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Trains, planes and automobiles for the holidays? The stark drop in Thanksgiving travel booking

Duffy suggests travel chaos could hit Thanksgiving as hundreds of flights canceled

The recent government shutdown has caused significant flight disruptions, with Sunday recording the highest number of cancellations and delays since the shutdown commenced.
Amidst the air travel chaos, bus and train bookings for the Thanksgiving holiday have seen a 12% year-on-year increase, driven by a surge in demand for ground transportation.
Many Americans are either cancelling their travel plans or opting for alternative transport due to the uncertainty of flights and the rising costs of other options.
Bus and train ticket prices have risen by 11% and 10% respectively over the past week, with further increases anticipated as the holiday approaches.
Airlines are reporting a decline in passenger bookings, while Amtrak is preparing for record-breaking Thanksgiving travel in 2025 by expanding its capacity.