Cars on the Route

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119 N Main St
Galena, KS 66739

Cars on the Route, located in Galena, Kansas, is a nostalgic stop along Historic Route 66, famous for its connection to the beloved Pixar film, Cars. The site, a restored Kan-O-Tex service station, features various relics, snacks, and souvenirs, including items crafted by local artisans.

Visitors can also admire Tow Tater, a 1951 International Boom truck that inspired the character Tow Mater, alongside other restored vehicles reminiscent of characters from the movie. The site invites guests to experience its rich history and vibrant connection to America's iconic highway.

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Bruce K.
12/4/2025

Cars on the Route in Galena is one of those Route 66 stops that manages to be memorable whether the doors are open or not. Even if the station itself is closed, the outside displays and vehicles...

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Julie W.
4/22/2025

Very fun stop while traveling through the area. It's located on historic Route 66 in Galena, Kansas, approximately 6 miles from Joplin, Missouri. The town is a shadow of what it was during its...

Tracy C.
11/24/2025

Super cute and so fun for Cars enthusiasts. We loved it both times we made the stop in Galena, KS.

Laura N.
5/31/2025

A fun stop on old Route 66! The staff has lots of fun stories and history involving the local area and the Cars movie. Stop and have a tasty burger and fries and enjoy the sights!

Esther J.
8/23/2025

Such a cute lil stop ! And if you skip it you skip the Kansas part of 66. If you are any kind of Disney fan or have a little that loves cars you gotta stop by

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