Here's a breakdown of what to expect when traveling on metro Atlanta's busy interstates.
ATLANTA — If you're planning a spring break trip, the Georgia Department of Transportation is predicting the best and worst times to travel to the Peach State.
This comes as no surprise, as GDOT officials have announced that metro Atlanta and its We expect traffic to become more congested in the area.
Here's a breakdown of what to expect when traveling on metro Atlanta's busy interstates.
best time to travel
Normal crowding is expected on the following days. Therefore, it's best to travel on these days around 3pm and 7pm, when traffic is at its heaviest, as moderate traffic congestion can still occur.
- Monday, April 1st | Before 3pm, after 7pm
- Tuesday, April 2nd | Before 3pm, after 7pm
- Wednesday, April 3rd | Before 3pm, after 7pm
- Thursday, April 4th | Before 3pm, after 7pm
easter trip
If you're traveling over the Easter weekend, the best times to leave are after 7pm on Friday, March 29th, before noon on Saturday, March 30th, or after 7pm on Saturday, March 30th, or It's Sunday noon. March 31st.
worst time to travel
More traffic is expected on the following days and times.
- Friday, March 29th | 12:00pm – 7:00pm
- Saturday, March 30th | 12:00pm to 7:00pm
- Easter Sunday, March 31 | 12pm – 7pm
- Friday, April 5th | 12:00pm – 7:00pm
- Saturday, April 6th | 12:00pm – 7:00pm
- Sunday, April 7th | 12:00pm – 7:00pm
Additionally, GDOT provided travel forecasts for these interstate and metro-traversing roads during the spring break travel period.
metro atlanta intersection
- I-20 Eastbound heavy congestion Enter metro Atlanta. light Leave the city and head west toward Alabama. Moderately Eastbound traffic entering South Carolina.
- I-75 It is predicted that there will be heavy Southbound and northbound traffic jams leaving Atlanta in Stockbridge.
- I-24 Eastbound heavy Traffic jams in northwest Georgia (near Chattanooga).
- I-16 Westbound heavy Savannah exit and traffic jams on I-16 eastbound heavy Traffic jam entering the savannah.
- I-95 northbound and southbound light Travel the savannah.
metro atlanta roads
In addition, additional traffic is expected on the following roads on Friday, March 29:
- State Route 3/Cobb Parkway
- State Route 141/Peachtree Road
- State Route 140/Jimmy Carter Boulevard
- US 78/Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway
- State Route 3/Northside Drive
- State Route 8/Ponce de Leon Street
- State Route 42/Moreland Avenue
- State Route 154/Memorial Drive
- U.S. Highway 19/State Route 3
GDOT Safe Driving Tips
drive defensively: Be careful of drivers who are unfamiliar with the road. Also, keep a safe distance from other drivers and slow down to avoid danger.
Prioritize your child's safety in the car: Make sure your child is properly buckled and use a booster seat if necessary.
Use HERO/CHAMP for support: HERO and CHAMP are GDOT's free services that provide driver assistance when needed. Operators can change flat tires, jump-start batteries, provide fuel and coolant, push vehicles to the side of the road, transport drivers to a safe location away from traffic, perform minor mechanical repairs, provide first aid, and more. and assist drivers in need.
For more information on Georgia traffic conditions and safety tips, click here.
