Victoria County Southbound Rest Area
0 mi from route
Trip from Magnolia, TX to Corpus Christi, TX
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 37m
Distance
225.8 mi
363 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 24m
★
6 AM
4h 37m
8 AM
5h 4m
10 AM
4h 47m
12 PM
4h 44m
3 PM
4h 48m
5 PM
5h 3m
8 PM
4h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Magnolia, TX
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Corpus Christi, TX
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to trade the woods of Magnolia for the coastal atmosphere of Corpus Christi, this 225.8-mile journey is a straightforward trek across the Texas landscape. Expect to spend about 4 hours and 37 minutes behind the wheel, making it a manageable day trip for most drivers. You will primarily navigate via North Grand Parkway West, US Highway 59, and US Highway 77 South. With an estimated fuel cost of $34, the route is relatively affordable for a single-day excursion. Since both your start and end points are located within the Great Plains region, the overall geography remains consistent throughout the drive. This itinerary is best suited for those who prefer a direct, highway-focused route without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
112.9 miles from Magnolia, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 24m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 59 | 74.7 mi | 1h 22m |
| US Highway 77 South | 33.2 mi | 37m |
| North Grand Parkway West | 25.1 mi | 29m |
| Farm to Market Road 136 | 17.7 mi | 23m |
| US 59 | 15.8 mi | 18m |
| TX 35 | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| FM 723 | 9.6 mi | 13m |
| FM 2678 | 9.6 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 59
— 74.7 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Magnolia, TX and Corpus Christi, TX.
1
Start on FM 1774
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Farm to Market Road 1774
2
Turn right onto Nichols Sawmill Road
5.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Nichols Sawmill Road
3
Continue on Grand Pines Drive
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Grand Pines Drive
4
Continue on Mueschke Road
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Mueschke Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward TX 99 Toll West
6
Merge onto TX 99 Toll
25 mi
·
29 min
·
North Grand Parkway West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
Toward FM 1093
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto FM 1093
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Farm to Market 1093 Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on FM 1093
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
FM 1093
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
Toward WPT Toll West
Use the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto WPT
0.7 mi
·
47 sec
·
Westpark Tollway
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward FM 723: Spring Green Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto FM 1093
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
FM 1093
14
Turn left onto FM 723
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
FM 723
Use the straight / left lanes.
15
Continue on FM 723
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
FM 723
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on FM 723
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
FM 723
17
Turn right onto US 90 Alt; TX 36; FM 1640
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Avenue H
18
Continue on Avenue H
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Avenue H
19
Continue on Spur 529
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Spur 529
20
At end of road, turn right onto Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
21
Continue on Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Freeway Frontage Road
22
Continue on US 59 Southbound Frontage Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 59 Southbound Frontage Road
23
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
24
Merge onto US 59
9.2 mi
·
10 min
·
US 59
25
Keep slight left at fork onto US 59
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
US 59
26
Take the exit
1.5 mi
·
2 min
27
Continue on US 59
75 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
US Highway 59
28
Keep slight left at fork onto Spur 91
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Spur 91
29
Merge onto US 77
33 mi
·
37 min
·
US Highway 77 South
30
Turn straight onto US 77
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Alamo Street
31
Turn left onto FM 774
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Empresario Street
32
Turn right onto FM 2678
9.6 mi
·
9 min
·
FM 2678
Use the right lane.
33
Continue on FM 136
18 mi
·
23 min
·
Farm to Market Road 136
34
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
35
Merge onto TX 35
12 mi
·
13 min
·
TX 35
36
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
37
Turn slight right
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
38
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
39
Merge onto I 37
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 37
40
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
387 ft
·
10 sec
·
Interstate Highway 37
41
Continue on Interstate Highway 37
444 ft
·
15 sec
·
Interstate Highway 37
42
Continue on I 37
483 ft
·
9 sec
·
I 37
43
Arrive at destination
I 37
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is key to keeping this 4 hour and 37 minute drive stress-free. Since the trip only requires one planned stop, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your schedule based on traffic or personal preference. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during that long 74.7-mile stretch on US Highway 59 to ensure you aren't caught searching for a station in the middle of a remote segment. To maximize your day, try to head out early in the morning to beat the heaviest congestion near the start of your journey. Remember that while the drive is straightforward, staying alert during the highway-heavy portions will help you reach Corpus Christi safely and on time.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 112.9 miles from Magnolia, TX, or about 2h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 50 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112.9 miles or 2h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Corpus Christi, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Magnolia, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Magnolia, TX
This is one driving day of about 225.8 miles and 4h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Magnolia, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US Highway 59 for about 74.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
113 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 112.9 miles from Magnolia, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US Highway 59 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 74.7 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Victoria County Northbound Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Bayfront Park
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+13618267529
Visit websiteHarbor Playhouse
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.6 mi from route
~1 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
+13618825500
Visit websiteWhataburger Field
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
Visit websiteCorpus Christi Museum of Science and History
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+13618264667
Visit websiteThe Art Museum of South Texas
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+13618253500
Visit websiteTexas State Aquarium
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+13618811200
Visit websiteTexas State Museum of Asian Cultures & Education Center
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.6 mi from route
~1 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
Hours: 12–5 pm
+13618818827
Visit websiteWater's Edge Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.8 mi from route
~2 min detour
Corpus Christi, Texas
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+13618263460
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 225 decision points cluster between mile 37 and 184.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
37 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward FM 1093
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward FM 1093
6
37.4 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
FM 1093 / Farm to Market 1093 Road
Turn right onto FM 1093 / Farm to Market 1093 Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
37.9 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the ramp toward WPT Toll West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward WPT Toll West
6
38.9 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward FM 723: Spring Green Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward FM 723: Spring Green Boulevard
6
184.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 46m in
|
FM 2678
Turn right onto FM 2678
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.93 one way
$61.85 round trip
$3.48/gal
25.4 MPG avg
79 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $3.89 | $34.55 | $69.09 |
| premium | $4.23 | $37.56 | $75.12 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $42.64 | $85.27 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.05
Westpark Tollway
(0.7 mi)
$0.05
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.7 | 0 | $23.71 | $10.84 |
| Efficient EV | 56.5 | 0 | $19.76 | $9.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 90.3 | 1 | $31.61 | $14.45 |
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Magnolia, TX
Late night in Magnolia on Monday
Local time
5:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
93°F
Mostly Sunny
S 5 mph
11% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 12:27PM CDT until July 20 at 3:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 9:55AM CDT until July 19 at 11:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Destination
Corpus Christi, TX
Late night in Corpus Christi on Monday
Local time
5:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
SE 18 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 12:27PM CDT until July 20 at 3:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 18 at 9:55AM CDT until July 19 at 11:00AM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 37m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is defined by its efficiency, with 81% of the journey spent on highways. You will settle into a steady pace quickly, as the route features a longest uninterrupted stretch of 74.7 miles on US Highway 59. The personality of the road is strictly functional, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding backroads. While you will transition between various highway segments, the experience is largely consistent, offering a predictable flow of traffic and road conditions. Expect a high-speed travel experience that keeps you moving toward the coast with minimal technical driving required.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
43 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.7 mi on US Highway 59.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 59 and US Highway 77 South. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 37 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 225.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 37 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.4 miles (FM 1093 / Farm to Market 1093 Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
268 ft
7 ft
Total Climb
76 ft
Total Descent
337 ft
Highest Point
268 ft
Elevation Range
261 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Magnolia, TX and Corpus Christi, TX, road signs point toward Fm 1093 and Wpt Toll West.
Fm 1093
37 mi in
|
~50m
Wpt Toll West
37.9 mi in
|
~51m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
The Coffee Mugg
Cafe
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.5 mi from route
~4 min detour
Corpus Christi, TX
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hester's Cafe Six Points
Cafe
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.9 mi from route
~5 min detour
Corpus Christi, TX
Visit websiteShipley Donuts
Cafe
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
2.6 mi from route
~6 min detour
Sonic
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
~1 min detour
Magnolia, TX
Cuisine: burger
Hours: Mo-Th 06:30-22:00; Fr 06:30-23:00; Sa 07...
Visit websiteBurger King
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
~1 min detour
Magnolia, TX
Cuisine: burger
Hours: 06:00-22:00
Visit websiteSubway
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Magnolia, TX
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-22:00; Sa 08:00-22:00; Su 09...
Visit websiteVietnam Restaurant
Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Corpus Christi, TX
Cuisine: vietnamese
Visit websitePapa John's
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Magnolia, TX
Cuisine: pizza
Hours: Mo-Th 09:30-23:00; Fr-Sa 09:30-24:00; Su...
Visit websiteDomino's
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Magnolia, TX
Cuisine: pizza
Hours: Mo-Th 10:30-24:00; Fr-Sa 10:30-01:00; Su...
Visit websiteLovenskiold Park
Park
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Robert E. Salle Observation Pavilion
Viewpoint
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Fan Pavillion
Attraction
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Fort Bend County Fairgrounds
Attraction
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
2.7 mi from route
~7 min detour
Historic Magnolia Depot
Museum
Near the start, right off the route
0.1 mi from route
Visit website
Tejano Civil Rights Museum
Museum
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Corpus Christi, TX
Visit websiteMuseum Of Hispanic Culture
Museum
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Corpus Christi, TX
Visit websiteThe Corpus Christi Caller-Times
Memorial
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.1 mi from route
Nueces County Courthouse of 1914
Memorial
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.1 mi from route
Selena Memorial Statue
Artwork
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Visit website
Capri Beach Hotel
Hotel
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Corpus Christi, TX
Visit websiteDays Inn
Hotel
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
2.1 mi from route
~5 min detour
Rosenberg, TX
Visit websiteTeepee Motel & RV Park
Motel
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
2.8 mi from route
~7 min detour
Wharton, TX
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
About the Cities
Starting in Magnolia, TX
Full guide →Founded 1968
Magnolia is a city in the North Barrier Coast of Texas.
Arriving in Corpus Christi, TX
Full guide →Corpus Christi (called Corpus by the locals) is Texas's largest coastal city and the gateway to Padre Island. While Corpus Christi isn't on the way to much of anything except itself (and the islands off its coast), it offers enough to fill a visit in its own right, or a multi-day trip from San Antonio, Austin, or Houston. The name is Latin for "Body of Christ".
Top landmarks
- • USS Lexington — 1942 Essex-class aircraft carrier
- • Corpus Christi Cathedral — historic place in Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas
- • Sherman Building — listed on the NRHP in Nuences County, Texas
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 37m. Total distance: 225.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.7 miles on US Highway 59. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.05 in tolls one way, starting with Westpark Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 8 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Corpus Christi, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 8 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 37 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.4 miles (FM 1093 / Farm to Market 1093 Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 37.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Corpus Christi, TX, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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