MOTORISTS are being warned to expect heavy delays this weekend as almost nine million vehicles embark on the start of the summer getaway.

The RAC named the A27 as one of the country’s main trouble spots as the school summer holidays begin.

Saturday will be the busiest day of the weekend for UK getaway traffic with 3.4 million journeys being made.

But congestion could reach a peak on Friday as 2.5 million cars making an early dash for a break vie for space with regular commuters.

On Sunday 2.8 million vehicles are expected to be en route to their holiday destinations or making a day trip.

RAC traffic spokesman Rod Dennis warned that drivers will face “customary chaos” this weekend.

He said: “The very much-needed family summer holiday might begin stressfully as long tailbacks are inevitable.

“The Great British summer holiday getaway begins with an initial rush for the roads this weekend as that’s when the majority of schools break up.

“But unlike any other time of year, the country’s major tourist routes will remain steadily busy through the rest of the six weeks.”

He advised drivers to travel very early in the morning or late in the evening.