If you enjoy traveling, there’s no doubt you’ve heard of Route 66. You might have even taken a journey along the Mother Road and stopped at the Blue Whale or Cadillac Ranch for a selfie.
Before Route 66 ever came into being, there was the Lincoln Highway. Looking at the map, you’ll notice it was truly a transcontinental route, whereas Route 66 only connected Chicago to Santa Monica.
Named in honor of President Lincoln, the Lincoln Highway became known as “The Main Street Across America” and brought great wealth to cities along the route.
Are the Lincoln Highway and Route 66 the Same Road?
The Lincoln Highway and Route 66 don’t follow the same path on the Lincoln Highway map. The Lincoln Highway predates Route 66 and extends from coast to coast.