Traffic Summary for Dublin
Dublin's transportation landscape in 2024 is diverse, with a significant portion of the population opting for walking and car travel. The city's efforts to balance different modes of transport are reflected in the varied commute times and CO2 emission levels.
Average Commute Times
- Bus - Bus commuters spend an average of 40.33 minutes on the bus and 8.11 minutes walking, with a total travel distance of 11.23 km.
- Car - Car users experience a driving time of 43.41 minutes, with minimal walking, over a distance of 21.57 km.
- Train - Train passengers have a train time of 29.44 minutes and walk for 11.06 minutes, traveling 17.30 km.
- Walking - Walking is a popular choice, with an average walking time of 22.97 minutes over a distance of 3.30 km.
Traffic Breakdown
Seasonal Trends
Traffic tends to increase during the summer months as tourists flock to Dublin. Winter sees a slight decrease in cycling, with more people opting for public transport.
Commuter Pain Points
Congestion during peak hours remains a significant issue for car commuters. Limited tram and train coverage can lead to longer waiting times and overcrowding.
Best Travel Times
Early mornings before 7 AM and late evenings after 7 PM are ideal for avoiding peak traffic. Midday travel between 11 AM and 2 PM is generally smoother for public transport users.
Event Impacts
Major events like St. Patrick's Day parades can cause significant disruptions in the city center. Concerts and sports events at major venues often lead to increased traffic and public transport usage.
Sustainability Efforts
Dublin is investing in expanding its cycling lanes and pedestrian-friendly zones. The city is also enhancing its electric bus fleet to reduce emissions.
Ride-Sharing Impact
Ride-sharing services have helped reduce the number of private cars on the road. These services provide flexible options for commuters, especially during off-peak hours.
Traffic Rankings
Dublin ranks 1st on the Traffic rankings in Ireland. The Traffic Index for Ireland combines user-contributed data on commute times, traffic dissatisfaction, CO2 emissions, and traffic system inefficiencies in Ireland, to provide insights into overall traffic conditions.
Traffic Data
Overall average travel
Average when primarily using Bus
Average when primarily using Car
Average when primarily using Train
Average when primarily using Walking
"Key Takeaways"
Increasing the use of public transport and cycling could significantly reduce CO2 emissions.
Enhancing public transport infrastructure may alleviate traffic inefficiencies and reduce commute times.
Key Indexes
EmissionsDublin's CO2 emissions index stands at 4122.28, indicating a moderate level of emissions.
Efforts to reduce emissions focus on increasing public transport and cycling usage.
TimeThe time index of 40.64 suggests moderate traffic delays.
Commuters experience varying delays depending on the mode of transport, with cars facing the longest delays.
InefficiencyThe inefficiency index is 184.45, highlighting areas for improvement in traffic flow.
Public transport enhancements could reduce inefficiencies and improve commute times.