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Road Trip from Detroit to Tucson: Efficient Route with Timely Rest Stops

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Day 1: Drive & Rest

Detroit, MI to St. Louis, MO on August 2, 2025

7:00AM

Departure from Detroit

Start your journey early from Detroit to maximize daylight and get ahead on your long drive to Tucson.
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9:30AM

Rest Stop - Toledo, OH

Take a 20-minute break at Toledo for stretching and grabbing light snacks. Visit a nearby café like 'Sweet Retreat' for coffee and fresh pastries.
USD10, 0h20m

12:00PM

Lunch in Bloomington, IL

Stop for lunch at 'Nick's Burger Joint' known for hearty, quick meals and good local atmosphere to recharge.
USD15, 1h0m

2:00PM

Rest Stop - Springfield, IL

Stretch your legs at a park or rest area around Springfield. Since it's around 2 PM, enjoy some light refreshments at 'Café Moxo'.
USD10, 0h30m

5:30PM

Dinner in St. Louis, MO

Have an early dinner at 'Pappy’s Smokehouse', famous for its BBQ; open until 9 PM which is perfect for your arrival time.
USD25, 1h0m

7:30PM

Overnight Stay

Check in at a comfortable hotel in St. Louis for rest after about 10 hours of total drive time. Rest well to continue tomorrow.
USD100, Overnight
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Day 2: Long Drive with Rest

St. Louis, MO to Amarillo, TX on August 3, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast in St. Louis

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at 'Rooster', well known for its fresh farm-to-table dishes, opening from 7 AM.
USD20, 1h0m

8:00AM

Depart St. Louis

Continue your trip southwest towards Amarillo with several rest stops planned along the way.
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10:30AM

Rest Stop - Springfield, MO

Stop at a rest area or local park near Springfield for a 20-minute break to refresh and hydrate.
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1:00PM

Lunch in Tulsa, OK

Grab lunch at 'Andolini's Pizzeria', a local favorite for delicious New York style pizza, open until 3 PM.
USD18, 1h0m

4:00PM

Rest Stop - Oklahoma City, OK

Have a short break at a rest stop to stretch and maybe grab a quick snack at OKC.
USD10, 0h30m

7:30PM

Dinner in Amarillo, TX

Enjoy dinner at 'The Big Texan Steak Ranch', famous for its hearty meals and unique atmosphere, open until 9 PM.
USD30, 1h0m

9:00PM

Overnight Stay in Amarillo

Check into a local hotel for a good night's rest after approximately 10.5 hours on the road. Recharge for next day's journey.
USD90, Overnight
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Day 3: Final Journey

Amarillo, TX to Tucson, AZ on August 4, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast in Amarillo

Start early with a breakfast at 'Yellow City Street Food', known for hearty and quick meals, open from 6:30 AM.
USD15, 1h0m

8:00AM

Depart Amarillo

Head toward Tucson with two rest stops along the route to ensure comfort.
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10:30AM

Rest Stop - Tucumcari, NM

Take a break for coffee and snacks at Tucumcari, a good place to relax for 20 minutes before continuing.
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1:00PM

Lunch in Albuquerque, NM

Enjoy lunch at 'Saggio’s', a popular spot offering Italian and New Mexican cuisine, open until 3 PM.
USD20, 1h0m

3:30PM

Rest Stop - Las Cruces, NM

Short rest for refreshments and to stretch legs before the final leg of your journey.
USD10, 0h20m

6:30PM

Arrive in Tucson, AZ

Complete your road trip arriving in Tucson. Settle into your accommodation or explore if time permits.
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7:00PM

Dinner in Tucson

Try 'El Charro Café', a historic restaurant serving authentic Sonoran cuisine open until 9 PM, to celebrate the end of your journey.
USD25, 1h0m
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Plan Your we're going from Detroit to Tuscon, Start at 7:00AM, rest stops every 2 to 3 hours, stop for the night at 8 to 10 hours of driving. Trip

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