—Miles
—Hours driving
—Days
—States
The southern line
Fast, but never
forgettable.
I-10 east into the West Texas horizon, I-20 and I-30 through the heart of Texas, then I-40 across Tennessee before turning northeast for home.
Primary corridorWeather + traffic may change the line
The field plan
Day by day.
Times are targets, not promises. Protect sleep, keep stops crisp, and let weather and fatigue overrule the schedule.
Overnight strategy
Hotels.
Every night.
Non-negotiables
Driver's brief
Rules for
the road.
A plan designed around a solo driver: frequent resets, flexible photo windows, real food, and an absolute bias toward arriving safely.
Current status