Boston is among the top Labor Day weekend destinations in America this year, according to AAA , and those hitting the road will have plenty of company.
“As Labor Day weekend approaches, we want to remind everyone to drive safely and without distractions, plan ahead, and allow for extra time because of the increase in travel volumes we usually see this time of year,” said Jonathan Gulliver, highway administrator for the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), in a statement.
MassDOT says travelers should avoid mid-day and afternoon travel on Friday and Saturday due to expected peak congestion. After that, Sunday will see heavier traffic throughout the day and Monday will see heavier traffic during mid-day and afternoon peak hours. The heaviest traffic will be on Tuesday wi