The Long Way

Stop taking the fastest route. Start enjoying the drive.

Most navigation apps are built to save time.
The Long Way is built for people who actually enjoy driving.

Whether you’re heading out for a weekend drive or just want to avoid boring highways, The Long Way helps you discover scenic back roads, winding routes, and drives that are worth the extra miles.

🚗 Built for Driving Enthusiasts

The Long Way prioritizes:

Road curvature

Elevation changes

Scenic landmarks
—not just arrival time.

Because the best drives aren’t always the fastest ones.

🧠 Smart Route Discovery

Use natural language search to find great drives near you.
Try searches like:

“Back roads near me”

“Scenic drive”

“Coastal roads”

“Woodsy routes”

Our algorithm finds routes that match the kind of drive you’re looking for.

🗺️ Works With Your Existing GPS

The Long Way doesn’t replace your navigation apps.

Instead, it creates an enjoyable route and exports it directly to Google Maps or Apple Maps using a custom checkpoint system — so you stay on the roads you actually want to drive.

⛽ Know Your Trip Costs

Add your vehicles to your Garage and get estimated fuel costs for each route based on:

Your car’s fuel economy

Fuel type

Current gas prices

Route distance

Perfect for planning weekend drives and road trips.

🌄 Discover & Share Great Roads

Explore featured community routes and iconic drives across the U.S.
Share your favorite routes with friends using a single link so everyone follows the same path.

Don’t just navigate. Drive.
Take The Long Way.