How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Iowa Colony, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Iowa Colony, TX is about 203.2 miles (327 km), with a travel time of about 04h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 167.1 miles (269 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 05m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Corpus Christi and Iowa Colony.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Iowa Colony.
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Start on the route
1177 ft · 22 sec
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Take the exit slight right
1209 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left
1576 ft · 40 sec
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Turn right onto North Brownlee Boulevard
37 m · 2 sec · North Brownlee Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight left
681 ft · 17 sec
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Merge slight left onto New Harbor Bridge
10.1 mi · 11 min · New Harbor Bridge
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Keep slight left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right
1737 ft · 42 sec
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Turn straight onto State Highway 35
2925 ft · 1 min · State Highway 35
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Turn left onto Farm to Market Road 136
17.8 mi · 23 min · Farm to Market Road 136
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Continue straight
9.6 mi · 10 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto South Alamo Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · South Alamo Street
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Turn slight right onto United States Highway 77
33 mi · 37 min · United States Highway 77
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Keep slight left to continue on Spur 91
1.5 mi · 2 min · Spur 91
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Merge slight left onto US Highway 59 South
88.6 mi · 1 hr 38 min · US Highway 59 South
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Take the exit slight right
1551 ft · 38 sec
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Continue on 59 Northbound Frontage Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · 59 Northbound Frontage Road
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Continue straight
2146 ft · 59 sec
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Continue on US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
2 mi · 5 min · US 59 Northbound Frontage Road
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Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 69 North, US 59 North
1304 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Southwest Freeway
13.9 mi · 15 min · Southwest Freeway
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Take the exit slight right
1047 ft · 18 sec
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Turn straight onto Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
1 km · 59 sec · Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
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Turn right onto State Highway 6 South
6.8 mi · 11 min · State Highway 6 South
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Continue straight
1997 ft · 38 sec
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Continue straight
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
3.5 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto North Airline Road
1391 ft · 28 sec · North Airline Road
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Continue on Old Airline Road
109 m · 7 sec · Old Airline Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Airline Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Iowa Colony.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US Highway 59 South
Merge slight left onto US Highway 59 South
88.6 mi · 01h 38m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Corpus Christi and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Iowa Colony.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Iowa Colony?
The road trip is about 203.2 miles (327 km) and usually takes 04h 05m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Inez is a useful midpoint, sitting about 101.7 miles from Corpus Christi and 101.5 miles from Iowa Colony.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 167.1 miles (269 km), while the road route adds roughly 36.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:50 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.10 one way or $54.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Corpus Christi and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Iowa Colony.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Iowa Colony. Straight-line distance: 167.12 mi (268.96 km).
#1 Corpus Christi
The second most populous city in Texas and the center of the Corpus Christi metropolitan area.
| Population | 327,248 |
| Coordinates | 27.8005800, -97.3963800 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Iowa Colony
Village in the United States
| Population | 1,822 |
| Coordinates | 29.4824600, -95.4155000 |
| Altitude | 18 |
| Country | United States |
End: Iowa Colony (-95.4155, 29.48246)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 327 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $27.10 | $54.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $30.49 | $60.97 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $32.92 | $65.83 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $28.63 | $57.26 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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