How many states does Route 66 pass through?

Route 66 passes through 8 states on its way from Chicago, Illinois through to Santa Monica in California. Starting in Illinois, it continues through Missouri, and Kansas (although only for 12.5 miles), Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and California. You can view a detailed map complete with highlights along the way at UrWurld.com travel guides: www.urwurld.com/travelguide/United_States_of_America_Route_66/