- Route connects major cities between Chicago and New York City
- Numerous rail trails and separated paths are used on the route
- With the addition of Bicycle Route 66, this route completes a cross-country link from Los Angeles to New York City Philadelphia Alternate #1: PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - LANCASTER, PENNSYLVANIA (339 MILES). In Pittsburgh you'll make the choice to stay on the main route or to follow the Philadelphia...