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What’s the best driving route from NY to California?
My boyfriend and I are going on a cross-country road trip for two months this summer, and we want to make the most out of our time. We’re starting in NY and finishing in California before we fly home. What’s the best way to get there?
Andrea Barrett · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
You’re in for an awesome trip! The best route from New York to California is via I-40 W which will take you roughly 44 hours without traffic to cover 2,918 miles. This route is also the historic U.S. Route 66—a staple on any road tripper’s bucket list.
You’ll pass through ten states on this route before you reach your final destination:
Along the way, make sure you don’t miss these landmarks:
- Gemini Giant in Wilmington, Illinois
- Route History in Springfield, Illinois
- Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri
- Meramec Caverns in Sullivan, Missouri
- Blue Whale in Catoosa, Oklahoma
- Pops in Arcadia, Oklahoma
- Leaning Tower of Texas in Groom, Texas
- Cadillac Ranch in Amarillo, Texas
- Blue Hole in Santa Rosa, New Mexico
- Meteor Crater in Winslow, Arizona
- Calico Ghost Town in California
- Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica, California
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