Big Spring to The Colony: Road Trip Guide & Distance

273.3 miles 439.8 km · straight line
341.6 miles estimated 549.8 km · driving distance
6h 52min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
77° ENE bearing direction

How far is Big Spring from The Colony?

The distance from Big Spring to The Colony is 273.3 miles (439.8 km) as the crow flies. The Colony is located ENE of Big Spring. By car, the driving distance is approximately 341.6 miles, taking about 6h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Big Spring and The Colony. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Big Spring to The Colony

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 52min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 14min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 31min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Big Spring & The Colony

Quick Facts

Big Spring
32.25°N, 101.48°W
America/Chicago
744m elevation
The Colony
33.09°N, 96.89°W
America/Chicago
180m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients