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What are the rest stops on I-40?

Given how many flights have been canceled recently, I’m thinking it might be smarter to drive a few states to visit my family instead. What are the rest stops on I-40?

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Bonnie Stinson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
That could be a really fun road trip! This highway stretches across the entire country but there are less than 40 rest stops on I-40 in each direction.
I-40 covers a whopping 2,555 miles, all the way from
North Carolina
to
California
. In fact, this highway passes through
Arizona
,
New Mexico
,
Texas
,
Arkansas
,
Oklahoma
, and
Tennessee
, too.
These rest stops are fairly spread out, especially in states like Arkansas. You might need to pull over at a fast-food restaurant if it’s an emergency!
Here are the number of rest stops on I-40:
  • Tennessee: six eastbound, seven westbound
  • North Carolina: six eastbound, five westbound
  • Arkansas: four eastbound, four westbound
  • Oklahoma: four eastbound, four westbound
  • Texas: two eastbound, two westbound
  • New Mexico: five eastbound, five westbound
  • Arizona: four eastbound, four westbound
  • California: two eastbound, two westbound
Be aware that events and local disruptions may affect the closures of these rest areas. Make sure to check the Department of Transportation website for official notices.
Before you leave on a big road trip, make sure you set aside time to update your
car insurance
coverage. You can use the
Jerry
app to tweak your coverage, add extra protections like roadside assistance, and make sure you’re still getting the lowest possible rate to cover your vehicle.
Good luck with your trip!
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