Best places to stop on drive from DC to NY with a 16 month old

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Anonymous wrote:If the timing works out, Havre de Grace is a lovely small town about 10 minutes off 95 with some pleasant waterfront parks. But yes, you should have a number of options because when/where you'll want to stop depends on traffic, napping schedule, meal times, etc.

If they're already stopping at Havre de Grace, barely 1/2 south of Baltimore, it's gonna be a long trip.

[Anonymous]

This book is your friend:

https://www.amazon.com/Drive-I-95-History-Trivia-Interstate/dp/1894979974

[Anonymous]

PP. I mean north

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I have done this drive with my kids (who are now 7 and 10) so, so many times. Be prepared that traffic alone can make this a 7-8 hour drive even if you never leave the car. We have taken alternate routes when traffic looks especially bad.

Otherwise, I agree with PPs, just drive as long as you can and stop at rest areas. There are places in northern Maryland, Delaware, and NJ.

+1 We've started doing this drive at 7 p.m., so the kids sleep through most of it...It's hard on us as parents, but it's easier than the traffic and the constant stopping.

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NP here ~ what times/days are best if you can choose to leave anytime?

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There is an Ikea in Elizabeth NJ right off 95.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:NP here ~ what times/days are best if you can choose to leave anytime?

I drive to the Jersey Shore every weekend this time of year. We always leave after 7:30 Friday night and it’s usually painless.

[Anonymous]

Take the 295 parallel diversion right after crossing the Delaware Memorial Bridge (you can hook up again with the NJ Turnpike using 195 later - saves tolls and is usually less crowded). Immediately after you hook left onto 295, there’s a rest stop on the right. It does not have staffed food, but it’s quiet, has a good picnic area and it’s great for running around.

[Anonymous]

Yes, take 295!!!! That is like a secret route, less traffic.