Best & Worst States for Summer Road Trips (2026)
WalletHub said Texas ranks sixth for summer road trips, helped by low gas prices, strong bridge maintenance and abundant attractions.
- Texas ranks as the 6th-best state for a summer road trip, according to a new WalletHub study comparing all 50 U.S. states across 32 key metrics.
- Nearly 72% of American adults are planning a road trip this year, though travelers face rising costs as national average gas prices remain above $4.00 per gallon.
- Texas displays notable strengths, including the most well-maintained bridges in the country and the second-most access to roads designated by the Department of Transportation as scenic byways.
- Inflation continues to impact the cost of gas, food, and accommodations, making it vital to choose affordable destinations, said WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo.
- Ranking first nationally, Minnesota demonstrates its status as the top summer road trip destination by posting the second-lowest number of traffic fatalities per 100 million vehicle miles traveled.
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Best & Worst States for Summer Road Trips (2026)
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Louisiana Ranks Third in WalletHub’s Best States for Summer Road Trips
Louisiana ranks third among the nation’s best states for summer road trips, according to a new study by WalletHub. The report comes as nearly 72% of U.S. adults plan to take a road trip this summer. WalletHub compared all 50 states across 32 metrics related to affordability, safety and travel experiences, including attractions, road quality...
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