Fourth of July Travel Nears Record 72 Million Across US

The Fourth of July holiday travel period in 2025 is expected to set new records across the United States, with AAA projecting over 72 million Americans traveling domestically, a 2.4% increase from last year. Road trips remain the most popular mode of travel, with 61.6 million travelers by car—a record high—and notable increases in air travel and alternative transportation such as buses, trains, and cruises. Florida and Texas are both seeing historic travel volumes, with millions of residents taking to the roads, skies, and rails, and Texas authorities emphasizing safe driving amid a concerning rise in DUI-related fatalities. Experts also highlight Sunday as the busiest travel day of the holiday weekend, urging travelers to prepare accordingly. Despite economic pressures and inflation, demand for holiday travel remains strong, with many taking advantage of the long weekend to extend vacations. Safety campaigns, such as Texas's “Drive Sober. No Regrets.” initiative, accompany the travel surge to address risks on the roads during the celebratory period.