Missouri traffic is expected up this July 4th holiday

If you’re traveling for the 4th of July,  buckle up and brace yourself for traffic.

According to a AAA report, motorists could see the second-highest Independence Day travel volume on record, trailing only 2019.   

Predictions are for at least 47.7 million Americans to hit the road for the Independence Day weekend this year, despite gas prices hovering around  $3 per gallon.    

The worst times to drive nationwide include Thursday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Friday from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The best times to drive are after 7 p.m. Thursday, before noon Friday, after 2 p.m. Saturday, and before 1 p.m. Monday.