How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Pecos, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Pecos, TX is about 507.3 miles (816.5 km), with a travel time of about 08h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 443.5 miles (713.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 16h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 08h 28m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Corpus Christi and Pecos.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Pecos.
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Start on the route
16.7 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight left
1.3 mi · 1 min
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Continue straight
123.4 mi · 2 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Cesar Estrada Chavez Boulevard, Alamodome
1054 ft · 28 sec
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Turn left onto East César E. Chávez Boulevard
1.4 mi · 3 min · East César E. Chávez Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight toward I 10 West, I 35 North
1303 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Pan Am Expressway
28 m · 1 sec · South Pan Am Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West, US 87 North: El Paso
1.4 km · 1 min · McDermott Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on McDermott Freeway
14.6 mi · 17 min · McDermott Freeway
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Keep slight right
297.5 mi · 4 hr 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 285: Pecos, Sanderson
1250 ft · 31 sec
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Continue on Interstate 10 West
886 ft · 24 sec · Interstate 10 West
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Take the ramp slight right
68 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left onto North US Highway 285
50.7 mi · 58 min · North US Highway 285
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Turn left onto East 6th Street
20 m · 3 sec · East 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Pecos.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
McDermott Freeway
Keep slight right
297 mi · 04h 43m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Mostly Sunny leaving Corpus Christi and Mostly Sunny near Pecos.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Pecos?
The road trip is about 507.3 miles (816.5 km) and usually takes 08h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Junction is a useful midpoint, sitting about 253.7 miles from Corpus Christi and 253.6 miles from Pecos.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 443.5 miles (713.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 63.8 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 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $67.64 one way or $135.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 159.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Corpus Christi and Mostly Sunny near Pecos.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Pecos. Straight-line distance: 443.45 mi (713.66 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 Pecos
City in Texas
| Population | 10,488 |
| Coordinates | 31.4229100, -103.4932300 |
| Altitude | 787 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pecos (-103.49323, 31.42291)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 817 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 16h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 12h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 10h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 08h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 07h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 06h 19m |
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 | $67.64 | $135.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $76.11 | $152.22 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $82.18 | $164.36 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $71.47 | $142.95 |
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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