Prospect to Austin

• Traffic

  Check traffic reports for the I-35 corridor before arriving.
• Parking

  Use downtown parking garages for easy access.
• Route Choice

  I-65 and I-35 are the most direct routes; avoid local roads.
• Dining

  Try Texas barbecue at a local restaurant.
• Weather

  Be prepared for sudden weather changes.

• Speeding

  State troopers patrol the interstate heavily.
• Construction

  Watch for lane shifts in construction zones.
• Visibility

  Use headlights during heavy rain or fog.
• Emergency

  Keep a roadside kit in your vehicle.

• Is there a train?
  No, there is no passenger rail service between these cities.
• How long is the drive?
  It takes about 16 hours.
• Is it a toll road?
  Yes, parts of the route near Austin are toll roads.
• What is the best route?
  I-65 and I-35 are the standard routes.
• Are there buses?
  Greyhound provides service, but driving is much faster.

• From Prospect, Kentucky, United States
• To Austin, Texas, United States
• Modes

Mid-day to avoid heavy commuter traffic in major cities along the route.