Traffic in Pekanbaru

In 2024, Pekanbaru's transportation landscape is dominated by motorcycles, with 100% of commuters relying on this mode of transport.

The city's traffic inefficiency and CO2 emissions are significant, reflecting challenges in sustainable urban mobility.

Average Commute Times

The average commute time for motorcycle users is 20 minutes, covering a distance of 10 kilometers.

    Traffic Breakdown
    Motorcycle
    100%

    Traffic Data

    The following traffic data has been gathered from 1 user contributions.
    Overall average travel
    Distance
    6.2 miles
    Total:
    20.0 mins

    More Information

    Seasonal Trends

    Traffic tends to increase during the rainy season due to road conditions affecting motorcycle travel.

    Holiday seasons see a spike in traffic as residents travel for celebrations.

    Commuter Pain Points

    Motorcycle riders face challenges such as poor road conditions and safety concerns.

    Limited public transportation options force reliance on motorcycles, contributing to congestion.

    Best Travel Times

    Early mornings and late evenings are the best times to travel to avoid peak traffic hours.

    Weekends generally see lighter traffic compared to weekdays.

    Event Impacts

    Public events and festivals can lead to significant traffic disruptions, requiring careful planning for commuters.

    Major events often necessitate road closures, impacting regular traffic flow.

    Sustainability Efforts

    The city is exploring initiatives to promote electric motorcycles and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

    Efforts to improve public transportation infrastructure are underway to provide more commuting options.

    Ride-Sharing Impact

    Ride-sharing services are gaining popularity, offering an alternative to personal motorcycle use.

    These services help reduce the number of vehicles on the road, potentially easing congestion.

    Worldwide
    Indonesia

    Traffic Rankings

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