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Nashville to Merritt Island · 2 days
A classic Southeastern road trip from the Music City through the heart of Georgia, concluding on Florida's Space Coast. This route balances efficient interstate travel with iconic Southern landmarks and coastal scenery.
2days
6stops
1337km
Day 1: Broadway → Lookout Mountain → Forsyth Park
8h 46min · 833km3 stops
Broadway
09:00 – 11:00
2h 18min · 219km
Lookout Mountain
12:00 – 14:00
6h 28min · 614km
Forsyth Park
15:00 – 17:00
Day 2: St. Augustine Lighthouse → Kennedy Space Center Visitor… → Merritt Island National Wildl…
5h 18min · 504km3 stops
St. Augustine Lighthouse
09:00 – 11:00
2h 3min · 195km
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
12:00 – 14:00
11min · 17km
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
15:00 – 17:00
Heads Up
- 1. Expect heavy traffic around Atlanta; consider using the I-285 bypass if traveling during rush hour.
- 2. Check the Kennedy Space Center launch schedule in advance for potential road closures or special events.
- 3. Sunscreen and insect repellent are essential for the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge trails.
- 4. Day 1: 8h 46m driving — plan rest stops
- 5. Day 2: 5h 18m driving — plan rest stops