Millions of Texans Plan Holiday Road Trips as Gas Prices Drop to Four-Year Low

It's that time of year when Texans are getting ready to hit the road or hit up the airport and travel to their holiday destinations.  They may be taking a vacation or just heading to their hometowns to spend Christmas and New Year's with their families.

Low Gas Prices Boost Road Trips

This year is going to be a record-breaking year for travel because gas prices are at a four-year low.  According to AAA Texas, the average price in Texas for a gallon of regular gas is $2.51. Those in Amarillo and Sherman-Denison are paying the lowest at $2.31 per gallon.  With gas prices being low, people are hitting the road.

Texas Holiday Travel Forecast 2025

Over 9.4 million Texans are planning on traveling over the holidays, December 20-January 1, and of those 9.4 million 93% will be traveling by car.  While over 400,000 Texans will be flying to their destinations.

Top Destinations Texans Are Visiting

Where are Texans flocking to this holiday season? AAA Texas says, Texans are flocking to Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and the Hill Country

Road Trip Safety Tips

For those traveling by car, just be prepared before you hit the road, and do proper maintenance on your vehicle, check the tires, the batteries, and go one step further and get the oil changed.  Don't forget to make sure you have essentials in your car in case of an emergency, and know how to pinpoint your location.

Read More: Tips Every Texas Traveler Should Know Before Hitting the Road

If you are traveling by car this holiday season, don't drink and drive; you want yourself and others on the road to return safely home.  Use a rideshare if you will be trying out bars at your destination.

Read More: How To Find Safe Rest Stops On Texas Highways

Air Travel Preparation Advice

If flying, be prepared, including doing online check-in, arriving early, being prepared for delayed and cancelled flights, and airports full of people trying to get to their destinations, just like you.

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Remember it is the Christmas season, so try to show a little grace, and patience, and know everyone else on the road and in the airport are trying to get is trying to get to their destination as well. Just be prepared, and that should help make your holiday travel stress-free.