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Friday will see people beginning their Christmas getaway potentially hitting commuter traffic at peak times on major routs.
Saturday is the day for last-minute Christmas shoppers, getting that fresh food and last-minute gifts ahead of Christmas Day on Monday.
More than a third (35 per cent) of drivers will be travelling over 20 miles on Saturday and over a quarter (27 per cent) on Christmas eve, according to the AA-Populus poll.
The poll found younger generations are the most likely to be driving 'home' for Christmas, with more than a quarter of those between 18 and 34 packing up the car to visit friends and family over 20 miles away, as well as over a fifth of 35-44 year olds.
"Anything can happen, so don't forget to do the on your car before heading off to avoid a breakdown interrupting your Christmas plans.
"This includes topping up the windscreen wash and anti-freeze, checking your lights and adjusting tyre pressures for a full load if necessary.
Shopping traffic will peak on Saturday, with 17 per cent of respondents driving over 20 miles for a shopping trip.
The AA advises drivers to leave early to beat the queues and use park and ride facilities where possible.
While quieter, the roads won't be completely deserted on Christmas Day, with more than a fifth (21%) of respondents likely to drive over 20 miles. Around a fifth (19 per cent) will cover at least that distance seeing family or friends on Boxing Day compared to braving the sales (six per cent).
After the bank holidays though, Wednesday will be extremely busy as more than a third (35 per cent) get back on the road, with one in ten heading back to work, the same number looking to take advantage of end of year sales and 12 per cent planning to visit friends and family.
INRIX are also predicting significant delays on Wednesday, with the worst affected stretches of motorway seeing three hour delays and high traffic volumes expected around the M25.
For the latest traffic updates on Frantic Friday, visit our live blog.