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Early May bank holiday will be busiest on roads in a decade, warns RAC
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- The RAC projects over 19 million leisure car trips during the May bank holiday weekend, marking the busiest such period in years.
- Congestion is anticipated on the M5 corridor (Bristol to Taunton) as travelers head toward Devon and Cornwall.
- Friday and Saturday are expected to see peak road activity, with travel volumes rising as people start getaways.
- Fuel costs remain high, contributing to elevated trip expenses for families despite ongoing price pressures and weather patterns.
- Rail passengers face disruptions due to planned engineering works, with notable closures and longer journey times across key routes.
- Network Rail reports the vast majority of Britain's railway network will be open, but some notable exceptions will affect services.
- Specific rail closures include the East Coast Main Line between York and Darlington for three days starting Saturday.
- London-area rail services from Euston will see reduced capacity due to works, affecting Midlands and northern routes.
- Liverpool Lime Street and other key stations will have Sunday closures and limited Monday windows, disrupting travel plans.
- Met Office forecasts for a mix of sunshine and showers, potentially altering plans amid a warm spell.
- Authorities urge travelers to plan ahead and check travel plans due to engineering works and ongoing traffic conditions.
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