Trip from Navasota, TX to Corpus Christi, TX

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

Drive Time

4h 42m

Distance

230.6 mi

371 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$32

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

4h 29m ★

6 AM

4h 43m

8 AM

5h 10m

10 AM

4h 52m

12 PM

4h 50m

3 PM

4h 54m

5 PM

5h 8m

8 PM

4h 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 in Grimes County, Texas, United States

Navasota, TX

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

Corpus Christi, TX

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 230.6-mile drive from Navasota to Corpus Christi, Texas, can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 42 minutes. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 87% of the journey on main roads like United States Highway 77. You'll encounter a single recommended stop, and the estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $35. Traveling within the Great Plains region of Texas, this drive offers a practical option for reaching your destination without needing an overnight stay, making it ideal for those looking to maximize their time.

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

115.3 miles from Navasota, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 25m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
United States Highway 77	40.1 mi	45m
US Highway 77 South	34 mi	38m
South US Highway 77	24.7 mi	28m
State Highway 105	21.6 mi	28m
Farm to Market Road 136	17.7 mi	23m
TX 237	15.9 mi	23m
US Highway 290 West	13.4 mi	14m
TX 35	12.1 mi	13m

Longest stretch: United States Highway 77 — 40.1 mi, about 45m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on TX 6 Bus

240 ft · 7 sec · South La Salle Street

Turn left onto TX 105

1.9 mi · 2 min · East Washington Avenue

Continue on TX 105

22 mi · 28 min · State Highway 105

Use the straight lane.

Continue on TX 105

0.6 mi · 1 min · TX 105

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto TX 105

0.3 mi · 29 sec · North Chappell Hill Street

Turn right onto TX 105

2.0 mi · 3 min · East Main Street

Continue on US 290

13 mi · 14 min · US Highway 290 West

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit onto TX 237

16 mi · 23 min · TX 237

Toward TX 237 South: Giddings, Round Top, La Grange

Continue on TX 159

6.6 mi · 9 min · TX 159

At end of road, turn right onto TX 71 Bus

1.0 mi · 1 min · East Travis Street

Turn left onto US 77

0.7 mi · 47 sec · South Jefferson Street

Continue on US 77

25 mi · 28 min · South US Highway 77

Continue on US 77

6.8 mi · 7 min · US 77

Continue on US 77

0.2 mi · 14 sec · United States Highway 77

Continue on US 77

1.3 mi · 1 min · North Texana Street

Turn right onto US 77; US 90 Alt

0.3 mi · 20 sec · West 4th Street

Continue on US 77; US 90 Alt

0.4 mi · 29 sec · Fairwinds Street

Turn left onto US 77

40 mi · 45 min · United States Highway 77

Take the exit

278 ft · 7 sec

Turn straight onto US 77

405 ft · 8 sec · Northeast Zac Lentz Parkway

Take the ramp onto US 77

0.3 mi · 43 sec · US 77

Merge onto US 77

1.4 mi · 1 min · Northeast Zac Lentz Parkway

Continue on US 77

12 mi · 13 min · Northwest Zac Lentz Parkway

Take the exit onto US 77

0.6 mi · 1 min · US 77

Turn left

170 ft · 6 sec

Turn right onto US 77

34 mi · 38 min · US Highway 77 South

Turn straight onto US 77

1.9 mi · 3 min · Alamo Street

Turn left onto FM 774

1.5 mi · 2 min · East Empresario Street

Turn right onto FM 2678

9.6 mi · 9 min · FM 2678

Use the right lane.

Continue on FM 136

18 mi · 23 min · Farm to Market Road 136

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 49 sec

Merge onto TX 35

12 mi · 13 min · TX 35

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 43 sec

Turn slight right

0.3 mi · 56 sec

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min

Merge onto I 37

0.3 mi · 29 sec · I 37

Continue on Interstate Highway 37

387 ft · 10 sec · Interstate Highway 37

Continue on Interstate Highway 37

444 ft · 15 sec · Interstate Highway 37

Continue on I 37

483 ft · 9 sec · I 37

Arrive at destination

I 37

Trip Plan

Given the manageable 4-hour and 42-minute duration, you can comfortably depart from Navasota in the morning and arrive in Corpus Christi the same day. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of about $35, planning is straightforward. Consider filling up your tank before leaving Navasota to ensure you have plenty of fuel for the 40.1-mile stretch on United States Highway 77. This route's highway-centric nature means you can maintain a steady pace, but always be mindful of speed limits and any potential traffic as you approach larger towns.

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 115.3 miles from Navasota, TX, or about 2h 25m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.1 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 51 miles or 1h 7m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 115.3 miles or 2h 25m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 52m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Navasota, 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 Navasota, TX

This is one driving day of about 230.6 miles and 4h 42m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Navasota, 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 40.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Yoakum, TX

115 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

Brenham, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Yoakum, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 115.3 miles from Navasota, 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.

Pilot Travel Center

0.1 mi from route

Bayfront Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 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 end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Corpus Christi, Texas

+13618825500

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 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 19

5 decision points cluster between mile 24.4 and 189.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

24.4 mi into trip | ~32m in | TX 105 / East Main Street

Turn right onto TX 105 / East Main Street

Navigation decision point

39.8 mi into trip | ~50m in | TX 237

Take the exit onto TX 237 toward TX 237 South: Giddings, Round Top, La Grange

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

Toward TX 237 South: Giddings, Round Top, La Gr...

62.3 mi into trip | ~1h 24m in | TX 71 Bus / East Travis Street

At end of road, turn right onto TX 71 Bus / East Travis Street

Navigation decision point

63.2 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in | US 77 / South Jefferson Street

Turn left onto US 77 / South Jefferson Street

Navigation decision point

189.2 mi into trip | ~3h 52m in | FM 2678

Turn right onto FM 2678

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$31.58 one way

$63.17 round trip

$3.48/gal 25.4 MPG avg 81 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$3.89	$35.28	$70.56
premium	$4.23	$38.36	$76.72
diesel	$4.80	$43.54	$87.08

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$32

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$57–$82

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 80.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	69.2	0	$24.21	$11.07
Efficient EV	57.7	0	$20.18	$9.22
EV Truck/SUV	92.2	1	$32.28	$14.76

Gas CO2

81 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026

Origin

Navasota, TX

Night in Navasota on Monday

Local time

9:29 PM

CDT

Current temp

94°F

Partly Sunny

S 5 to 10 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued July 18 at 9:55AM CDT until July 19 at 11:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued July 18 at 9:53AM CDT until July 19 at 7:15PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

Destination

Corpus Christi, TX

Night in Corpus Christi on Monday

Local time

9:29 PM

CDT

Current temp

90°F

Mostly Sunny

SSE 12 to 18 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued July 18 at 9:55AM CDT until July 19 at 11:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued July 18 at 9:53AM CDT until July 19 at 7:15PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio 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

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

4h 42m 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?

Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 230.6-mile trip, with 87% of the route utilizing major highways like US Highway 77 South. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 40.1 miles on United States Highway 77, offering a consistent pace. While primarily highway, the road will offer a steady progression as you make your way south. This drive isn't characterized by winding backroads but rather a direct and efficient path, allowing for a smooth journey.

87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

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

Longest single stretch: 40.1 mi on United States Highway 77.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on United States Highway 77 and US Highway 77 South. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 24.4 miles in near TX 105 / East Main Street.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 230.6 miles you will encounter 19 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 24.4 miles (TX 105 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 39.8 miles (TX 237): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62.3 miles (TX 71 Bus / East Travis Street): Navigation decision point.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

442 ft 7 ft

Total Climb

254 ft

Total Descent

463 ft

Highest Point

442 ft

~65.9 mi in

Elevation Range

436 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Navasota, TX and Corpus Christi, TX, road signs point toward Round Top and La Grange.

Round Top

39.8 mi in | ~50m | via TX 237

La Grange

39.8 mi in | ~50m | via TX 237

About the Cities

Starting in Navasota, TX

Full guide →

Founded 1822

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 4h 42m. Total distance: 230.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 40.1 miles on United States Highway 77. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza 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.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Corpus Christi, 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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Navasota, TX to Corpus Christi, TX

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Pilot Travel Center

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

Navasota, TX

Corpus Christi, TX

Same local time

4 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 42m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Elevation Profile

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Navasota, TX

Arriving in Corpus Christi, TX

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

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

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