Nearly 1.6 million Wisconsinites to travel during July 4 week, AAA predicts
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Nearly 1.6 million Wisconsinites to travel during July 4 week, AAA predicts
Nearly 1.6 million Wisconsinites are projected to travel for Fourth of July week. That’s 2.8% higher, or 44,000 more people, than last year. Driving will account for the largest portion of traveling Wisconsinites. The average cost of gas in Wisconsin per gallon is $3 as of June 25, which is about 30 cents less than prices last year, AAA says. About 72.2 million Americans will travel during the Independence Day holiday period between Saturday June 28 and Sunday, July 6, the American Automobile Association says. The best and worst times to travel over the holiday week are before 11 a.m.
That’s 2.8% higher, or 44,000 more people, than last year.
What You Need To Know Nearly 1.6 million Wisconsinites are projected to travel for Fourth of July week this year
Of the different modes of travel, driving will account for the largest portion of traveling Wisconsinites, with 1.47 million expected to take a road trip during the week
The average cost of gas in Wisconsin per gallon is $3 as of June 25, which is about 30 cents less than prices last year
Another nearly 59,000 Wisconsinites are expected to fly domestically and over 100,000 Wisconsinites will take other modes of transportation
Nationally, about 72.2 million Americans will travel during the Independence Day holiday period between Saturday June 28 and Sunday, July 6.
“Independence Day is one of the most popular times for travel, with Americans eager to take advantage of summer vacation opportunities,” said Debbie Haas, vice president of AAA Travel, in a release. “This year, we’re seeing strong demand for road trips, flights, and cruises, especially with the holiday falling on a Friday. This is allowing travelers to extend their getaways and make lasting memories with loved ones.”
Of the different modes of travel, driving will account for the largest portion of traveling Wisconsinites, with 1.47 million expected to take a road trip during the week. This is an increase of about 36,000 from 2024.
AAA said gas prices are expected to fluctuate ahead of the holiday, as tensions continue between Israel and Iran. It said it’s still too early to know the full extent of how the oil costs will react.
The average cost of gas in Wisconsin per gallon is $3 as of June 25, which is about 30 cents less than prices last year. You can track prices, here.
Another nearly 59,000 Wisconsinites are expected to fly domestically. Over 100,000 Wisconsinites will take other modes of transportation, such as buses, trains, or cruises, to their holiday destination.
Here are the best and worst times to travel over the holiday week:
Best times
Sat., June 28: Before 10 a.m.
Sun., June 29: Before 11 a.m.
Mon., June 30: Before noon
Tues., July 1: Before 2 p.m.
Wed., July 2 Before noon
Thu., July 3: Before noon
Fri., July 4: Before noon
Sat., July 5: Before 11 a.m.
Sun., July 6: Before 11 a.m.
Worst times