Rest Stops on Interstate 40
Interstate 40 has 88 mapped rest areas across 8 states (43 eastbound, 44 westbound). 0 have fuel on-site; 57 have a pet exercise or dump station area.
Longest stretch without a rest area: 212 miles, between Haviland Rest Area and Meteor Crater Rest Area. Average spacing is about 54 miles.
Interstate 40 is one of the major routes in the US Interstate Highway System, and knowing where to stop makes a long drive safer and less stressful. This guide lists all 94 rest areas and rest stops along Interstate 40, organized by state and mile marker, so you can plan your breaks before you hit the road. For each stop you'll find the exit or mile marker, direction of travel, and the amenities you can expect on site — from restrooms and picnic areas to truck and RV parking. Rest area spacing changes from state to state, so it pays to know where your next stop is in advance, especially on rural stretches. Use the table below to map your route, tap any rest area for full details and directions, or use Find rest areas near me to locate the closest stop to your current location.
| Rest Area | State | Mile / Exit | Direction | Amenities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Oasis Rest Area | California | 28.0 | West | Pet |
| Desert Oasis Rest Area | California | 28.0 | East | Pet |
| John Wilkie Rest Area | California | 106.0 | East | Pet |
| John Wilkie Rest Area | California | 106.0 | West | Pet |
| Haviland Rest Area | Arizona | 23.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Haviland Rest Area | Arizona | 23.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Turnout | Arizona | 155.0 | West | Restrooms |
| Meteor Crater Rest Area | Arizona | 235.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Meteor Crater Rest Area | Arizona | 235.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Painted Cliffs Welcome Center | Arizona | Exit 359 | - | Pet, Vending |
| Manuelito Welcome Center | New Mexico | 3.0 | East | Pet, WiFi |
| Turnout | New Mexico | 113.0 | West | Restrooms |
| Turnout | New Mexico | 113.0 | East | Restrooms |
| Rattlesnake Draw Rest Area | New Mexico | 207.0 | West | Pet |
| Rattlesnake Draw Rest Area | New Mexico | 207.0 | East | Pet |
| Turnout | New Mexico | 220.0 | East | Restrooms |
| Turnout | New Mexico | 220.0 | West | Restrooms |
| Anton Chico Rest Area | New Mexico | 252.0 | East | Pet |
| Anton Chico Rest Area | New Mexico | 252.0 | West | Pet |
| Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area | New Mexico | 302.0 | West | Pet |
| Pajarito (Newkirk) Rest Area | New Mexico | 302.0 | East | Pet |
| Glenrio Visitor Information Center | New Mexico | 373.0 | West | Pet, WiFi |
| Acomita Rest Area | New Mexico | Exit 102 | - | Pet |
| Turnout | Texas | 13.0 | East | Restrooms |
| Turnout | Texas | 13.0 | West | Restrooms |
| Turnout | Texas | 32.0 | East | Restrooms |
| Turnout | Texas | 32.0 | West | Restrooms |
| Turnout | Texas | 53.0 | East | Restrooms |
| Turnout | Texas | 55.0 | West | Restrooms |
| Turnout | Texas | 87.0 | East | Restrooms |
| Turnout | Texas | 87.0 | West | Restrooms |
| Donley County Rest Area | Texas | 129.0 | East | Pet, Vending, WiFi |
| Gray County Rest Area | Texas | 131.0 | West | Pet, Vending, WiFi |
| Welcome Center | Texas | Exit 76 | - | Pet, Vending, WiFi |
| Welcome Center | Oklahoma | 9.0 | East | Pet, Vending, WiFi |
| Turnout | Oklahoma | 12.0 | East | Restrooms |
| Turnout | Oklahoma | 12.0 | West | Restrooms |
| Turnout | Oklahoma | 111.0 | East | Restrooms |
| Rest Area | Oklahoma | 197.0 | West | Pet |
| Rest Area | Oklahoma | 197.0 | East | Pet |
| Turnout | Oklahoma | 251.0 | East | Restrooms |
| Turnout | Oklahoma | 251.0 | West | Restrooms |
| Turnout | Oklahoma | 283.0 | East | Restrooms |
| Turnout | Oklahoma | 283.0 | West | Restrooms |
| Welcome Center | Oklahoma | 314.0 | West | Pet, Vending, RV Dump |
| Rest Area | Oklahoma | 316.0 | East | Pet, Vending, RV Dump |
| Welcome Center | Arkansas | 2.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | Arkansas | 35.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | Arkansas | 36.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | Arkansas | 67.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Turnout | Arkansas | 70.0 | West | Restrooms |
| Rest Area | Arkansas | 72.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Turnout | Arkansas | 134.0 | East | Restrooms |
| Turnout | Arkansas | 134.0 | West | Restrooms |
| Rest Area | Arkansas | 199.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | Arkansas | 199.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | Arkansas | 235.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | Arkansas | 242.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Turnout | Arkansas | 274.0 | West | Restrooms |
| Arkansas Welcome Center | Arkansas | Exit 278 | - | Pet, Vending |
| Madison County Rest Area | Tennessee | 73.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Madison County Rest Area | Tennessee | 73.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Turnout | Tennessee | 102.0 | West | Restrooms |
| Turnout | Tennessee | 103.0 | East | Restrooms |
| Benton County Rest Area | Tennessee | 130.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Benton County Rest Area | Tennessee | 131.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Dickson County Rest Area | Tennessee | 170.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Dickson County Rest Area | Tennessee | 170.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Turnout | Tennessee | 252.0 | East | Restrooms |
| Turnout | Tennessee | 252.0 | West | Restrooms |
| Smith County Welcome Center | Tennessee | 267.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Smith County Welcome Center | Tennessee | 267.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Turnout | Tennessee | 306.0 | West | Restrooms |
| Cumberland County Rest Area | Tennessee | 324.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Cumberland County Rest Area | Tennessee | 326.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Turnout | Tennessee | 336.0 | East | Restrooms |
| Jefferson County Rest Area | Tennessee | 420.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Jefferson County Rest Area | Tennessee | 425.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Hartford Welcome Center | Tennessee | 446.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Memphis I-40 Welcome Center | Tennessee | Exit 1 | - | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | North Carolina | 10.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Welcome Center | North Carolina | 10.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | North Carolina | 82.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | North Carolina | 82.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | North Carolina | 136.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | North Carolina | 136.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | North Carolina | 139.0 | North | Vending |
| Rest Area | North Carolina | 139.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | North Carolina | 139.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | North Carolina | 177.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | North Carolina | 177.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | North Carolina | 324.0 | West | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | North Carolina | 324.0 | East | Pet, Vending |
| Rest Area | North Carolina | Exit 364 | North | Pet, Vending |
California Rest Areas on Interstate 40
Interstate 40 has 4 rest areas in California. See the table above for mile markers and amenities, or browse all California rest areas.
Arizona Rest Areas on Interstate 40
Interstate 40 has 6 rest areas in Arizona. See the table above for mile markers and amenities, or browse all Arizona rest areas.
New Mexico Rest Areas on Interstate 40
Interstate 40 has 13 rest areas in New Mexico. See the table above for mile markers and amenities, or browse all New Mexico rest areas.
Texas Rest Areas on Interstate 40
Interstate 40 has 11 rest areas in Texas. See the table above for mile markers and amenities, or browse all Texas rest areas.
Oklahoma Rest Areas on Interstate 40
Interstate 40 has 12 rest areas in Oklahoma. See the table above for mile markers and amenities, or browse all Oklahoma rest areas.
Arkansas Rest Areas on Interstate 40
Interstate 40 has 14 rest areas in Arkansas. See the table above for mile markers and amenities, or browse all Arkansas rest areas.
Tennessee Rest Areas on Interstate 40
Interstate 40 has 20 rest areas in Tennessee. See the table above for mile markers and amenities, or browse all Tennessee rest areas.
North Carolina Rest Areas on Interstate 40
Interstate 40 has 14 rest areas in North Carolina. See the table above for mile markers and amenities, or browse all North Carolina rest areas.
- Arizona (6)
- Arkansas (14)
- California (4)
- New Mexico (13)
- North Carolina (14)
- Oklahoma (12)
- Tennessee (20)
- Texas (11)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many rest areas are on Interstate 40?
Interstate 40 has 94 rest areas and rest stops across 8 states. You can see every location, with its mile marker and amenities, in the table above.
Where are the rest areas on Interstate 40?
Rest areas on Interstate 40 are located in California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee, North Carolina. Each one is listed above with its exit or mile marker and direction of travel, and links to full details and directions.
How far apart are rest areas on Interstate 40?
Spacing varies by state and is typically every 40-80 miles, with longer gaps on rural stretches. Use the mile markers in the table above to gauge the distance between consecutive stops on your route.
What amenities do rest areas on Interstate 40 have?
Of the 94 rest areas on Interstate 40: 63 have pet exercise areas, 49 have vending machines, 6 offer Wi-Fi, and 2 have RV dump stations. All have restrooms and parking. Check individual listings for hours and current status.
Data updated July 2026