Select your start and end points. To accurately research a travel route you need to have established definite start and end points. This information will help decide any travel accommodations or side trips you would like to explore.
Locate online maps or trip planners. Online resources can take the stress out of having to follow the lines on a map. Some of the resources can plot and calculate routes based on shortest distance, avoiding highways and choosing routes that are closest to landmarks of interest.
Plot several routes to reach your destination. It is a good idea to have several options for your trip to plan ahead in case of unforeseen problems. You can be prepared in case of traffic delays, road construction or natural disasters that cause delays or detours.
Choose travel accommodations and plot your route accordingly. A key element in choosing your travel route is finding travel accommodations that are accessible along the way. Another thing to keep in mind is if you choose lodging that is not immediately accessible to the main thoroughfare you are traveling on, you will want to map that location into your route calculation as well.
Make final adjustments to your travel route. Return to your online maps and calculators to input all of the final travel data and get your final calculations for your trip. Print out all of your final routes and trip data so you are prepared for your trip.
