Road Trip Planners
Plan less. Drive more. Enjoy.
Roadtrippers
FREE / $30/yr ProBest route + stops planner. Quirky stops, gas, food, lodging.
Best overall.
Google Maps + Saved Lists
FREEUse "Saved" lists for trip stops. Share with travel partner.
Best free.
Waze
FREEReal-time traffic + speed traps. Best while driving.
Best while driving.
Furkot
FREE / $5/moMost-detailed multi-day trip planner. Web + app.
Best for long trips.
GasBuddy
FREEFind cheapest gas along route. Save 10-30c/gal.
Best for gas savings.
AllStays Camp & RV
$10Best for RV trips. All campgrounds, dump stations, Walmart parking.
Best for RV.
Senior-friendly trip rules
- 4-6 hours/day max driving. Less is more.
- Pre-book hotels — small towns get full.
- Stop every 2 hours. Stretch. Use bathroom.
- Avoid driving at night when possible.
- Pack medications + cooler with snacks.
- Print backup map — phone signal cuts out.
- Avoid rush hour through cities — plan around 10 AM-2 PM transit.
Pre-trip vehicle check
- Tire pressure (cold).
- Oil level + age (every 5K-7K miles).
- Wiper blades + fluid.
- Battery age (replace at 4-6 years).
- Spare tire + jack.
- Roadside assistance card.
- First aid kit, jumper cables, flashlight, water.
- Phone charger, paper map, $100 cash.
Pre-trip diagnostic
Ask local mechanic for a "trip inspection" — usually $20-50. Catches issues before you're stranded 1,000 miles from home. Best $50 you can spend pre-trip.