General · 21 May 2026
19 million car trips planned for bank holiday
Motorists are expected to encounter substantial traffic delays on key thoroughfares during this bank holiday weekend. Millions of people are planning car trips between Friday and Monday, undeterred by increased fuel prices. The RAC projected 19 million recreational journeys, a rise of one million compared to last year, with peak traffic volumes anticipated on Friday and Saturday.
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