How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Rancho Alegre, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Rancho Alegre, TX is about 46.7 miles (75.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.9 miles (69 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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City in Nueces County, Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Corpus Christi and Rancho Alegre.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Rancho Alegre.
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Start on the route
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight left toward TX 358: Padre Island
2157 ft · 53 sec
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Continue on North Padre Island Drive
1.6 km · 1 min · North Padre Island Drive
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Take the exit slight right toward TX 44: Robstown, Alice
2142 ft · 52 sec
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Continue straight
11.3 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto South US Highway 77
2347 ft · 47 sec · South US Highway 77
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Turn left
3106 ft · 51 sec
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Turn left onto East Avenue J
26.2 mi · 30 min · East Avenue J
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Continue on East Main Street
159 m · 7 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on East Front Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · East Front Street
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Turn left onto Beam Station Road
1695 ft · 49 sec · Beam Station Road
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Turn right onto Rosario Street
109 m · 21 sec · Rosario Street
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Turn left onto Herrera Street
60 m · 9 sec · Herrera Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Herrera Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Rancho Alegre.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
East Avenue J
Turn left onto East Avenue J
26.2 mi · 00h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Corpus Christi and Mostly Sunny near Rancho Alegre.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Rancho Alegre?
The road trip is about 46.7 miles (75.1 km) and usually takes 00h 55m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Robstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.3 miles from Corpus Christi and 23.4 miles from Rancho Alegre.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.9 miles (69 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:40 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.91 one way or $11.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Corpus Christi and Mostly Sunny near Rancho Alegre.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Rancho Alegre. Straight-line distance: 42.89 mi (69.02 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 Rancho Alegre
Rancho Alegre is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 27.7416900, -98.0947300 |
| Altitude | 66 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rancho Alegre (-98.09473, 27.74169)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 75 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $3.58 | $5.91 | $11.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.09 | $6.76 | $13.51 |
| Premium | $4.47 | $7.38 | $14.76 |
| Diesel | $5.68 | $9.38 | $18.75 |
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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