Traffic Summary for Fukuoka
Fukuoka, a bustling city in Japan, showcases a diverse range of transportation modes with trains being the most popular choice. In 2024, the city continues to focus on efficient commuting options, balancing modern infrastructure with environmental considerations.
Average Commute Times
- Car - Car commuters spend about 35 minutes driving over a distance of 30 km.
- Train - Train commuters spend around 37.5 minutes traveling, with additional walking and waiting times.
- Walking - Walking commutes take about 20 minutes over a distance of 14 km.
Traffic Breakdown
Seasonal Trends
Traffic tends to increase during the cherry blossom season as tourists flock to the city. Winter months see a slight decrease in bicycle usage due to colder weather.
Commuter Pain Points
Peak hour congestion remains a challenge, particularly for car commuters. Limited parking spaces in the city center add to commuter frustration.
Best Travel Times
Early mornings before 7 AM and late evenings after 8 PM are ideal for avoiding traffic. Weekends generally see lighter traffic, except during major events.
Event Impacts
Public events like festivals and sports games can significantly impact traffic, leading to road closures and detours. Advance planning and use of public transport are recommended during such events.
Sustainability Efforts
Fukuoka is investing in green infrastructure, including expanding bike lanes and pedestrian zones. The city promotes electric vehicle usage through incentives and charging station installations.
Ride-Sharing Impact
Ride-sharing services have helped reduce the number of private cars on the road. These services offer flexible commuting options, especially during off-peak hours.
Traffic Rankings
The Traffic Index for Japan combines user-contributed data on commute times, traffic dissatisfaction, CO2 emissions, and traffic system inefficiencies in Japan, to provide insights into overall traffic conditions.
Traffic Data
Overall average travel
Average when primarily using Car
Average when primarily using Train
Average when primarily using Walking
"Key Takeaways"
Promoting cycling and walking can further reduce CO2 emissions and improve public health.
Enhancing train and bus services can alleviate traffic congestion and improve commute efficiency.
Key Indexes
EmissionsFukuoka's CO2 emissions index is at 2668.33, indicating a moderate level of emissions.
Efforts to reduce emissions focus on promoting public transport and cycling.
TimeThe time index is 38.17, reflecting the average commute duration across all modes.
Efficient train services contribute to keeping commute times relatively low.
InefficiencyThe inefficiency index stands at 127.57, suggesting room for improvement in traffic flow.
Traffic congestion during peak hours is a significant contributor to inefficiency.