Traffic in Kyrenia (Girne)

Kyrenia, a picturesque city in Cyprus, sees a significant portion of its population commuting by foot, with walking accounting for two-thirds of all trips.Despite the reliance on walking, car usage still plays a crucial role, representing a third of the commuting methods.

Average Commute Times

The average commute time across all methods is approximately 16.67 minutes, with a typical distance of 11.33 km.

  • Car - For those commuting by car, the average driving time is 20 minutes over a distance of 25 km.
  • Walking - Walking commuters spend about 22.5 minutes covering a distance of 4.5 km.
Traffic Breakdown
Walking
67%
Car
33%

Traffic Data

The following traffic data has been gathered from 3 user contributions.
Overall average travel
Distance
7.0 miles
Walking
16.7 mins
Driving Car
11.0 mins
Total:
27.7 mins
Average when primarily using Car
Distance
15.5 miles
Walking
5.0 mins
Driving Car
20.0 mins
Total:
25.0 mins
Average when primarily using Walking
Distance
2.8 miles
Walking
22.5 mins
Driving Car
6.5 mins
Total:
29.0 mins

More Information

Seasonal Trends

Traffic tends to increase during the summer months due to tourism, affecting both road congestion and parking availability.

Winter months see a slight decrease in traffic as fewer tourists visit the city.

Commuter Pain Points

Limited public transport options make car travel a necessity for longer distances.

Parking in the city center can be challenging, especially during peak tourist seasons.

Best Travel Times

Early mornings and late evenings are the best times to travel to avoid congestion.

Midday traffic is generally lighter, making it an ideal time for errands.

Event Impacts

Public events and festivals can lead to temporary road closures and increased traffic.

Local markets and fairs often result in higher pedestrian traffic, impacting road travel.

Sustainability Efforts

Kyrenia is exploring initiatives to expand pedestrian zones and improve cycling paths.

Efforts are underway to introduce more electric vehicle charging stations to encourage sustainable transport.

Ride-Sharing Impact

Ride-sharing services are gaining popularity, offering a flexible alternative to car ownership.

These services help reduce the number of cars on the road, easing congestion during peak hours.

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Traffic Rankings

The Traffic Index for Cyprus combines user-contributed data on commute times, traffic dissatisfaction, CO2 emissions, and traffic system inefficiencies in Cyprus, to provide insights into overall traffic conditions.
Worst to BestUpdated: Oct, 2025