarium

Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures & Education Center

Water's Edge Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Corpus Christi, TX

Woodcreek, TX

Same local time

7 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 42m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Elevation Profile

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Corpus Christi, TX

Arriving in Woodcreek, TX

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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