Route Planner: Best Stops on the FL→ID Drive via I‑10, I‑40 & I‑84
Overview Most Florida origins to Boise clock 2,700–2,900 miles. The classic spine— I‑10 → I‑40 → I‑84 —balances services, scenery, and winter plow priority. Break the drive into repeatable 6–8‑hour segments with flexible “stretch” options. Choose Your Pace 4‑Day Push (for two drivers): ~9–11 hours/day; minimal sightseeing. 5‑Day Balanced: ~7–9 hours/day; one scenic stop daily. 6‑Day Easy Mode: ~6–7 hours/day; best with kids/pets or winter. Sample Itinerary (5‑Day Balanced) Day 1: Florida Panhandle → Baton Rouge, LA (~430–520 mi) Start with early‑morning load. Coffee at a local roaster; lunch near Mobile Bay. Pet‑friendly hotel near LSU lakes; evening walk to reset. Day 2: Baton Rouge → Dallas/Fort Worth, TX (~450 mi) Aim for Buc‑ee’s en route for clean restrooms and brisket sandwiches. Book a hotel with trailer parking. If you have expedited shipping handling fragile items, you can choose smaller rooms without elevator stress. Day 3: DFW → Amarillo, TX (~365 mi) Shorter leg to catc...