Traffic Summary for Jerusalem
Jerusalem's transportation landscape in 2024 is dominated by car usage, with 45% of commuters choosing this mode. Public transport, including buses and trains, plays a significant role, but there's room for improvement in reducing commute times and emissions.
Average Commute Times
- Bus - Bus commuters spend about 36.67 minutes on the bus, with additional waiting and walking times, covering 23.67 km.
- Car - Car users experience a driving time of 38.56 minutes, with minimal walking, over a distance of 22.23 km.
- Train - Train commuters spend 30 minutes on the train and 10 minutes on the bus, with a total distance of 9 km.
- Walking - Walking commutes take about 22.5 minutes, with some tram and bus usage, covering 4 km.
Traffic Breakdown
Seasonal Trends
Traffic tends to increase during the holiday seasons, particularly around religious festivals. Summer months see a rise in tourist-related traffic, impacting local commute times.
Commuter Pain Points
Heavy reliance on cars leads to frequent traffic jams, especially during peak hours. Public transport delays and overcrowding are common issues faced by commuters.
Best Travel Times
Early mornings before 7 AM and late evenings after 8 PM are generally the best times to avoid traffic. Midday travel can also be less congested compared to peak rush hours.
Event Impacts
Major public events and religious gatherings can significantly disrupt traffic flow. Road closures and increased pedestrian traffic are common during these events.
Sustainability Efforts
Jerusalem is investing in expanding its light rail network to provide more sustainable commuting options. Initiatives to promote electric vehicles and reduce emissions are underway.
Ride-Sharing Impact
Ride-sharing services are helping to reduce the number of private cars on the road. These services offer flexible commuting options, especially for those without access to a car.
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 Bus
Average when primarily using Car
Average when primarily using Train
Average when primarily using Walking
"Key Takeaways"
Increasing the efficiency and appeal of public transport could reduce car dependency and emissions.
Investing in infrastructure for bicycles and pedestrians may encourage more sustainable commuting options.
Key Indexes
EmissionsJerusalem's CO2 emissions index is relatively high at 5793.06, indicating significant room for improvement.
Efforts to reduce car dependency could help lower emissions.
TimeThe average time index of 38.35 suggests moderate delays in daily commutes.
Improving public transport efficiency could reduce overall commute times.
InefficiencyWith an inefficiency index of 189.75, there's a notable level of traffic congestion.
Strategies to optimize traffic flow and enhance public transport could alleviate inefficiencies.