Heading out on I-95 for the 2026 Labor Day weekend? Here’s what every motorist needs to know about current gas prices along the corridor.
Interstate 95 runs nearly 2,000 miles from Maine to Florida and will see heavy Labor Day holiday traffic this week. As of September 1, 2026, the national average for regular unleaded sits at about $4.10 per gallon. Prices run higher in the Northeast and generally drop as you head south, thanks to differences in state taxes, supply, and demand.
With Labor Day travel peaking, fill up strategically and use real-time apps—station prices change daily and busy exits can sell out of cheaper grades. Below is a north-to-south snapshot of key cities using the latest state and metro averages for regular gasoline:
| City | Average Price |
|---|---|
| Portland, Maine | $4.14 |
| Boston, Massachusetts | $4.14 |
| Providence, Rhode Island | $4.16 |
| New Haven, Connecticut | $4.24 |
| New York City, New York | $4.24 |
| Newark, New Jersey | $4.17 |
| Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | $4.25 |
| Wilmington, Delaware | $3.94 |
| Baltimore, Maryland | $3.93 |
| Washington, D.C. | $4.19 |
| Richmond, Virginia | $3.87 |
| Fayetteville, North Carolina | $3.79 |
| Florence, South Carolina | $3.69 |
| Savannah, Georgia | $3.80 |
| Jacksonville, Florida | $3.94 |
| Miami, Florida | $3.94 |
Southern stretches of I-95 currently offer the best values—ideal if you’re driving south for the long weekend. These figures draw from the American Automobile Association (AAA) state averages and EIA weekly city data as of early September 2026. Always double-check locally before you pump, especially around major metros and holiday hotspots, for the most accurate rates and to avoid holiday markups or long lines. Safe travels and enjoy the Labor Day weekend!
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