My wife and I stayed in Rochester for 9 days following my RP. I would stay a minimum of 7 days, until the catheter is removed. We wanted to stay long enough to get the catheter out and feel good about not having any issues related to the RP. The Urethra is cut and reattached during the surgery - We did not want to risk having an issue in a small-town health center.

With a 2.5-day drive, I would personally want the 10 days to recover. Maybe your husband would be ready after seven days, but everyone is different. I had significant referred shoulder pain and could not imagine being in a car for 2.5 days within the first eight days. As for the plane versus car - I would not want to fly immediately following the surgery - After the 9-10 days, it would have been much better. Personally, I would choose the car versus the plane.

Best of luck with the surgery and travel home!