Driving from Corpus Christi to Piedras Negras
Piedras Negras lies 322 km (200 mi) west of Corpus Christi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 4 h 22 min without stops, over roughly 393 km (244 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Corpus Christi | Piedras Negras | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Population | 316,239 | 150,178 |
| Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | 223 m (732 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Matamoros) |
| Postal codes | 78401–78480 | 20956–95226 |
What changes when you arrive in Piedras Negras
Crossing from United States into Mexico: money changes from the Dollar to the Peso (MXN); the dialling code becomes +52; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Where to book car hire from Corpus Christi to Piedras Negras
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Staying in Piedras Negras
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Common questions
How far is Piedras Negras from Corpus Christi?
322 km (200 mi) in a straight line, west of Corpus Christi; by road roughly 393 km (244 mi).
How long does it take to get from Corpus Christi to Piedras Negras by car?
About 4 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Corpus Christi and Piedras Negras?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Piedras Negras?
The Peso (MXN).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.