Traffic in Kefar Sava

In 2024, Kefar Sava's transportation landscape is dominated by trains and bicycles, with each accounting for 50% of the commuting methods.

The city is focusing on sustainable transport options, as evidenced by the significant use of bicycles and trains, which help reduce CO2 emissions.

Average Commute Times

The average commute involves 10 minutes of waiting, 5 minutes biking, and 21 minutes on the train, covering a distance of 15.5 km.

  • Train - Commuting by train typically takes 42 minutes, with an additional 20 minutes waiting time and 5 minutes walking, covering 29 km.
Traffic Breakdown
Train
50%
Bicycle
50%

Traffic Data

The following traffic data has been gathered from 2 user contributions.
Overall average travel
Distance
9.6 miles
Walking
2.5 mins
Waiting
10.0 mins
Bus / Trolley
7.5 mins
Bicycle
5.0 mins
Motorcycle
0.0 mins
Train
21.0 mins
Total:
46.0 mins
Average when primarily using Train
Distance
18.0 miles
Walking
5.0 mins
Waiting
20.0 mins
Bus / Trolley
15.0 mins
Train
42.0 mins
Total:
82.0 mins

More Information

Seasonal Trends

Traffic tends to increase during the summer months as more people travel for leisure.

Winter sees a slight decrease in bicycle usage due to weather conditions.

Commuter Pain Points

Long waiting times for trains can be frustrating for commuters.

Limited options for those who prefer driving or using buses.

Best Travel Times

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

Midday travel is generally smoother with less crowding on trains.

Event Impacts

Public events in the city center can lead to temporary road closures and increased traffic.

Concerts and festivals often result in higher demand for public transport.

Sustainability Efforts

Kefar Sava is investing in bicycle infrastructure to promote eco-friendly commuting.

The city is exploring renewable energy options for public transport to reduce emissions.

Ride-Sharing Impact

Ride-sharing services are gaining popularity, providing flexible commuting options.

These services help reduce the number of private cars on the road, easing congestion.

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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.
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