About 119.3 million people are expected to travel at least 80 miles from home during the holidays, and about 107 million of them chose to travel by car, according to AAA. Now that Christmas has passed, many people are starting their journey back to their hometowns.
According to traffic data and insight provider INRIX, these are the best and worst times to hit the road, whether you’re driving home after Christmas or just want to avoid traffic on an errand.
Sound familiar? Another record holiday travel period expected across America
Thursday, December 26th
Best time to drive: 12pm – 5pm Best time to drive: Before 11am
Friday, December 27th:
Best time to drive: 3pm to 7pm Best time to drive: Before 2pm
Saturday, December 28th
Best time to drive: 1:30pm – 7pm Best time to drive: Before 2pm
Sunday, December 29th
Best time to drive: 12pm – 6pm Best time to drive: Before 11am
Monday, December 30th
Best time to drive: 5pm to 7pm Best time to drive: Before 2pm
December 31st (Tuesday) – January 1st (Wednesday)
Minimal traffic is expected
Thursday, January 2nd
Best time to drive: 4pm – 8pm Best time to drive: Before 3pm
Travel experts and law enforcement agencies urge travelers to follow all posted rules and guidelines when traveling this holiday season.
