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AAA Reveals the Exact Worst and Best Times to Drive This Thanksgiving

AAA Reveals the Exact Worst and Best Times to Drive This Thanksgiving

Summary

The American Automobile Association (AAA) advises that the days before Thanksgiving, particularly from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., will be the busiest for road travel. They expect 73 million people to drive, with Thanksgiving Day being less congested. The AAA provides specific times to avoid and suggests alternatives for less traffic impact during the holiday week.

Key Facts

  • AAA says 73 million people will drive during Thanksgiving, up 1.3 million from last year.
  • Thanksgiving holiday travel is defined from November 25 to December 1.
  • The busiest times are Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons and evenings before Thanksgiving.
  • Thanksgiving Day is expected to have minimal traffic congestion.
  • Best travel times are early in the morning; worst times are afternoons on return days.
  • Hertz expects Wednesday as the busiest day for car rentals.
  • Demand is high in areas like Orlando, Atlanta, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and Newark.
  • AAA’s data analysis uses GPS, mobile app, and historical data methods.
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