Epic Trip to All 50
Embarking on an EPIC journey to all fifty states is for those who aim to experience it all—within a single adventure! This trip could span less than 50 days or stretch across several years. Unlike the Fastest Trip to All 50, an EPIC route takes longer, as it often includes iconic landmarks and explores states beyond just crossing their borders. For some, it even means selling their home, investing in an RV, and embracing the open road!
Some common goals are:
-
50 states in 50 days
-
50 states in one summer
-
50 states in 100 days
-
50 states in 50 weeks/one year
-
Spend one night in each state
-
Spend a week in each state
-
Visit all 50 state capitols
USA TODAY Team
1987
Start –
Finish –
Total Time – 60 days
Plain Talk Across the US by Allen Neuharth
Chadwick and Amanda Jones
Summer 2024
Start –
Finish –
Total Time – 37 days
Chris McKay
Solo trip
October/November 2019
Start –
Finish –
Duration - 50 days
Randal Olson (theoretical)
Start/Finish – round trip, start anywhere on the route
Duration - 9 1/2 days straight driving, likely a 2-3 month trip
Family Trip - Gary and Marie Flanagan and kids
2001
Start – Rhode Island
Finish – Rhode Island
Duration - 43 days
Gary (aka Thor) Flanagan website