Traffic Summary for Siauliai
In 2024, Siauliai's residents predominantly rely on walking and buses for their daily commutes. The city's transportation system shows a low reliance on cars, contributing to moderate CO2 emissions.
Average Commute Times
- Bus - Bus commuters spend about 9 minutes on the bus, with an additional 2.67 minutes waiting.
- Car - Car users experience a driving time of 15 minutes, covering a distance of 5 km.
- Walking - Walking takes about 17 minutes for a distance of 1.83 km.
Traffic Breakdown
Seasonal Trends
Traffic tends to increase during the winter months due to adverse weather conditions. Summer sees a rise in walking and cycling as the weather improves.
Commuter Pain Points
Limited public transport options can lead to longer wait times. Car commuters face occasional congestion during peak hours.
Best Travel Times
Early mornings and late evenings are the best times to avoid traffic congestion. Midday travel is generally smooth for both pedestrians and drivers.
Event Impacts
Public events in the city center can cause temporary traffic disruptions. Planning alternative routes during events can help avoid delays.
Sustainability Efforts
Siauliai is investing in expanding its pedestrian zones to encourage walking. The city is exploring eco-friendly bus options to reduce emissions.
Ride-Sharing Impact
Ride-sharing services are gaining popularity, offering flexible commuting options. These services help reduce the number of cars on the road, easing congestion.
Traffic Rankings
The Traffic Index for Lithuania combines user-contributed data on commute times, traffic dissatisfaction, CO2 emissions, and traffic system inefficiencies in Lithuania, 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 Walking
"Key Takeaways"
Walking is the most popular mode of transport, highlighting the city's pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
Enhancing bus services could improve commute efficiency and reduce reliance on cars.
Key Indexes
EmissionsThe CO2 emission index is 507, indicating moderate emissions levels.
Efforts to reduce car usage could further lower emissions.
TimeThe time index is 15.7, reflecting relatively efficient commutes.
Walking and bus usage contribute to shorter commute times.
InefficiencyThe inefficiency index is 12.86, suggesting room for improvement in traffic flow.
Increased public transport options could enhance efficiency.