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Trip from Huntington, TX to Corpus Christi, TX
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 28m
Distance
337.1 mi
542 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 16m
★
6 AM
6h 28m
8 AM
6h 53m
10 AM
6h 37m
12 PM
6h 34m
3 PM
6h 38m
5 PM
6h 52m
8 PM
6h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Huntington, TX
Action Construction Equipment Ltd. - ACE
Corpus Christi, TX
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Trip Overview
Huntington, TX to Corpus Christi, TX is 337.1 miles and takes about 6h 28m via Diboll Relief Route and US Highway 59, with a fuel budget near $51 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Great Plains region of Texas, offering a straightforward drive across the state. You'll primarily be on highway, making good time with minimal fuss. With a recommended one-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart when you're ready and still arrive with plenty of daylight. This route is a practical choice for a direct connection between these two Texas locations.
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
168.5 miles from Huntington, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 13m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Diboll Relief Route | 113.5 mi | 2h 4m |
| US Highway 59 | 74.7 mi | 1h 22m |
| Southwest Freeway | 34.7 mi | 40m |
| US Highway 77 South | 33.2 mi | 37m |
| Farm to Market Road 136 | 17.7 mi | 23m |
| US 59 | 17 mi | 19m |
| TX 35 | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| FM 2678 | 9.6 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
Diboll Relief Route
— 113.5 mi, about 2h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, TX and Corpus Christi, TX.
1
Start on US 69
8.0 mi
·
9 min
·
US 69
2
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
3
Merge onto US 59; Loop 287
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South Medford Drive
4
Take the exit
396 ft
·
9 sec
Toward South First Street
5
Turn straight onto South Medford Drive
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Medford Drive
6
Turn left onto US 59 Bus
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
South First Street
7
Continue on US 59
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 59
8
Continue on US 59
114 mi
·
2 hr 4 min
·
Diboll Relief Route
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 69; US 59
35 mi
·
40 min
·
Southwest Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 94
Toward Spur 10: Cottonwood, Church Road, Hartledge Road
11
Turn straight onto Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
12
Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
13
Continue on US 59 Southbound Frontage Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 59 Southbound Frontage Road
14
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
15
Merge onto US 59
9.2 mi
·
10 min
·
US 59
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 59
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
US 59
17
Take the exit
1.5 mi
·
2 min
18
Continue on US 59
75 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
US Highway 59
19
Keep slight left at fork onto Spur 91
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Spur 91
20
Merge onto US 77
33 mi
·
37 min
·
US Highway 77 South
21
Turn straight onto US 77
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Alamo Street
22
Turn left onto FM 774
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Empresario Street
23
Turn right onto FM 2678
9.6 mi
·
9 min
·
FM 2678
Use the right lane.
24
Continue on FM 136
18 mi
·
23 min
·
Farm to Market Road 136
25
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
26
Merge onto TX 35
12 mi
·
13 min
·
TX 35
27
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
28
Turn slight right
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
29
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
30
Merge onto I 37
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 37
31
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
387 ft
·
10 sec
·
Interstate Highway 37
32
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
444 ft
·
15 sec
·
Interstate Highway 37
33
Continue on I 37
483 ft
·
9 sec
·
I 37
34
Arrive at destination
I 37
Trip Plan
Given this is a 6h 28m drive, it's easily manageable in a single day. Aim to leave Huntington, TX in the morning to maximize daylight and arrive in Corpus Christi with time to settle in. The longest stretch without a town is 113.5 miles on Diboll Relief Route, so ensure you have sufficient fuel before embarking on that segment. With only one recommended stop, you can be flexible with your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach the longer highway sections, to avoid any unnecessary delays.
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 168.5 miles from Huntington, TX, or about 3h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.5 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 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 168.5 miles or 3h 13m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Corpus Christi, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Huntington, 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 Huntington, TX
This is one driving day of about 337.1 miles and 6h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from Huntington, 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 Diboll Relief Route for about 113.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
169 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 168.5 miles from Huntington, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Diboll Relief Route if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 113.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Victoria County Northbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Polk County Northbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Polk County Southbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.4 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.8 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.8 mi from route
Bayfront Park
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
mile 337.1
Corpus Christi, Texas
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+13618267529
Visit websiteHarbor Playhouse
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
0.6 mi from route
~1 min detour
mile 337.1
Corpus Christi, Texas
+13618825500
Visit websiteWhataburger Field
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
mile 337.1
Corpus Christi, Texas
Visit websiteCorpus Christi Museum of Science and History
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
mile 337.1
Corpus Christi, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+13618264667
Visit websiteThe Art Museum of South Texas
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
mile 337.1
Corpus Christi, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+13618253500
Visit websiteTexas State Aquarium
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
mile 337.1
Corpus Christi, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+13618811200
Visit websiteTexas State Museum of Asian Cultures & Education Center
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
0.6 mi from route
~1 min detour
mile 337.1
Corpus Christi, Texas
Hours: 12–5 pm
+13618818827
Visit websiteWater's Edge Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
0.8 mi from route
~2 min detour
mile 337.1
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 155 decision points cluster between mile 8 and 295.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
8 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
9.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward South First Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward South First Street
6
163.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 4m in
Take the exit toward Spur 10: Cottonwood, Church Road, Hartledge Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 94
Toward Spur 10: Cottonwood, Church Road, Hartle...
4
175.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 20m in
|
US 59
Keep slight left at fork onto US 59
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
295.6 mi into trip
|
~5h 37m in
|
FM 2678
Turn right onto FM 2678
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.94 one way
$101.87 round trip
$3.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
118 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.20 | $55.75 | $111.51 |
| premium | $4.54 | $60.19 | $120.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $74.43 | $148.85 |
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: 117.9 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 | 101.1 | 1 | $35.40 | $16.18 |
| Efficient EV | 84.3 | 0 | $29.50 | $13.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 134.8 | 1 | $47.19 | $21.57 |
Gas CO2
118 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.
Origin
Huntington, TX
Morning in Huntington on Sunday
Local time
6:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Corpus Christi, TX
Morning in Corpus Christi on Sunday
Local time
6:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
4 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 28m 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?
This 337.1-mile drive is about 57% highway, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster roads. The longest continuous stretch on highway is 113.5 miles on Diboll Relief Route. Expect a mixed profile, transitioning from highway driving to surface roads as you progress. You'll likely notice the change in speed and exit frequency as you move between these different road types.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 113.5 mi on Diboll Relief Route.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8 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 337.1 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 8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 163.4 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.
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 Huntington, TX to Corpus Christi, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Spur 10: Cottonwood along the way.
Spur 10: Cottonwood
163.4 mi in
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~3h 4m
About the Cities
Arriving 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 6h 28m. Total distance: 337.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 28m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 113.5 miles on Diboll Relief Route. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 19 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 Corpus Christi, 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 19 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 163.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.5 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 Corpus Christi, 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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