Ozona, TX to Corpus Christi, TX is 348.8 miles and takes about 5h 51m via I 10, with a fuel budget near $53 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive will take you across the vast expanse of the Great Plains in Texas, offering a straightforward journey. With a 99% highway share, expect a consistent driving experience for most of the trip. It's a solid option if you're looking for an efficient way to cover ground between these two Texas locations without much fuss. This route is best suited for a single-day push, allowing you to arrive at your destination with time to spare.
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
174.4 miles from Ozona, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 48m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
201.5 mi
3h 16m
Lucian Adams Freeway
140.3 mi
2h 23m
McDermott Freeway
1.7 mi
2m
William J Bordelon Freeway
1.4 mi
1m
North Pecos-La Trinidad
0.7 mi
1m
Dolorosa Street
0.5 mi
1m
East Market Street
0.4 mi
<1m
West Market Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 201.5 mi, about 3h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ozona, TX and Corpus Christi, TX.
1
Start on Avenue D
10 ft·5 sec·Avenue D
2
Turn left onto Loop 466
264 ft·12 sec·11th Street
3
Turn left onto TX 163
0.3 mi·41 sec·Avenue E
4
Turn left onto 15th Street
0.3 mi·29 sec·15th Street
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·17 sec
Toward I 10 East: San Antonio
6
Merge onto I 10
184 mi·2 hr 56 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
17 mi·19 min·I 10; US 87
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
1.7 mi·2 min·McDermott Freeway
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 569CToward Santa Rosa Street, DowntownUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
0.2 mi·16 sec·North Pecos-La Trinidad
11
Keep slight right at fork onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
0.6 mi·1 min·North Pecos-La Trinidad
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Dolorosa Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Continue on West Market Street
0.4 mi·42 sec·West Market Street
14
Continue on East Market Street
0.4 mi·40 sec·East Market Street
15
Turn right onto Tower of the Americas Way
0.2 mi·21 sec·Tower of the Americas Way
Use the right lane.
16
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 37 South, US 281 South
17
Merge onto I 37; US 281
1.4 mi·1 min·William J Bordelon Freeway
18
Continue on I 37; US 281
140 mi·2 hr 23 min·Lucian Adams Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
387 ft·10 sec·Interstate Highway 37
20
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
444 ft·15 sec·Interstate Highway 37
21
Continue on I 37
483 ft·9 sec·I 37
22
Arrive at destination
I 37
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 51m estimated drive time, starting your trip from Ozona, TX in the early morning is your best bet to maximize daylight. You'll want to keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch of 201.5 miles on I 10, as services might be spaced out. While this drive is manageable in a single day, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel vehicles and yourselves. The most significant fuel cost is estimated around $53, so factor that into your budget. Consider a brief stop around the halfway point to break up the drive.
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 174.4 miles from Ozona, TX, or about 2h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 201.5 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 77 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 174.4 miles or 2h 48m 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 49m
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 Ozona, 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 Ozona, TX
This is one driving day of about 348.8 miles and 5h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from Ozona, 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 10 for about 201.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 205.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Loop 466 / 11th Street
Turn left onto Loop 466 / 11th Street
Navigation decision point
6
184.8 mi into trip|~2h 58m in|I 10; US 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 10; US 87
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
203.9 mi into trip|~3h 19m in
Take the exit toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
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 569C
Toward Santa Rosa Street, Downtown
6
204.6 mi into trip|~3h 21m in|North Pecos-La Trinidad
Keep slight right at fork onto North Pecos-La Trinidad
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
205.1 mi into trip|~3h 22m in|Dolorosa Street
Turn left onto Dolorosa Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$52.70 one way
$105.41 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg122 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.20
$57.69
$115.38
premium
$4.54
$62.28
$124.55
diesel
$5.61
$77.01
$154.02
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 122 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
104.6
1
$36.62
$16.74
Efficient EV
87.2
0
$30.52
$13.95
EV Truck/SUV
139.5
1
$48.83
$22.32
Gas CO2
122 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Ozona, TX
Morning
in Ozona on Sunday
Local time
6:39 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Corpus Christi, TX
Morning
in Corpus Christi on Sunday
Local time
6:39 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
14 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 51m 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.
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
~5 min detour
Free
near mile 216.5
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park tells the story of our 36th president beginning with his ancestors until his final resting place on his beloved LBJ Ranch. This entire "circle of life" gives...
26 mi from route
~66 min detour
Free
near mile 156.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 99% of it on major roads like I 10, Lucian Adams Freeway, and McDermott Freeway. You'll experience long, uninterrupted stretches, including a significant 201.5-mile segment on I 10. This means you can settle into a rhythm and cover considerable distance efficiently. While the landscape of the Great Plains is consistent, the focus here is on direct travel rather than varied terrain. Expect a predictable, high-speed experience for the majority of your journey.
99% 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: 201.5 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Lucian Adams Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Loop 466 / 11th Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 348.8 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: near the start (Loop 466 / 11th Street): Navigation decision point; at 184.8 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 203.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
On the drive from Ozona, TX to Corpus Christi, TX, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Ozona, "The Biggest Little Town in the World," is an unincorporated town in Texas, about an hour south-west of San Angelo. It is the county seat (in fact, sole town) of Crockett County.
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".
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 51m. Total distance: 348.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 201.5 miles on I 10. 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 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Loop 466 / 11th Street): Navigation decision point; at 184.8 miles (I 10; US 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 203.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.9 hours each way, a round trip means 11.7 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.
