On average how long does it take you to drive 500 miles

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  1. Linte_Loco

    Linte_Loco Road Train Member

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    As long as it takes to do it right
     
    Linte_Loco, Mar 20, 2020
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    I’m already at 470-480 by my 8th driving hour if we’re not counting breaks and fuel. And that’s in a 65mph truck. I do start my day around midnight tho less traffic.
     
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    Across Wyoming, Nevada, Utah and Texas it can be done in 6.5 hours. No 30 min break or traffic, avg around 77mph. 20k lb load.
     
    sherlock510, Mar 20, 2020
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    9 hours.
     
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    The run I have today about it would take a bit over 3 weeks..lol
    4 trips and around 23 miles total.
     
    Dennixx, Mar 21, 2020
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    I’m a new driver, about a month out of training. Managed to do 660 today in 10.5. My truck is governed at 65.
     
    Dontevenlikedriving, Nov 6, 2021
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    Not shorter.....just QUICKER! LOL:cool:
     
    Dockbumper, Nov 7, 2021
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    ^^^that is the correct answer^^^

    So Cal Freeways.....2 days!
     
    Dockbumper, Nov 7, 2021
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    30-45 minutes.
     
    MiFamilyGuy, Nov 7, 2021
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  10. Rideandrepair

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    With or without a nap?
     
    Rideandrepair, Nov 7, 2021
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