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What’s the best route from California to Texas?

My partner and I are thinking about a road trip from California to Texas. We’d love to check out some of the sights along the way—what’s the best route to get between the two states?

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Andrea Barrett · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
There are two main routes between California and Texas—the high route along I-40 and the low route along I-10—but the best one is along I-40 E and takes you through the lower part of
New Mexico
and
Arizona
.
Here are some of the best things to check out along the drive:
  • ​​NASA Johnson Space Center
  • ​​Newman’s Castle
  • ​​Carlsbad Caverns National Park
  • ​​Mad Jack’s Mountaintop Barbecue
  • ​​White Sands National Park
  • ​​Saguaro National Park
The drive between California and Texas takes a little over 21 hours, so you’ll want to make a few pit stops to catch some rest and stretch your legs.
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