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What is the best route from New York to California?

Some friends and I are hoping to do a legitimate cross-country road trip this summer, so we will be driving from New York to California. What is the best route for us to take?

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Sean Boehme · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
A
road trip
across the country is a pretty serious drive, but if you make the most out of your stops it will be well worth it. Here is a look at the best route from New York to California.
Getting to
California
from
New York
will probably take around 45 hours, and that’s before you take stops into account. Be sure to drive in shifts so that nobody falls into highway hypnosis during the trip.
There are a few ways to get from New York to California, all of which have their benefits. Many drivers like to head north from New York so that they can see
Chicago
, but that’s not your only option. I’d recommend following a route that lets you see the following cities:
This route will see you end up in southern California, so those interested in visiting the Bay Area should consider a different path. If you’re willing to go off course a little way,
Moab
, Utah is a short detour and is close to two of the most beautiful national parks in the country.
If you’re planning on embarking on a long trip, you need to make sure your car insurance coverage is good to go.
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