Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel weeks in Maryland, and across the country, many have already started their trips.

AAA predicts that nearly 82 million people will travel at least 50 miles to their Thanksgiving destination this year. Of that, nearly 90% are driving.

In Maryland, AAA predicts 1.5 million people will travel, with 1.4 million people expected to drive.

To avoid any travel headaches, the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) shared the best times for drivers to hit the road.

Best and worst times for Thanksgiving travel

The MDTA said the best time to drive on Interstate 95 this holiday week will be before noon on Tuesday, Nov. 25, or between 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26 through Sunday, Nov. 30.

During the evening hours, it will be best to leave for I-95

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