How often should you stop on long road trips?

If driving long distances, you should stop for at least 15 minutes every two hours. Stop often to rest for at least 45 minutes every 4.5 hours of driving to avoid getting tired and stay alert. Plan to stop for a break every 100 miles on your long road trip so that you can relax.



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The perfect amount of time to spend on a road trip completely depends on where it is you're travelling to, but anywhere from one week to ten days is usually ideal for most destinations. If you're still unsure how long you should go on your road trip for, read on.

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Taking all this into consideration, a car with two driving passengers can likely cover around 700 miles safely over a maximum of ten hours, as long as you share driving and take the necessary breaks.

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Savvy road trippers break up their drive by stopping every two to three hours (approximately every 200 miles). On a long trip, stops might include a gas station or bathroom break, lunch at a fast-food or local restaurant, or stopping to admire a nearby attraction (like the Grand Canyon or Yosemite!)

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