3-Day Road Trip Itinerary from Freeport, Maine to Crested Butte, Colorado via Best Western Hotels

Day 1: Long Drive & Rest

Freeport, Maine to Ely, Minnesota Area on June 6, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Harraseeket Lunch and Lobster Company

Start your day with a hearty breakfast featuring fresh lobster rolls and classic American fare, located in Freeport, open from 7am to 2pm.
USD20, 1h

8:00am

Begin Drive West on I-90

Set off early to cover maximum distance on your way to Crested Butte, enjoying scenic views as you head west through New York and Pennsylvania.
Free, 11h30m

12:00pm

Lunch Stop at McDonald's - Erie, PA

Quick, convenient stop for a fast lunch including burgers and fries to recharge during your drive, open year-round from 10am to 10pm.
USD10, 30m

8:30pm

Check-in at Best Western Ely Lodge

Relax and rest at this comfortable Best Western hotel after your 700-mile drive. Amenities include free breakfast and Wi-Fi, open 24 hours for check-in.
USD120, Overnight

7:30pm

Dinner at The Winton Bistro

Enjoy a cozy dinner featuring American cuisine with regional specialties, located within Ely, MN, open from 5pm to 9pm.
USD25, 1h
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Day 2: Drive & Dinner

Ely, Minnesota Area to Lincoln, Nebraska on June 7, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Best Western Ely Lodge

Enjoy the complimentary breakfast buffet featuring hot and cold options, available from 6:30am to 9:30am.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Begin Driving West on I-90 and I-80

Continue your journey westward covering around 600 miles through Iowa into Nebraska, enjoying the vast rural landscapes.
Free, 10h

12:00pm

Lunch Stop at Culver's - Sioux City, IA

Quick casual restaurant known for fresh burgers and frozen custard, open daily from 10:30am to 10pm.
USD15, 45m

6:00pm

Check-in at Best Western Plus Lincoln Downtown

Relax at this well-reviewed Best Western hotel offering comfortable amenities and central location in Lincoln, check-in available after 3pm.
USD110, Overnight

7:00pm

Dinner at Honest Abe’s Burgers & Freedom

Savor classic American burgers and sides with local craft beers, located near the hotel, open till 10pm.
USD20, 1h
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Day 3: Final Leg & Arrival

Lincoln, Nebraska to Crested Butte, Colorado on June 8, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Best Western Plus Lincoln Downtown

Start your day with the free hot breakfast buffet offered from 6:30am to 9:30am.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Depart West via I-80 and US-285

Drive the remaining 600 miles through Nebraska, Wyoming, and into Colorado with scenic mountain views approaching Crested Butte.
Free, 10h

12:00pm

Lunch Stop at Village Inn - Laramie, WY

Family-friendly diner offering comfort food and pies, open 7am to 9pm.
USD15, 45m

6:00pm

Arrive at Crested Butte, Colorado

Welcome to Crested Butte, a charming mountain town known for outdoor recreation and beautiful alpine scenery.
Free, N/A

7:00pm

Dinner at Marchitelli's

Enjoy a warm atmosphere with fine Italian cuisine perfect to celebrate the end of your road trip; open from 5pm to 9pm.
USD35, 1.5h
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