How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia, TX?
The driving distance from Corpus Christi, TX to Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia, TX is about 679.2 miles (1093.1 km), with a travel time of about 11h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 595.6 miles (958.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 22h 16m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 11h 08m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Corpus Christi and Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Corpus Christi and Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia.
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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
512 mi · 8 hr 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FM 1110: Clint, San Elizario
1452 ft · 36 sec
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Continue on Gateway Boulevard West
152 m · 21 sec · Gateway Boulevard West
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Turn left onto FM 1110
1.4 km · 1 min · FM 1110
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Continue on Clint-San Elizario Road
1709 ft · 30 sec · Clint-San Elizario Road
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Turn right onto North Loop Drive
1.8 mi · 3 min · North Loop Drive
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Turn left onto Estate Drive
3157 ft · 1 min · Estate Drive
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Continue on Trent Road
625 ft · 21 sec · Trent Road
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Turn left onto Burbridge Road
2175 ft · 1 min · Burbridge Road
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Turn right onto Alameda Avenue
2.9 mi · 4 min · Alameda Avenue
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Turn left onto Bovee Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Bovee Road
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Turn left onto Zebu Road
1552 ft · 44 sec · Zebu Road
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Turn right onto Barzon Street
539 ft · 24 sec · Barzon Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Barzon Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Corpus Christi and Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia.
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
512 mi · 08h 06m
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 then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Corpus Christi and Sunny near Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Corpus Christi to Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia?
The road trip is about 679.2 miles (1093.1 km) and usually takes 11h 08m 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?
Ozona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 339.5 miles from Corpus Christi and 339.8 miles from Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 595.6 miles (958.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 83.6 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 $90.58 one way or $181.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 213 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Corpus Christi and Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Corpus Christi and Sunny near Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Corpus Christi and Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia. Straight-line distance: 595.58 mi (958.5 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 Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia
City in El Paso County, Texas, United States of America
| Population | 28,637 |
| Coordinates | 31.6362200, -106.2905400 |
| Altitude | 1115 |
| Country | United States |
End: Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia (-106.29054, 31.63622)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 1093 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 22h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 16h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 13h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 11h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 09h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 08h 28m |
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 | $90.58 | $181.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $101.92 | $203.84 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $110.05 | $220.09 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $95.71 | $191.42 |
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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