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61.4M expected to drive for July 4, despite costs. See the worst times
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Kathleen Wong USA Today , as published by Waco Tribune-Herald
· June 24, 2026
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Key points For those looking for more details about July 4 travel, the Waco Tribune-Herald has additional information available. Rising travel costs are not deterring Americans from taking trips for the July 4 holiday.
Rising travel costs are not deterring Americans from taking trips for the July 4 holiday. Many people are still planning to travel, despite the increased expenses.
A significant number of travelers are expected to drive to their destinations. Further information about the expected number of drivers and the worst times to travel can be found in the Waco Tribune-Herald.
For those looking for more details about July 4 travel, the Waco Tribune-Herald has additional information available. This includes specifics about the number of drivers expected on the roads and the times when traffic is likely to be heaviest.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: Waco Tribune-Herald ·
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