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What is the best route from California to North Carolina?

My friends and I are planning a cross-country trip from California to North Carolina. We have three weeks allotted and want to check out as much as possible—what’s the best route there?

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Andrea Barrett · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
A cross-country trip is an awesome way to spend time with your friends! The best route from
California
to
North Carolina
is straight along I-40. The route covers 2,640 miles and you’ll pass through eight states:
If you want to spice things up a bit, take a slight detour north on I-77 N through
Virginia
,
Kentucky
, and
Missouri
, before joining back on I-40 in
Oklahoma City
.
Remember that being on the road for hours on end increases your risk of car troubles and accidents, so you might want to update your car insurance policy before you hit the road! Adding
towing and labor coverage
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