Mike2220 t1_j9noz13 wrote on February 23, 2023 at 7:20 AM

Reply to comment by Bob_Chris in TIFU by trying to ship sentimental belongings halfway around the world by jaytoatee

While both your statements check out, I do wonder why the drive from Chicago to New York is 6 hours shorter according to google

Bob_Chris t1_j9nxsxd wrote on February 23, 2023 at 9:19 AM

Well I'm guessing it had to do with the quality of roads and the overall infrastructure between the two locations, as well as elevation change.

Talon1968 t1_j9oneif wrote on February 23, 2023 at 2:03 PM

The roads are rough, usually only two lanes, if you are caught behind a semi on a hill, you will be delayed for quite some time. There are not many if any turn offs for slow vehicles in the mountains.