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Road Trip vs Flying
For 1-2 people on a trip under 500 miles, driving is almost always cheaper. The break-even point shifts around 500-700 miles for solo travelers, where a budget flight costs about the same as gas. For families of 3-4, driving is cheaper up to 1,000+ miles because you split gas cost but flights multiply per person. The hidden cost of driving: time. A 500-mile drive takes 7-8 hours vs 1.5 hours flying. Value your time accordingly.