Traffic Summary for Hod Hasharon
In 2024, Hod Hasharon's transportation landscape is dominated by car usage, with 100% of commuters relying on this mode. The city faces significant challenges with high CO2 emissions and traffic inefficiency, impacting daily commute experiences.
Average Commute Times
- Car - Car commuters spend an average of 25 minutes driving, covering a distance of 17 km.
Traffic Breakdown
Seasonal Trends
Traffic tends to increase during the summer months as more people travel for leisure. Winter months see a slight decrease in traffic due to school holidays and reduced commuting.
Commuter Pain Points
High dependency on cars leads to congestion and longer commute times. Limited public transportation options restrict alternative commuting methods.
Best Travel Times
Early mornings before 7 AM and late evenings after 8 PM are the best times to avoid traffic. Midday travel between 11 AM and 1 PM can also be less congested.
Event Impacts
Public events and festivals can significantly increase traffic congestion, especially in central areas. Planning ahead and using alternative routes can help mitigate delays during such events.
Sustainability Efforts
The city is exploring initiatives to enhance public transportation and encourage cycling. Efforts are underway to increase green spaces and reduce urban heat, indirectly impacting traffic patterns.
Ride-Sharing Impact
Ride-sharing services are gaining popularity, offering flexible commuting options and reducing the need for personal vehicles. These services help alleviate parking issues and contribute to reduced traffic congestion.
Traffic Rankings
The Traffic Index for Israel combines user-contributed data on commute times, traffic dissatisfaction, CO2 emissions, and traffic system inefficiencies in Israel, to provide insights into overall traffic conditions.
Traffic Data
Overall average travel
Average when primarily using Car
"Key Takeaways"
Promoting public transportation and cycling could help reduce CO2 emissions and traffic inefficiency.
Implementing smart traffic management systems may improve commute times and reduce delays.
Key Indexes
EmissionsHod Hasharon has a high CO2 emissions index of 6650, indicating significant environmental impact.
Efforts to reduce emissions could focus on promoting alternative transportation methods.
TimeThe time index is 45, suggesting moderate delays during peak hours.
Commuters experience an average time expenditure index of 3485, reflecting the time spent in traffic.
InefficiencyThe inefficiency index stands at 89.9, highlighting potential areas for improvement in traffic management.
Reducing car dependency could alleviate inefficiencies and improve traffic flow.