Traffic Summary for North Vancouver
In 2024, North Vancouver sees a significant reliance on cars for commuting, with 80% of the population using this mode of transport. Public transportation, primarily buses, accounts for 10% of commutes, highlighting a potential area for growth in sustainable transport options.
Average Commute Times
- Bus - Bus commuters spend about 45 minutes on the bus and an additional 19 minutes waiting and walking, covering a distance of 19.7 km.
- Car - Car commuters drive for about 45 minutes, covering a distance of 28.4 km without significant waiting times.
Traffic Breakdown
Seasonal Trends
Traffic tends to increase during the winter months due to adverse weather conditions affecting road safety. Summer months see a slight decrease in traffic as residents take vacations.
Commuter Pain Points
Long waiting times for buses during peak hours. Traffic congestion on major roads leading to delays.
Best Travel Times
Traveling before 7 AM or after 7 PM can help avoid peak traffic congestion. Midday travel is generally smoother with less traffic.
Event Impacts
Public events in downtown North Vancouver can lead to significant traffic delays. Concerts and sports events often result in increased demand for public transport.
Sustainability Efforts
The city is investing in expanding bike lanes to encourage cycling. Efforts are underway to improve bus frequency and reliability.
Ride-Sharing Impact
Ride-sharing services have helped reduce the number of cars on the road. These services provide flexible commuting options, especially during off-peak hours.
Traffic Rankings
The Traffic Index for Canada combines user-contributed data on commute times, traffic dissatisfaction, CO2 emissions, and traffic system inefficiencies in Canada, to provide insights into overall traffic conditions.
Traffic Data
Overall average travel
Average when primarily using Bus
Average when primarily using Car
"Key Takeaways"
Increasing the availability and efficiency of public transportation could reduce car dependency and emissions.
Promoting alternative modes of transport, such as cycling, could alleviate traffic congestion.
Key Indexes
EmissionsThe CO2 emission index is notably high at 10840, indicating a significant environmental impact.
Efforts to reduce car dependency could help lower emissions.
TimeThe time index is 49, reflecting moderate commute times across the city.
Improving public transport efficiency could reduce overall commute times.
InefficiencyThe inefficiency index stands at 221.79, suggesting room for improvement in traffic flow.
Traffic congestion during peak hours contributes to inefficiency.