Easter travel chaos: UK roads, rail and air disruption expected
Easter travel chaos: UK roads, rail and air disruption expected
Britain braces for its busiest Easter weekend in four years, with up to 21 million leisure journeys and disruptions forecast across roads, rail, air and sea.
Britain is braced for its busiest Easter weekend in four years, with around 21 million leisure journeys forecast as families plan getaways across the country. The combination of longer daylight, improving weather, and the Easter bank holiday is expected to stress roads, rail, air and even sea routes.
Roads appear to be the main battleground, with congestion hotspots anticipated on major routes into and out of cities. Drivers are urged to set off before 10am if possible to dodge the worst delays and to allow extra travel time across the weekend.
Rail disruptions come as Avanti West Coast begins a six-day shutdown on Good Friday, affecting long-distance services and forcing travellers to use replacements or alternative routes. Check advisories and plan for delays, with some journeys likely to be rerouted or cancelled.
Air and sea travel are also likely to be affected as crews operate holiday schedules and demand increases. Passengers are advised to verify flight times and port departures ahead of travel.
Across the country, authorities have urged patience and preparation, encouraging people to use off-peak times and to stay updated with live travel information.
