It's funny because I was just talking to my SO about this on the way home from a weekend at the beach. For us, it always feels longer on the way back. Heading

It's funny because I was just talking to my SO about this on the way home from a weekend at the beach. For us, it always feels longer on the way back. Heading to the beach (or any vacation) is all about getting excited about the trip and looking forward to having fun. It makes the trip feel shorter to me. On the way home we're tired and worn out from travel and running around doing things. It's just a slog with boring old daily life at the other end. That lack of anticipation translates into a more negative attitude about the travel which in turn makes it feel longer.