Colorado to new york
A cross-country road trip from Colorado to New York! Here's a rough estimate of the distance, driving time, and some popular stops along the way:
Distance: approximately 1,770 miles (2,850 km) Driving time: around 24-30 hours, depending on traffic and the number of stops you make Route: I-80 E (mostly) with some sections on I-76 E, I-76 W, and I-90 E
Here's a suggested itinerary with some popular stops:
Day 1: Colorado to Omaha, Nebraska (approx. 760 miles, 12 hours)
- Start in Denver, CO, and head east on I-80
- Stop for lunch and sightseeing in Cheyenne, WY (approx. 2 hours from Denver)
- Continue east and stop for the night in Omaha, NE
Day 2: Omaha, Nebraska to Chicago, Illinois (approx. 460 miles, 7 hours)
- Depart Omaha and head east on I-80
- Stop for lunch and sightseeing in Des Moines, IA (approx. 2.5 hours from Omaha)
- Continue east and stop for the night in Chicago, IL
Day 3: Chicago, Illinois to Erie, Pennsylvania (approx. 470 miles, 7.5 hours)
- Depart Chicago and head east on I-90
- Stop for lunch and sightseeing in Cleveland, OH (approx. 4.5 hours from Chicago)
- Continue east and stop for the night in Erie, PA
Day 4: Erie, Pennsylvania to New York City, New York (approx. 340 miles, 5.5 hours)
- Depart Erie and head east on I-90
- Stop for lunch and sightseeing in Buffalo, NY (approx. 1.5 hours from Erie)
- Continue east and arrive in New York City, NY
Some popular attractions along the way:
- Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum (Cheyenne, WY)
- Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium (Omaha, NE)
- Field Museum of Natural History (Chicago, IL)
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (Cleveland, OH)
- Niagara Falls (NY)
Keep in mind that this is just one possible route and itinerary. You may want to adjust it based on your interests, time constraints, and personal preferences. Additionally, be sure to check for any road closures or construction along the route before you leave.