Road Trip Planning Calculator

Estimate all aspects of your road trip including fuel costs, driving time, meals, lodging, and attractions.

Route Information

Total Distance Enter the total distance of your trip.

Trip Duration days Enter how many days you plan to travel.

Average Driving Speed Estimate your average driving speed (typically 45-65 mph on highways).

Max Driving Hours Per Day hours Recommended: 8 hours max for safety.

Vehicle Information

Vehicle Fuel Efficiency Enter your vehicle's fuel efficiency.

Fuel Price Enter the current fuel price.

Planned Fuel Stops stops Calculated automatically but you can override if needed.

Accommodation

Average Lodging Cost Per Night $ Enter average cost for hotels/motels per night.

Number of Nights nights How many nights you'll need accommodation.

Food & Meals

Average Cost Per Person Per Day $ Daily food budget per person.

Number of Travelers persons How many people are traveling.

Attractions & Activities

Total Attractions Budget $ Estimated total for attractions, parks, activities, etc.

Miscellaneous Expenses

Miscellaneous Expenses $ Extra budget for souvenirs, emergency funds, etc.

Daily Planning

Typical Driving Start Time When you plan to start driving each day.

Break Frequency hours How often you'll take breaks while driving.

Average Break Duration minutes How long your breaks will be.

Additional Time for Meal Breaks minutes Extra time for each meal break.

Time Zone Changes zones Number of time zones you will cross.

Road Trip Summary

Trip Overview

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Driving Plan

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Road Trip Planning Tips

Plan for regular breaks - at least 15 minutes every 2 hours of driving.
Consider scheduling no more than 8 hours of driving per day for safety.
Factor in extra time for traffic in urban areas and construction zones.
Download offline maps for areas with limited mobile coverage.
Have a vehicle safety check before embarking on a long trip.
Create a flexible itinerary that allows for unexpected stops and detours.
Consider weather patterns for your route and pack accordingly.

Road Trip Planning Calculator