Traffic Summary for Miyazaki
In 2024, Miyazaki's transportation landscape is dominated by car usage, with 100% of commuters relying on this mode. The city's traffic inefficiency index suggests room for improvement, particularly in reducing CO2 emissions.
Average Commute Times
- Car - Car commuters experience an average driving time of 15 minutes over a distance of 5.5 km.
Traffic Breakdown
Seasonal Trends
Traffic tends to increase during the summer months due to tourism. Winter sees a slight decrease in traffic as residents prefer staying indoors.
Commuter Pain Points
Heavy reliance on cars leads to potential congestion during peak hours. Limited public transportation options restrict commuting flexibility.
Best Travel Times
Early mornings and late evenings are the best times to avoid traffic congestion. Midday travel is generally smoother with less traffic.
Event Impacts
Local festivals and events can cause temporary spikes in traffic congestion. Planning travel around major events can help avoid delays.
Sustainability Efforts
The city is exploring initiatives to promote cycling and walking. Efforts are underway to enhance public transportation infrastructure.
Ride-Sharing Impact
Ride-sharing services are gradually gaining popularity, offering an alternative to car ownership. These services help reduce the number of vehicles on the road, easing congestion.
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
"Key Takeaways"
Promoting alternative transportation methods could significantly reduce CO2 emissions.
Improving traffic flow and reducing car dependency are key areas for development.
Key Indexes
EmissionsMiyazaki has a high CO2 emission index of 3990, indicating significant environmental impact.
Efforts to reduce emissions could focus on promoting alternative transportation methods.
TimeThe time index is 15, reflecting relatively short commute times.
Despite short commutes, the reliance on cars suggests potential for traffic congestion.
InefficiencyThe inefficiency index is 39.67, highlighting potential areas for traffic system improvements.
Strategies to enhance traffic flow and reduce car dependency could improve this index.