Is it safe to travel late at night?

It's not just paranoia: Driving at night is actually more dangerous. Fatal accidents are three times more likely at night compared with the daytime, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).



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According to the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), roughly half of all fatal car accidents happen at night, despite only 25% of driving occurring after dark. That means driving at night carries roughly three times the risk of driving during the day.

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While we're all usually in our rush to get to work in the morning, from a statistical standpoint, morning hours are the best times to drive. The numbers of fatalities from car crashes are the lowest during the time period from 6:00 am until 11:59 am.

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Traveling at night has less traffic and you can make good time between places. Traveling at night is also a different type of road trip as you won't be able to see the scenery out your window.

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Getting around at night is quantifiably more dangerous than during the day—50% of road fatalities occur at night, with only 25% of overall miles driven [1]. Simply put, by driving at night, you are exposing yourself to more risk.

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Here are the top 10 safest places for women to travel alone.
  • Finland. Land of the midnight sun and the Northern Lights, Finland is the ideal destination for nature lovers. ...
  • Canada. ...
  • Uruguay. ...
  • Switzerland. ...
  • Belgium. ...
  • Austria. ...
  • Iceland. ...
  • Japan.


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Yes, talk to the locals and make new friends while you're traveling. However, when traveling alone as a woman, you do need to be safe. Don't tell strangers where you're staying. And always listen to your instincts when deciding how much to share with the people you meet.

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Try not to travel at night. Avoid 'seedier' areas of the cities you visit, especially at night. Ask your hotel manager for advice on 'safe' versus 'unsafe' local areas. As a general rule, city streets that include children and women suggest the area is safe for families.

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