Best Ways to Efficiently Travel the United States

The United States is one of the largest and most geographically diverse nations in the world. From the big cities like New York and Los Angeles, to the beautiful natural wonders such as the Grand Canyon and Niagara Falls, the country has a lot to offer. Even if you are from the United States, odds are you have not been to every part of the country, being that it is so vast. Travelers, both American and international, have been traversing the nation for hundreds of years and now in the 21st century it is easier to do than ever. There are numerous ways to efficiently travel the USA, and listed below are a few of them:

Car

Outside of traveling to Hawaii and Alaska, you can drive throughout pretty much every part of the USA. If you want to travel within a few hundred miles of your starting destination, and you have access to a car, that is probably the most efficient way to travel. There are a myriad of American road trips that exist that will allow you to see the country from sea to shining sea. Taking a United States road trip is also a great way to efficiently see what you desire most and enjoy time with your travel companions. If you do not have a car, you can rent one or buy a cheap one online and use it just for your road trip.

Train

If you like the idea of seeing everything while traveling, but do not want the hassle of maintaining your own car, then a train is probably the most efficient way to travel the USA. There are many trains that you can take within the United States including local and national trains. Amtrak is a great train service that provides inter-city travel within the contiguous United States. If you want to use the most methodical method of transportation and you have a lot of time to spare, traveling by train is an excellent choice.

Airplane

It seems the most obvious way to travel the United States is by taking flights throughout the country. This mode of transport will save you the most time traveling and will get you where you want to quickly and swiftly. If you want to see a large portion of what the USA has to offer, but you are on a tight schedule, traveling via airplane is going to be your best option. Although air travel may not allow you to see everything, it is a fast and effective way to see the whole of the country in a short period of time.

Combination

If you are trying to do a multitude of trips within the United States and feel that you are having trouble sticking to just one of these modes of transport, then trying a combination of the three may be your best choice. For example, you can take a train to see the middle of the country, and then you can purchase a cheap car so you can have more autonomy. You can then drive your car to the airport and fly to another destination. If you are really trying to be efficient with your traveling, you can use parking services at the airport to speed up your travel. Whichever way you choose to travel, you will have a great time.

Final Thoughts

The United States of America is an extremely expansive country that has a myriad of sights to see. Traveling the country can be difficult if you do not know what to do, but if you follow the above suggestions, you will be able to see the country in all its glory.

Eric Horowitz is a writer and editor who has been writing for numerous publications since 2008.