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Things To Do On An Elkhart to Los Angeles Roadtrip

Small towns, route 66 attractions and natural beauty - this route has it all! Drive from Elkhart to LA from only $1 per day in a brand new RV straight from the factory floor. Here's our itinerary so you can start planning your budget roadtrip 🚐

Day 1: Elkhart > Springfield

Drive Time: ~4.5 hrs

Stops:

  • Optional break in Champaign for lunch or groceries

  • In Springfield: Visit the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library or walk the Old State Capitol

Overnight: Springfield RV park or campground

Day 2: Springfield > St Louis > Cuba

Drive Time: ~3.5 hrs

Stops:

  • Morning: Quick walk around Gateway Arch

  • Optional: City Museum or Forest Park

  • Scenic Route 66 detour to Cuba, MO – cool murals and small-town charm

Overnight: RV park near Cuba, MO

Day 3: Cuba > Tulsa

Drive Time: ~5 hrs

Stops:

  • Route 66 stops like Meramec Caverns or Devil’s Elbow

  • Grab a bite at Pops 66 Soda Ranch in Arcadia

  • Walk through downtown Tulsa or relax at Gathering Place

Overnight: Tulsa RV park

Day 4: Tulsa > Amarillo > Santa Rosa

Drive Time: ~6.5 hrs

Stops:

  • Midday break at Cadillac Ranch near Amarillo

  • Optional: Dinner or Route 66 stop in Tucumcari

Overnight: Santa Rosa RV campground (check out Blue Hole if you want a swim!)

Day 5: Santa Rosa > Santa Fe > Petrified Forest > Holbrook

Drive Time: ~6 hrs

Stops:

  • Morning in Santa Fe (coffee, plaza stroll)

  • Scenic drive into Arizona

  • Afternoon visit to Petrified Forest National Park

Overnight: Holbrook (Wigwam Motel or nearby RV park)

Day 6: Holbrook > Sedona > Kingman

Drive Time: ~5.5 hrs

Stops:

  • Morning in Sedona for red rock views (or a short hike)

  • Cruise old Route 66 through Seligman

  • Arrive in Kingman for a relaxed night

Overnight: Kingman RV park

Day 7: Kingman > Joshua Tree National Park

Drive Time: ~4.5 hrs

Stops:

  • Stop at Oatman, AZ (wild burros, Old West vibes)

  • Late afternoon arrival at Joshua Tree for a sunset walk or stargazing

Overnight: Joshua Tree or Yucca Valley RV park

Day 8: Joshua Tree > Los Angeles

Drive Time: ~2.5 hrs

Stops:

  • Optional breakfast or brunch in Palm Springs

  • Arrive in LA

    • Ideas: once you've dropped off your RV head to Santa Monica or Griffith Observatory

After crossing 8 states you've finally arrived in LA!

Elkhart to Los Angeles Fuel Calculator

Elkhart to Los Angeles road trip scenery

Estimated Fuel Cost

$282.70

Based on average gasoline price $3.50 per gallon

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