Easter normally means a wet long weekend and Bluesfest for the Northern Rivers.

This year's line-up is incredible with the likes of Jack Johnson, Jimmy Barnes, Ben Harper, Tom Jones, The Teskey Brothers, Ricki Lee Jones and loads more world-class acts hit the stage over five days.

(Photo: Bluesfest Facebook page)

Of course, this means increased traffic on the Pacific Motorway through Tyagarah from tomorrow (Wednesday 27 March) as crowds start to arrive for this year's Byron Bay’s Bluesfest at Byron Bay Event Farm from Thursday 28 through to Monday 1 April 2024.

Transport for NSW say to expect delays on the M1 Pacific Motorway at Ewingsdale Road and Gulgan Road, as well Mullumbimby Road, Gulgan Road, Tyagarah Road, Old Pacific Highway and Ewingsdale Road as motorists make their way to the festival.

Motorists should exercise caution and follow the direction of traffic controllers and signage along the motorway directing motorists to the festival site.

Motorists travelling to Bluesfest or in the area over the Easter long weekend should allow extra travel time and expect delays in the area throughout the weekend.

Consider alternative routes or travelling outside the peak crowd arrival/departure times to avoid some of the delays. Motorists are reminded to plan their journey and drive to the conditions.

For more information on getting to the grounds including parking and bus options visit the event websitewww.bluesfest.com.au/travel

For the latest traffic updates download the Live Traffic NSW app, visit livetraffic.com or call 132 701.