Where the busiest roads in the UK will be amid Easter traffic chaos

WorldTravel
2 Apr 2026 • 9:20 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Millions of Britons are anticipated to travel for Easter weekend, with an estimated 21.7 million journeys planned for today, marking the busiest road period since 2022.
  • Drivers should prepare for challenging conditions due to Storm Dave, with yellow weather warnings across parts of the UK.
  • Expected congestion hotspots include: The M6 through Birmingham and further north towards Blackpool; the M25 between the M23 and M40; the M5 in the Bristol area and further into the South West; the A303 in Wiltshire and the M4 in South Wales
  • National Highways will remove 1,500 miles of roadworks, while most travellers plan shorter trips, with over half expecting to travel under 50 miles.
  • Approximately two million UK residents are set to travel abroad, with warnings of potential two-hour delays at EU borders due to the implementation of a new entry-exit system.

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