Interstate Highways

Explore the U.S. Interstate Highway System through real-world drive videos, covering major routes like I-40, I-70, and I-95. Watch scenic, urban, and rural interstate journeys across America on RealRoads.tv

The United States Interstate Highway System is the backbone of the nation’s road transportation network, connecting cities, states, and regions across more than 46,000 miles of road. Built for speed, efficiency, and mobility, the Interstate system revolutionized travel and commerce following its inception in 1956 under the Federal Aid Highway Act. These highways are designed for long-distance travel, offering controlled-access roads with high-speed limits and minimal interruptions—ideal for both roadtrippers and freight haulers alike.

At RealRoads.tv, our focus is on capturing the real-world driving experience along these major routes. From scenic segments through the Appalachians to urban sprawl near major cities, we document what it’s like to drive the length of interstates like I-10, I-70, or I-95. Whether it’s a full-length drive or a short but significant connector, our videos showcase the personality of each highway as it winds through America’s landscapes.

Our collection spans dozens of Interstate corridors with footage across a majority of the 48 contiguous states. You’ll find both mainline interstates (one- and two-digit numbers) and auxiliary routes (three-digit spur and loop routes), each categorized and tagged by location, route, and terrain. These are not textbook tours—they’re windshield-level views into the actual experience of America’s highways.

Drive the Interstates

Interstate 55: Blytheville, Arkansas to Sikeston, Missouri

Interstate 55: Blytheville, Arkansas to Sikeston, Missouri

Take a peaceful drive along Interstate 55 from Blytheville to Sikeston, crossing the Arkansas Delta into Missouri’s Bootheel. Follow key junctions like Hayti, Portageville, and Sikeston while exploring the flat, agricultural landscapes of the Mid-South.

Interstate 40: Little Rock to Fort Smith – Arkansas

Interstate 40: Little Rock to Fort Smith – Arkansas

Take a scenic 153-mile drive along Interstate 40 from Little Rock to Fort Smith, Arkansas. Explore river crossings, mountain views, and vibrant towns like Conway, Russellville, and Ozark on this diverse stretch of highway.

Interstate 40: Knoxville to Lebanon – Tennessee

Interstate 40: Knoxville to Lebanon – Tennessee

Travel across Tennessee on Interstate 40 from Kodak to Lebanon, passing the Great Smoky foothills, Knoxville, the Cumberland Plateau, and Middle Tennessee’s farmlands. Experience a classic 155-mile cross-state drive.

Interstate 69: Princeton to Nortonville – Kentucky

Interstate 69: Princeton to Nortonville – Kentucky

Cruise through western Kentucky on Interstate 69 from Princeton to Nortonville, a 29-mile stretch of highway blending scenic countryside with upgraded parkway infrastructure. Explore key junctions, quiet beauty, and a modern take on rural connectivity.

Interstate 169: Hopkinsville to Nortonville – Kentucky

Interstate 169: Hopkinsville to Nortonville – Kentucky

Drive all 34.2 miles of Kentucky’s Interstate 169 from Hopkinsville to Nortonville, capturing the transition from the historic Pennyrile Parkway to a modern Interstate route. Experience farmland, forests, and legacy signage in this unique pre-Interstate snapshot.

Interstate 55: Jackson to Memphis – Mississippi

Interstate 55: Jackson to Memphis – Mississippi

Take a 204-mile drive up Interstate 55 from Jackson to Memphis through Mississippi’s heartland. From the capital city to the edge of Tennessee, this route blends Southern charm, forested stretches, and suburban sprawl into one smooth highway journey.

Interstate 22: Birmingham to Tupelo – Alabama/Mississippi

Interstate 22: Birmingham to Tupelo – Alabama/Mississippi

Cruise west on Interstate 22 from Birmingham, Alabama to Tupelo, Mississippi for 128 miles of rolling hills, forested landscapes, and Southern charm. This modern corridor links the Appalachian foothills with Mississippi’s musical heartland, offering a smooth ride and …

Cruise east on Interstate 40 from Tijeras to Edgewood, New Mexico, for 12 miles of high-desert scenery, roadside history, and mountain views just outside of Albuquerque. Explore Zuzax, Sedillo Hill, and the growing town of Edgewood along the way.

Interstate 40: Tijeras to Edgewood – New Mexico

Cruise east on Interstate 40 from Tijeras to Edgewood, New Mexico, for 12 miles of high-desert scenery, roadside history, and mountain views just outside of Albuquerque. Explore Zuzax, Sedillo Hill, and the growing town of Edgewood along the way.

Drive 38 miles west along I-20 from Riverside to downtown Birmingham, Alabama. This route offers a mix of rural scenery, growing suburbs like Leeds and Moody, and a fast track into the heart of Birmingham’s cultural and industrial core.

Interstate 20: Riverside to Birmingham – Alabama

Drive 38 miles west along I-20 from Riverside to downtown Birmingham, Alabama. This route offers a mix of rural scenery, growing suburbs like Leeds and Moody, and a fast track into the heart of Birmingham’s cultural and industrial core.