The easiest way is to take the road from Stormwind south through Elwynn Forest, then continue into Duskwood and keep following the main road into Stranglethorn Vale until you reach Booty Bay.

Fastest route

  1. Leave Stormwind and head south into Elwynn Forest.
  2. Keep going south into Duskwood.
  3. Follow the road south-west into Stranglethorn Vale.
  4. Stay on the main road until you reach Booty Bay.

Safer route

If you want the safest low-level path, a guide recommends going via Westfall first, then continuing onward rather than cutting through riskier areas.

Alternative travel

If you already have flight paths, taking the flight path from Stormwind to Booty Bay is the simplest option and follows the route through Elwynn, Duskwood, and Stranglethorn Vale. Another common approach is to go to Ratchet first and take the boat to Booty Bay, which is often described as an easy travel route for both factions.

Method| Notes
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Road trip| Stormwind → Elwynn Forest → Duskwood → Stranglethorn Vale → Booty Bay 9
Flight path| Direct if unlocked; follows the Eastern Kingdoms route 3
Via Ratchet| Go to Ratchet, then take the boat to Booty Bay 910

TL;DR: for most players, just ride south from Stormwind through Duskwood into Stranglethorn Vale, or take the flight path if you already have it.