Hey everyone,

This group has been a fantastic resource for planning our budget-friendly trips to the West Coast—thanks for all the great tips and advice!

We’re now planning a road trip east to Tampa, FL sometime in May or early June to visit my wife’s sister, a retired nurse who’s been inviting us for years.

It looks like we have two main route options:

One via I-20 to I-10

The other taking I-45, which eventually merges into I-10, then briefly shifts to I-12 before reconnecting with I-10.

We’re not planning any major detours—just looking to enjoy the drive and scenery. We’ll be stopping overnight about halfway to break up the trip.

Would love any input on either route, especially from folks who’ve done this drive. Thanks in advance!