Avoid New Jersey Traffic: When To Travel Labor Day Weekend 2025

As we head into the long holiday weekend, many are choosing to stay closer to home this year, opting for a road trip over a long flight.

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Which means the roads could be a little more congested, but with a little extra planning and by knowing the best and worst times to hit the road, you can avoid the worst of the traffic and make your trip much more enjoyable.

If you're planning a day at the beach and boardwalk, or looking to explore one of New Jersey's most beautiful main streets with plenty of delicious restaurants and boutiques, hopefully you can get there without the headache!

Read More - The Best Day Trip In New Jersey With The Most Beautiful Main Street

AAA reports that gas prices are the lowest in years:

Summer gas prices have remained low, matching summer averages in 2021. Last year, the national average for a gallon of regular was $3.33 on Labor Day.

 

Here are the best and worst times to be on the road this upcoming weekend...

Best Times to Travel by Car This Labor Day Weekend:

Thursday, August 28th - Before 1 PM

Friday, August 29th - Before 12 PM

Saturday, August 30th - Between 6 AM and 10 AM

Sunday, August 31st - Before 11 AM

Monday, September 1st - Before 12 PM

Worst Times to Travel by Car This Labor Day Weekend:

Thursday, August 28th - Between 1 PM and 8 PM

Friday, August 29th - 12 PM and 8 PM

Saturday, August 30th - 10 AM and 6 PM

Sunday, August 31st - 12 PM and 5 PM

Monday, September 1st - 1 PM and 4 PM