This Memorial Day weekend could be the busiest in almost 20 years

AAA predicts almost 44 million people will hit the road.

During holiday weekends Interstate 90 can get pretty congested and Friday will be the worst, WSDOT said .

Eastbound traffic on I-90 between North Bend to Cle Elum will be heavy between 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

“I-90 with the construction from 18 is a little tough, and this year it’s a little busier than it usually is on Friday,” Chris Estrada said.

If you plan on heading out on Saturday, try leaving before 8 a.m. or after 2 p.m.

Drivers say planning ahead will also save you time.

“If you’re going to travel later in the day, pack a lot of snacks in case you’re in stop-and-go traffic,” driver Vanessa Cruz said.

“You fuel up before, we pack the night before, I have everything hooked up kind of the night before,” driver Brandon Bolden said.

Regardless of when you leave, drive safe.

“Main thing, take your time, don’t get in a rush because the state patrol is going to be out,” Greg Rance said.

As for traffic at the end of the holiday weekend, WSDOT predicts Westbound traffic on I-90 between North Bend and Cle Elum will be heavy on Sunday, May 26, and especially on Monday, May 27 between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m.