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 68: Maryland to Morgantown, West Virginia

Interstate 68: Maryland to Morgantown, West Virginia

Drive through the Allegheny Mountains on Interstate 68 from the Maryland border to Morgantown, West Virginia. Experience Coopers Rock State Forest, Cheat Lake, and the vibrant city of Morgantown in this scenic 32-mile highway journey.

Interstate 68: Hancock, Maryland to West Virginia

Interstate 68: Hancock, Maryland to West Virginia

Travel the scenic National Freeway (Interstate 68) from Hancock, Maryland to the West Virginia state line. This 80-mile journey passes Sideling Hill, Cumberland, Frostburg, and Keysers Ridge through Maryland’s Appalachian Highlands.

Interstate 495: Merrifield to Bethesda

Interstate 495: Merrifield to Bethesda

Drive 10 miles along Interstate 495 from Merrifield, VA, to Bethesda, MD, crossing Tysons, the Dulles Access Road, and the scenic Potomac River. Explore the vibrant western Capital Beltway.

Interstate 69: Hernando to Banks ~ Mississsippi

Interstate 69: Hernando to Banks ~ Mississsippi

Follow Interstate 69 from Hernando to Banks, Mississippi, on a relaxing 20-mile drive through the northern Delta. This scenic route connects I-55 to U.S. 61 near Robinsonville’s casinos, blending farmland, wetlands, and history.

Interstate 40: Midway to Dandridge (I-81) ~ Tennessee

Interstate 40: Midway to Dandridge (I-81) ~ Tennessee

Drive America’s Highways along 19 miles of Interstate 40 from Midway to the I-81 junction near Dandridge, Tennessee—a rolling, scenic stretch of wooded hills, farmland, and key connections between Knoxville and the Appalachian region.

Interstate 40 – Knoxville to Midway ~ Tennessee

Interstate 40 – Knoxville to Midway ~ Tennessee

Experience 33 miles of Interstate 40 from Knoxville to Midway, Tennessee, traveling through Farragut, downtown Knoxville, major interchanges, and the wooded foothills just east of the city. A smooth, engaging metro-to-rural transition drive.