Traffic in Szeged

In 2024, Szeged's transportation landscape is dominated by buses and bicycles, with significant usage of these eco-friendly modes.The city faces challenges with CO2 emissions and traffic inefficiencies, but efforts are underway to improve the situation.

Average Commute Times

The average commute time in Szeged is approximately 28.92 minutes, with a significant portion of this time spent on buses and bicycles.

  • Bus - Bus commuters spend about 28 minutes traveling, with additional time for walking and waiting.
  • Car - Car users experience a relatively quick commute of 10 minutes driving, plus walking time.
Traffic Breakdown
Bus
50%
Bicycle
42%
Car
8%

Traffic Data

The following traffic data has been gathered from 12 user contributions.
Overall average travel
Distance
5.8 miles
Walking
3.7 mins
Waiting
2.8 mins
Driving Car
0.8 mins
Bus / Trolley
14.0 mins
Bicycle
7.6 mins
Motorcycle
0.0 mins
Total:
28.9 mins
Average when primarily using Bus
Distance
9.2 miles
Walking
6.5 mins
Waiting
5.7 mins
Bus / Trolley
28.0 mins
Total:
40.2 mins
Average when primarily using Car
Distance
3.1 miles
Walking
5.0 mins
Driving Car
10.0 mins
Total:
15.0 mins

More Information

Seasonal Trends

Traffic tends to increase during the summer months as tourists visit Szeged.

Winter sees a shift towards more car usage due to colder weather.

Commuter Pain Points

Long waiting times for buses can be frustrating for commuters.

Traffic congestion during peak hours leads to delays.

Best Travel Times

Traveling before 8 AM or after 6 PM can help avoid peak traffic congestion.

Midday travel is generally smoother and less crowded.

Event Impacts

Public events, such as festivals, can cause significant traffic disruptions.

Planning alternative routes during events can save time.

Sustainability Efforts

Szeged is investing in green public transport solutions to reduce emissions.

Bicycle-friendly initiatives are being expanded to encourage eco-friendly commuting.

Ride-Sharing Impact

Ride-sharing services are gaining popularity, helping to reduce the number of cars on the road.

These services offer a flexible alternative to traditional public transport.

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Traffic Rankings

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